www.economica.net/criza-cacao-cel-mai-mare-produca

Côte d'Ivoire's cocoa production may decline by up to 25% due to an exceptional El Niño phenomenon, according to meteorologists. This climatic event is expected to cause higher temperatures and reduced rainfall, leading to adverse effects on cocoa crops. The national meteorological agency predicts that the impacts, including extreme weather conditions, could last until mid-2027. The decline in cocoa production could result in significant income losses for farmers and reduced export revenues for the government. Efforts are underway to develop more resilient cocoa varieties and implement better irrigation systems to mitigate these effects.