Abidjan is preparing for a significant event as the 2026-2027 coffee and cocoa campaign officially commences on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. This launch coincides with the 10th annual National Cocoa and Chocolate Days (JNCC), set to take place at the prestigious Abidjan Exhibition Park, where crucial farm-gate prices will be unveiled.
The much-anticipated new prices for the sector are expected to be announced by Vice-President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné, acting on behalf of the President of the Republic, Alassane Ouattara.
During the previous main campaign for 2025-2026, which spanned from October 2025 to February 2026, the farm-gate price reached an unprecedented 2,800 FCFA per kilogram. However, for the subsequent intermediate campaign, running from March to August 2026, this price saw a reduction to 1,200 FCFA per kilogram, a direct consequence of declining international cocoa market rates.
Côte d’Ivoire proudly maintains its position as the world’s foremost cocoa producer, contributing an estimated 40% to the global supply.
National production for the 2025-2026 campaign was estimated at nearly 2.2 million tonnes. This period was notably characterized by significant export volatility and the state’s intervention to repurchase approximately 123,000 tonnes of residual beans, amidst a temporary slowdown in global market commercialization.
Looking ahead to the 2026-2027 campaign, production forecasts suggest potential challenges due to climatic constraints and the aging of cocoa plantations. Market projections, therefore, anticipate a possible decrease in Ivorian production, potentially settling around 1.8 million tonnes.
The 10th JNCC: a pivotal event for coffee-cocoa
Scheduled from September 1st to 3rd, the 10th edition of the JNCC represents a crucial gathering for the entire coffee and cocoa industry. This event provides an essential platform for fostering dialogue, promoting innovative initiatives, and strengthening partnerships among institutional, economic, and professional stakeholders.
As an anniversary edition, this year’s JNCC is poised to mark a new chapter in its history. It will feature dedicated meetings, opportunities for sharing valuable experiences, promoting local expertise, and facilitating networking among the diverse participants within the sector.
The comprehensive program includes various activities such as conferences, expert panels, exhibition spaces, business meetings, and dedicated networking sessions. The overarching goal is to solidify the JNCC’s role as a leading platform for fostering dialogue, encouraging innovation, strengthening cooperation, and driving the overall development of the coffee and cocoa value chain.
Furthermore, this 10th edition will serve as an opportune moment to review the achievements from previous years, highlight recent progress, and explore new avenues for the sustainable growth and enhanced competitiveness of Côte d’Ivoire’s vital coffee and cocoa sector.
