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Ghana's cocoa industry is a vital component of its economy, with the crop cultivated in several regions. Approximately 850,000 farm families are involved in cocoa farming activities, generating about $2 billion in foreign exchange annually and contributing significantly to the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). In the 2019–20 crop year, COCOBOD purchased 766,977 metric tonnes of cocoa from various regions.

The top 5 cocoa-growing regions in Ghana are:

Western Region

This region led the country in cocoa production in the 2019–20 crop year, with COCOBOD purchasing 332,647 metric tonnes. The Western Region benefits from high rainfall and fertile soils, providing ideal conditions for cocoa cultivation.

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Ashanti Region

With 165,830 metric tonnes purchased, the Ashanti Region was the second most productive in the 2019–20 crop year. Its rich arable land and favorable climatic conditions make it conducive to cocoa production.

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Eastern Region

Considered the birthplace of cocoa in Ghana, the Eastern Region produced 89,131 metric tonnes in the 2019–20 crop year. It experiences substantial rainfall, providing optimal conditions for cocoa cultivation.

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Central Region

Known for its bi-modal rainfall pattern and average rainfall of 800 mm to 1500 mm, the Central Region produced 85,526 metric tonnes in the 2019–20 crop year. It is also famous for growing a variety of crops.

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Bono, Bono East, Ahafo Region

This region is a significant cocoa producer, with an annual regional cocoa purchase of 88,460 metric tonnes in the 2019–20 crop year. It enjoys moderate to high rainfall, contributing to its large cocoa production.

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These regions play a crucial role in Ghana's cocoa industry, attracting tourists to their farms and contributing significantly to the country's agricultural sector.