The Voice Network

Latest Cocoa Barometer report calls for urgent systemic change to deliver sustainability

The latest Cocoa Barometer state of the industry report has highlighted urgent need for reform of government policy and purchasing practices to ensure the future viability for key producing nations in Ghana and Ivory Coast reports Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

CAOBISCO welcomes Cocoa Barometer study noting industry action required on sustainability

The newly released Cocoa Barometer report on the state of the cocoa industry has been welcomed by CAOBISCO, the Association of chocolate industries of Europe, regarding actions needed by the sector and civil organisations to deliver on key sustainability goals, reports Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, New products, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

Cocoa Barometer study calls for urgent major systemic sector changes

The Voice Network organisation has released its latest biennial Cocoa Barometer report on the cocoa sector, calling for major systemic change with due diligence frameworks, increased farmer payments and delivering enforceable human rights legislation, reports Neill Barston.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Processing, Regulatory, Sustainability

Concerns raised over farmer payments for cocoa sector

The Voice Network, a group of NGOs and Trade Unions tackling  sustainability in the global cocoa supply chain, has released a new position paper on providing a living income for farmers in key African markets.

Business news, Cocoa & chocolate, Ingredients, Sustainability