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  • Cocoa Crash: Ghana Farmers Protest as Prices Plunge 70% from Historic Highs

    Cocoa Crash: Ghana Farmers Protest as Prices Plunge 70% from Historic Highs
    Feb 19 2026
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    This is your Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey friends, welcome back to Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark. I'm your host Vanessa, and today we're diving into the latest on cocoa prices, global surpluses, and big news from West Africa that every chocolate lover and investor needs to hear.

    Right now, cocoa futures are sliding hard, hitting fresh lows around $3,500 to $3,600 per tonne. That's down over 70 percent from those crazy peaks above $10,000 last year, according to the International Cocoa Organization and recent ICE exchange data. Buyers are pulling back as supplies build up, with ICE inventories climbing to over 2 million bags and forecasts from StoneX predicting a massive global surplus of 287,000 metric tons this 2025-2026 season.

    In Ghana, the second-biggest producer, farmers are furious after the government slashed the farmgate price by 28 percent to about GH¢2,587 per 64-kilogram bag, or GH¢41,392 per tonne. MyJoyOnline reports protests today in Western North, with crowds marching under signs like Restore Our Price Now, saying costs for fertilizer and labor are eating them alive. Ivory Coast might follow suit soon, Reuters sources say, to match the slump and avoid cocoa smuggling across borders.

    Demand is soft too, with grindings down sharply in Europe by 8 percent and Asia by nearly 5 percent, per industry reports. Barry Callebaut even saw a 22 percent sales drop as folks cut back on pricey chocolate. But hey, better harvests in West Africa mean more supply ahead, so prices could dip further.

    Actionable tip: If you're trading or stocking up on chocolate products, watch Ghana and Ivory Coast announcements closely, and consider hedging against more volatility. Diversify into stable alternatives like robusta coffee, now trading at similar levels in Cameroon.

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    4 min
  • Cocoa Crash: Why Your Chocolate Bar Just Got Cheaper and What Traders Need to Know Now

    Cocoa Crash: Why Your Chocolate Bar Just Got Cheaper and What Traders Need to Know Now
    Feb 18 2026
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    This is your Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey friends, welcome to another episode of Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark. I'm Vanessa, your go-to guide for all things cocoa, and today we're diving into the latest cocoa market news, including those current trading prices that everyone's buzzing about.

    First up, the big headline: cocoa prices took a sharp dive this week. According to Cocoa Intel's Daily Cocoa Market Report from February 17, 2026, ICE US Cocoa March 2026 futures closed at 3,415 US dollars per metric ton, down a hefty 4.85 percent or 174 points from the previous session. Over in London, ICE March 2026 futures settled at 2,443 pounds per metric ton, dropping 3.17 percent. Barchart confirms this slump extended as demand craters, with New York hitting a 2.5-year low and London a 2.75-year low. That's the current trading price snapshot, folks—well below recent peaks and signaling real pressure.

    What's driving this? Ivory Coast, the world's top producer, is sticking to its official farmgate price of 2,800 CFA francs per kilogram through March 31, but Reuters reports farmers are getting just 1,500 to 1,800 CFA in some spots, leaving unsold beans piling up in warehouses. Port arrivals are down 4.4 percent year-on-year at 1.289 million tons. Ghana already slashed its producer price by 29 percent, and whispers say Ivory Coast might follow. Add in rising US ICE stocks to over 2 million bags, weak grinding demand from Europe and Asia, and forecasts of global surpluses from StoneX and ICCO, and you've got ample supply meeting soft chocolate buyer interest.

    For you traders and chocolate lovers, the actionable takeaway: watch for more downside if Ivory Coast cuts prices—could push futures toward 3,300. But oversold signals hint at a possible bounce, so keep an eye on resistance around 3,490. Diversify your portfolio and stay nimble with these cocoa price swings.

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    3 min
  • Cocoa Crash: Why Your Chocolate Bar Just Got Cheaper and What Farmers Are Facing Now

    Cocoa Crash: Why Your Chocolate Bar Just Got Cheaper and What Farmers Are Facing Now
    Feb 17 2026
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    This is your Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey friends, welcome back to Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with me, Vanessa Clark. Today were diving into the latest on cocoa prices, whats driving the big drop, and some smart tips to help you navigate this wild market.

    Right now, cocoa is trading at around 3481 US dollars per metric ton, down a sharp 5.48 percent from yesterday. Trading Economics reports its the lowest in over two years, with a whopping 31.5 percent plunge over the past month and 66 percent lower than last year. Prices have slid from that crazy all-time high of over 12 thousand dollars back in late 2024.

    Why the freefall? Supply is ramping up from top producers like Ivory Coast and Ghana, who make over 60 percent of the worlds cocoa. Port arrivals in Ivory Coast are down a bit year-over-year, but forecasts from StoneX point to global surpluses of 287 thousand tons this season and more next year. Demand is soft too, with grindings in Europe and Asia dropping big, as chocolate makers like Barry Callebaut see sales volumes tank amid high prices turning off buyers. Ghana just slashed its farmgate price by a third to about 3580 dollars per ton, adding pressure.

    Looking ahead, analysts expect prices around 3591 by quarters end, maybe dipping to 3060 in a year. Heres your takeaway: if youre a chocolate lover or investor, stock up on bars now before prices potentially stabilize, but watch West African weather and EU regs closely. Farmers are worried about quality and payments, so support sustainable brands for the long haul.

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    2 min
  • Cocoa's Big Drop: Why Your Chocolate Bill Might Finally Catch a Break

    Cocoa's Big Drop: Why Your Chocolate Bill Might Finally Catch a Break
    Feb 16 2026
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    This is your Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey friends, welcome back to Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark. I'm your host Vanessa, and today we're diving into the latest on cocoa prices, what's driving the market, and some smart tips to help you navigate this wild ride.

    Right now, cocoa is trading at about 3683 US dollars per tonne, up just a tiny 0.28 percent from yesterday. Trading Economics reports this as the current spot, but keep in mind it's been a steep drop overall, down 27.6 percent in the past month and a whopping 64 percent from last year. Prices have plunged below 3700 dollars per tonne, hitting near lows not seen since October 2023.

    What's behind this freefall? Weak global demand is clashing with higher supply. Cocoa arrivals at Ivory Coast ports hit 1.263 million metric tons by early February, down a bit from last season but still building stocks since buyers are staying away. StoneX projects a global surplus of 287 thousand tonnes for the 2025-26 crop year and 267 thousand for the next. Farmers there have good soil moisture and rains coming to boost quality, but poor storage and payment fears are making some hold back on harvesting.

    For chocolate lovers and investors, this means potential relief ahead. Manufacturers might ease up on price hikes as costs drop, but watch for quality issues in the supply chain. My takeaway for you: if you're trading cocoa futures or stocking up on chocolate bars, lock in prices now before volatility hits again. Diversify your portfolio with other commodities too, and stay tuned to grindings data for demand clues.

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    2 min
  • From Bean Crash to Bar Stash: Why Your Chocolate Still Costs a Fortune

    From Bean Crash to Bar Stash: Why Your Chocolate Still Costs a Fortune
    Feb 13 2026
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    This is your Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey everyone, welcome back to the Daily Cocoa Price Tracker. I'm Vanessa Clark, and we have some fascinating developments to break down today about what's happening in the cocoa markets right now.

    If you've been following cocoa prices lately, you know we've been on quite the rollercoaster. As of today, cocoa is trading at around three thousand four hundred and twenty nine dollars per metric ton. That might sound high, but here's the thing—we've seen some dramatic movement over the past few weeks. Cocoa has dropped below four thousand dollars per metric ton for the first time since November twenty twenty three, and it's continuing to fall. Over the past month alone, cocoa has lost more than twenty seven percent of its value.

    Now, what's driving this collapse? Well, the story is really about supply and demand. According to StoneX, we're looking at a global cocoa surplus of two hundred eighty seven thousand metric tons for the current twenty twenty five to twenty twenty six season. That's a lot of cocoa on the market. On top of that, inventory levels are at their highest in months, which is putting serious downward pressure on prices.

    But here's where it gets interesting for chocolate lovers. While cocoa prices are plummeting, chocolate prices on store shelves are still really high. We're talking fourteen point four percent increases in chocolate prices compared to just last year at this time. Why the disconnect? Well, chocolate manufacturers bought their cocoa beans when prices were at record highs, and that expensive cocoa is still working through their supply chains. Companies like Barry Callebaut, the world's largest bulk chocolate maker, reported a twenty two percent decline in cocoa division sales volume because consumers are pushing back against those high chocolate prices.

    On the supply side, we're seeing some positive signals out of West Africa, which produces about seventy percent of the world's cocoa. Farmers are reporting larger and healthier cocoa pods compared to last year, and growing conditions have improved significantly since the weather challenges of twenty twenty four.

    The big question now is whether those falling raw cocoa prices will eventually translate to cheaper chocolate in your favorite stores. Most analysts think we'll see some relief by mid-year, but don't expect dramatic drops anytime soon.

    Thanks so much for tuning in to the Daily Cocoa Price Tracker. Be sure to subscribe and join us tomorrow for another update on cocoa prices and what it all means for your wallet.

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    3 min
  • Cocoa Takes a Tumble: Sweet Relief or Bitter Warning for Chocolate Fans?

    Cocoa Takes a Tumble: Sweet Relief or Bitter Warning for Chocolate Fans?
    Feb 12 2026
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    This is your Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey friends, welcome to another episode of Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark. Im Vanessa, and today were diving into the latest on cocoa prices, supply updates, and what it all means for you chocolate lovers and market watchers.

    Right now, cocoa is trading at about 3700 US dollars per tonne, down over 4 percent from yesterday and a whopping 29 percent lower over the past month. Trading Economics reports its hit the lowest levels since October 2023, around 3800 dollars earlier this week before slipping further. Thats a huge drop from last years peaks above 12000 dollars.

    Why the plunge? Plenty of supply is meeting weak demand. Ivory Coast ports have seen 1.26 million metric tons arrive since October, down just a bit from last season but still building stocks with buyers staying away. StoneX forecasts a global surplus of 287000 tonnes this crop year and more next. Demand is soft too, with Barry Callebaut noting a 22 percent sales drop and European grindings at 12-year lows.

    In Ghana, farmers are hurting as the government slashed the producer price from 3625 cedis to 2587 per bag due to falling world prices. Favorable rains in West Africa mean bigger harvests ahead, keeping pressure on.

    For you, this could mean cheaper chocolate soon, but watch for volatility. Tip: If youre trading cocoa futures or stocking up on bars, eye that 3200 dollar support level traders are watching. Diversify and stay informed on West Africa weather.

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    2 min
  • Cocoa Crash: Why Your Chocolate Bar Might Get Cheaper This Spring

    Cocoa Crash: Why Your Chocolate Bar Might Get Cheaper This Spring
    Feb 11 2026
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    This is your Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey friends, welcome to Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark. Im your host Vanessa, and today were diving into the latest on cocoa prices, futures trends, and what it all means for you chocolate lovers and market watchers.

    Right now, the spot cocoa price sits around 3750 to 3776 US dollars per tonne, down over 1 percent today and a whopping 31 percent in the past month alone, according to Trading Economics. Thats a huge drop from the peaks we saw last year, with New York March futures closing at 3778 on February 10th after heavy liquidation, per Cocoa Intel. London futures followed suit, with March at 2758 pounds. Volumes spiked big time, showing real selling pressure as traders unwind positions.

    Why the plunge? Plenty of unsold beans piling up in Ivory Coast and Ghana, good rains boosting next harvests, and forecasts from TRS and StoneX pointing to global surpluses of over 100 thousand tonnes for 202526. Demand is soft too, with chocolate makers like Barry Callebaut cutting volumes amid high costs, and grindings down in Asia. US certified stocks jumped to over 1.8 million bags, adding more weight.

    But hey, heres your takeaway: if youre a small chocolate maker or home baker, these lower prices could be your chance to stock up or experiment with richer recipes before any rebound. Watch for a short-term bounce toward 3820, but the downtrend rules unless we break 3900.

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    2 min
  • Cocoa Crash: Why Your Chocolate Bar Might Get Cheaper Soon with Vanessa Clark

    Cocoa Crash: Why Your Chocolate Bar Might Get Cheaper Soon with Vanessa Clark
    Feb 10 2026
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    This is your Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey friends, welcome back to Daily Cocoa Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark. Im your host Vanessa, and today were diving into the latest on cocoa prices, fresh supply news from West Africa, and what it all means for your chocolate cravings.

    Right now, US cocoa futures are trading around 3,989 dollars per ton as of this afternoon, but theyve plunged sharply today, down over 7 percent to hit two-year lows near 3,778 dollars according to Trading Economics and Barchart reports. Yesterday on February 9th, prices slid to 3,984 dollars, a drop of more than 5 percent from Friday, with Investing.com showing even steeper losses across contracts. London futures followed suit, down about 7 percent too.

    Why the freefall? Barchart and CocoaIntel point to building global supplies easing earlier shortages. In Ivory Coast, cocoa arrivals are down 4 percent year-on-year at 1.26 million tons, but better mid-crop prospects from good soil moisture are calming nerves. Ghana faces ongoing issues like debt and low farmer confidence, slowing exports. StoneX forecasts surpluses of 287,000 tons for 2025-26, and global stocks are up 4 percent per the International Cocoa Organization. Nigerian exports jumped 17 percent, adding pressure.

    Demand is softening too, as high chocolate prices make shoppers picky. Futures curves in contango mean nearby supply looks okay, no scarcity premium.

    For you at home, this could mean steadier chocolate prices soon, but watch for deals on bars now. If youre trading or baking, consider hedging against volatility or stocking up on cocoa powder before any rebound.

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    2 min