The collaboration leverages gene editing to develop hardier cacao plants and secure future chocolate supply chains.
Favorable weather conditions and surging prices support record coffee production and strengthen Colombia’s export and retail expansion drive.
The new cocoa price aims to improve farmer incomes and fulfil the government’s promise of aligning earnings with FOB value.
Beijing strengthens trade ties with Brazil by approving new coffee exporters as the U.S. imposes steep duties on imports.
Rising export earnings contrast with mounting fears over declining yields due to fungal infections and harsh weather conditions.