The Concerned Cocoa Farmers Association of Ghana has called on the government and relevant state institutions to take urgent action to halt the destruction of cocoa farms across the country.
According to the association, the continued destruction of cocoa farms is severely affecting the livelihoods of farmers and their families and could have far-reaching consequences for Ghana’s economic interests.
In a statement issued and signed by its National President, Farmer General Nana Oboadie Boateng Bonsu II, on Monday, September 14, 2026, the association highlighted the critical role cocoa plays in Ghana’s economy.
“Cocoa remains the backbone of Ghana’s economy and the livelihood of millions of families.”
The association expressed disappointment over what it described as the lack of decisive action despite several petitions, public appeals and engagements with state authorities aimed at addressing the situation.
“The continued destruction of our farms is causing severe loss of livelihood and poses a threat to our national interest.”
“We therefore wish to state as follows,” the statement added.
The group subsequently renewed its appeal to the government, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, as well as security agencies, to take immediate measures to protect cocoa farms across the country.
It also urged farmers to remain law-abiding and vigilant while taking reasonable and lawful steps to safeguard their farms.
The association further reminded cocoa farmers that Ghanaian law allows citizens to lawfully protect their property. It encouraged farmers to rely on peaceful and legal measures, including establishing community watch groups, documenting incidents of farm destruction and promptly reporting cases of trespass or destruction to the police, traditional authorities and COCOBOD.
“We remain committed to dialogue and peaceful engagement and have no intention of taking the law into our own hands.”
Nana Oboadie Boateng Bonsu II expressed hope that the concerns raised by the association would receive immediate attention from the government and other relevant authorities to prevent further destruction of cocoa farms.
By: Prince Martey-Sogar