Countries by Cocoa Production 2024

About This Dataset

Countries ranked by total cocoa bean production in 2024, measured in thousands of metric tons according to the International Cocoa Organization. Ivory Coast and Ghana together produce approximately 60% of the world's cocoa supply — a geographic concentration that makes the global chocolate industry extraordinarily vulnerable to weather disruptions, disease outbreaks, and political instability in West Africa, where millions of smallholder farmers cultivate cocoa on plots averaging just two to three hectares.

✨ AI Insight

The stark contrast in cocoa production between the leading nations and others is evident, with Ivory Coast alone producing nearly three times more than Ghana, the second-largest producer. This concentration of production in West Africa, particularly in Ivory Coast and Ghana, raises significant concerns about the stability of the global chocolate supply chain, as any disruption from climate change, disease, or political unrest could have far-reaching effects. Notably, while Ecuador and Cameroon are also important players, their production levels of 350 and 290 thousand metric tons, respectively, pale in comparison to the giants of the industry. This suggests a vulnerability in the market that could lead to price volatility and supply shortages if these regions face challenges.

Source: International Cocoa Organization

Key Findings

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Ivory Coast leads with 2,200 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 546 · median: 273.

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Gap in 2024: Ivory Coast is 20× larger than Peru.