Abidjan is the setting for the official launch of Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2027 coffee and cocoa campaign on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. This significant event coincides with the 10th edition of the National Cocoa and Chocolate Days (JNCC), hosted at the Abidjan Exhibition Park, where the eagerly anticipated farm-gate prices will be revealed.
Vice-President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné is slated to announce these new prices, acting on behalf of the President of the Republic, Alassane Ouattara.
For the preceding main campaign of 2025-2026, which spanned from October 2025 to February 2026, the farm-gate price reached an unprecedented 2,800 FCFA per kilogram. However, the subsequent intermediate campaign, running from March to August 2026, saw a reduction to 1,200 FCFA per kilogram. This adjustment was necessitated by a downturn in international cocoa market prices.
Côte d’Ivoire maintains its position as the world’s foremost cocoa producer, contributing an estimated 40% to the global supply.
The nation’s production for the 2025-2026 campaign was approximately 2.2 million tonnes. This period was notably characterized by significant volatility in exports and the state’s intervention to purchase around 123,000 tonnes of surplus beans, amidst a temporary slowdown in global market commercialization.
Looking ahead to the 2026-2027 campaign, production forecasts indicate potential challenges stemming from adverse climatic conditions and the aging of cocoa plantations. Some market analyses project a decline in Ivorian production, possibly settling around 1.8 million tonnes.
The 10th JNCC: a pivotal event for the sector
Scheduled from September 1st to 3rd, the 10th JNCC represents a crucial gathering for the entire coffee and cocoa industry. It provides an essential platform for dialogue, fostering the recognition of innovative initiatives, and strengthening partnerships among institutional, economic, and professional stakeholders.
This landmark anniversary edition is set to usher in a new chapter in the history of the JNCC. It will feature a series of meetings, opportunities for sharing expertise, promotion of local craftsmanship, and networking among various participants across the supply chain.
The comprehensive program includes conferences, expert panels, exhibition spaces, business-to-business meetings, and networking sessions. The overarching goal is to solidify the JNCC’s standing as a leading platform for fostering dialogue, driving innovation, promoting cooperation, and supporting the overall development of the sector.
Furthermore, the 10th edition will serve as an occasion to review the achievements of previous JNCC events, highlight significant progress made, and explore new avenues for the sustainable growth and enhanced competitiveness of Côte d’Ivoire’s vital coffee and cocoa industry.