Above-average rainfall across much of Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa-growing regions has boosted expectations for a stronger-than-anticipated mid-crop harvest. Farmers in key production areas, including Soubré, Divo, Agboville, and Abengourou, reported that frequent rains improved soil moisture and supported pod development, which could lead to higher yields in the coming months. Some growers said cocoa trees were responding well after earlier concerns about uneven rainfall patterns. However, some farmers cautioned that persistent daily rains could complicate the drying of freshly harvested beans and the risk of localized flooding in low-lying areas if conditions continue through late June. In regions such as Bongouanou, farmers remain optimistic that sustained rainfall will translate into improved harvests from August onward. Côte d’Ivoire is the world’s largest cocoa producer, making weather conditions closely watched by global commodity markets.
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