cocoa supply chain

The cocoa supply chain starts with farmers who cultivate cocoa beans in countries like Ivory Coast and Ghana. After harvest, beans are fermented and dried before being sold to traders or cooperatives. These intermediaries may process or package the beans for export. Once shipped, the beans reach chocolate manufacturers, who refine and blend the cocoa into various products. Finally, the chocolate is packaged and distributed to retailers worldwide. Throughout this chain, stakeholders manage quality, logistics, and sustainability efforts to ensure a steady supply of cocoa for consumer products.