'I need to pay my son's fees but I can't' - Cocoa farmer on delayed payment
A cocoa farmer expressed worry over delayed payments and reduced producer prices during a recent engagement with the Minority Caucus in Parliament. The farmer, who depends solely on her late husband's cocoa farm for survival, said the delays in payments have left her struggling to support her family. She stated, "I am a widow...I need to pay his WASSCE registration fees, but I cannot afford it because of the delay in payments."
The farmer appealed to President Mahama to show compassion toward widows and vulnerable farmers, urging him to ensure that outstanding payments are released without further delay. She added, "I am appealing to President Mahama to have mercy on widows like myself and release our monies to us." Many farmers have lamented that they are yet to receive their payments, even after waiting for more than four months, despite the government announcing that funds have been released to Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) for onward payment to farmers.
The government has reduced the producer price of cocoa to GH¢2,587 per 64kg bag (GH¢41,392 per tonne) for the remaining 2025/2026 season. This adjustment, down from the previously announced GH¢3,625 per bag, aims to align with fluctuating global market prices and ensure the sector's financial sustainability.
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A cocoa farmer is worried about delayed payments and reduced producer prices. She's appealing to the government to settle outstanding debts - but what's at stake for vulnerable farmers?
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