Nigeria’s cocoa farmers have emphasized the need for improved support from the federal and state governments to encourage the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices. This call to action was made at the end of a National Cocoa festival, which brought together stakeholders to discuss the future of the cocoa industry.
Understanding the European Union Deforestation Regulations
The National Cocoa festival, organized by the Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria (CFAN) and Cocoa Roundtable Initiative (CORI), aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of the European Union Deforestation Regulations (EUDR) and its implications on Nigeria’s cocoa industry. The EUDR aims to prevent deforestation and promote sustainable land use practices. However, its implementation poses significant challenges for Nigeria’s cocoa farmers, who may struggle to adapt to the new regulations.
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The festival also focused on developing strategies for mapping land under cocoa cultivation, monitoring deforestation, and encouraging sustainable practices in cocoa supply chains. By fostering partnerships among stakeholders, the festival aimed to support deforestation-free cocoa production and protect the ecosystem. The cocoa farmers’ call for support is a crucial step towards achieving these goals and ensuring the long-term sustainability of Nigeria’s cocoa industry.
