Cocoa: Cameroon Launches a 600 Billion FCFA Recovery Plan for Cocoa and Coffee Sectors

Cameroon has recently announced a 600 billion FCFA recovery plan to support its cocoa and coffee sectors, a crucial initiative in response to falling prices and sustainability challenges. This plan aims to improve productivity and profitability for producers while enhancing traceability and sustainability across supply chains. This decision is motivated by the need to meet growing market demands, particularly regarding compliance with international regulations such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) (source: Agence Ecofin).

Meanwhile, cocoa prices in Cameroon remain under pressure, with notable fluctuations in the international market. According to data from ONCC, the price of cocoa was evaluated at 3,654 FCFA/kg at the beginning of September 2026, while the price of arabica coffee stands at 3,660 FCFA/kg (source: ONCC). These prices reflect the challenges faced by producers, including increased competition in the global market and the impacts of climate change on harvests.

Cocoa producers in Cameroon, who have seen their processed bean volumes decline by 13% to 95,946 tons in 2025-2026, are seeking sustainable solutions to revive their activities (source: Investir au Cameroun). This context underscores the importance of the recovery plan, which aims to strengthen producers' resilience against market fluctuations and sustainability requirements.

Regarding cocoa derivatives, demand for cocoa butter and cocoa mass remains stable, although prices are also influenced by international market trends. Industry players must navigate an increasingly complex environment where traceability and sustainability are becoming essential criteria for market access (source: Agence Ecofin).

Finally, documentation preparation for compliance with the EU Deforestation Regulation is underway, although producers still need to ensure their practices meet the new requirements (source: EUDR Commission). This recovery plan could thus play a key role in improving agricultural practices and the sustainability of supply chains in Cameroon.