Blog | Cocoa

Strong roots for better cocoa
We’re working hard to end deforestation in cocoa supply chains and promote reforestation
COVID-19 and the Nestlé Cocoa Plan
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating effect on lives throughout the world. So far in West Africa the governments and people have kept rates low but we mustn’t lower our guard. The situation in other cocoa producing regions, such as South America, continues to be serious.
Is Nestlé having a positive effect on the lives of cocoa workers and their children in Côte d’Ivoire?
A new social impact evaluation of the Nestlé CLMRS by the Fair Labor Association concludes that,
“Sustainable, community-based interventions are driving awareness of child labor, and creating environments that promote school participation and adult workforce participation.”
Building financial literacy in Ghana
Empowering communities to manage their money via Village Savings and Loans Associations is a key part of the Nestlé Cocoa Plan
The benefits of farmer training
Kwame Hanson, a 47-year-old cocoa farmer from Ghana, talks about the training he has received as part of the Nestlé Cocoa Plan.

Insights from a cocoa farmer

Shedding light on shade trees

Training and coaching in the Ashanti region of Ghana

Improving the living conditions of Ecuadorian cocoa families

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Village Savings and Loans Associations can help cocoa communities manage their finances

Key activities and achievements to date

The first step in tackling deforestation is identifying exactly where cocoa is grown, and areas at risk of deforestation.

A message from Alexander Von Maillot, SVP, Global Head Confectionery & Ice cream Strategic Business Unit, Nestlé

Tackling deforestation means taking a holistic approach.
Improving cookstoves can play a role in reducing firewood needed each day.

Diversifying farmers' incomes is an essential part of tackling deforestation.