Cocoa Marketing Company

Cocoa Marketing Company The CMC is the world's largest single Seller and Exporter of premium cocoa from origin.

Our customers are assured of cocoa that exceeds the rigorous industry standards and meets the unique taste, texture, and appearance of premium quality cocoa.

Every shipment of Ghana’s cocoa tells a story of collaboration.From the cocoa farm to international markets, Ghana’s pre...
29/07/2026

Every shipment of Ghana’s cocoa tells a story of collaboration.

From the cocoa farm to international markets, Ghana’s premium cocoa passes through the hands of dedicated professionals and institutions, each playing a critical role in preserving the quality and reputation the world has come to trust.

Farmers cultivate, harvest, ferment and dry the cocoa beans.

Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) purchase cocoa and transport it from producing communities.

Quality Control Company (QCC) inspects, grades and certifies every consignment to ensure it meets Ghana’s rigorous quality standards.

Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC) takes delivery of the cocoa, stores it under controlled conditions, markets and sells it to local processors and international buyers, and coordinates its delivery for export.

Hauliers, ports, shipping lines, processors, insurers and financial institutions provide the essential logistics, financial and operational support that keeps Ghana’s cocoa moving efficiently across the global supply chain.

What Exactly Does CMC Do?From Ghana’s cocoa warehouses to markets around the world, Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC) plays ...
28/07/2026

What Exactly Does CMC Do?

From Ghana’s cocoa warehouses to markets around the world, Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC) plays a vital role in connecting Ghana’s premium-quality cocoa to local processors and international buyers.

CMC is responsible for:

✅ Promoting and marketing Ghana’s cocoa

✅ Negotiating and executing cocoa sales

✅ Taking delivery of cocoa at designated Take-Over Centres

✅ Safely storing stocks under controlled conditions

✅ Coordinating delivery to local processors and international buyers

Simply put, CMC ensures that Ghana’s cocoa is professionally marketed, carefully handled and reliably delivered; protecting its quality and strengthening Ghana’s reputation in the global cocoa trade.

𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬The Government of Ghana has announced a comprehensive set of reforms aimed at ...
24/07/2026

𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬

The Government of Ghana has announced a comprehensive set of reforms aimed at strengthening the governance, financing and long-term sustainability of the country’s cocoa sector.

Presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, the Minister for Finance reaffirmed cocoa’s importance as a cornerstone of Ghana’s economy, a major source of export earnings and a critical source of livelihood for millions of Ghanaians, particularly within rural communities.

A key component of the reform agenda is the proposed introduction of a new COCOBOD Bill to repeal and replace the Ghana Cocoa Board Act, 1984 (PNDCL 81). The new legislation is expected to modernise the governance and financing framework of the cocoa industry in response to changing domestic and international market conditions.

The proposed Bill will introduce a new producer pricing mechanism aligned with movements in international cocoa prices, exchange-rate developments and other relevant market factors. It will also guarantee cocoa farmers not less than 70 per cent of the gross Free-on-Board price.

CMC welcomes reforms that strengthen the cocoa value chain, improve returns to farmers and enhance Ghana’s competitiveness within the global cocoa trade.

As the institution responsible for the marketing, sale and export of Ghana’s cocoa, CMC remains committed to contributing to a resilient, efficient and value-driven cocoa industry that delivers sustainable benefits to Ghana and its cocoa farmers.

𝐀 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫Ghana’s cocoa sector is set for significant reforms aimed at strengthening i...
23/07/2026

𝐀 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫

Ghana’s cocoa sector is set for significant reforms aimed at strengthening its financial sustainability, improving farmer incomes and increasing the value the country derives from its cocoa.

Presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, the Minister for Finance - Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson (MP), announced that Government will submit a new COCOBOD Bill to Parliament to repeal and replace the Ghana Cocoa Board Act, 1984 (PNDCL 81).

The proposed legislation will introduce a producer pricing mechanism that responds to movements in international cocoa prices, exchange-rate developments and other relevant market conditions. Under the new framework, cocoa farmers will be guaranteed not less than 70 per cent of the gross Free-on-Board price.

The Bill is also expected to establish a new financing framework for cocoa purchases and related operations, helping to restore COCOBOD’s long-term financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

A major feature of the proposed reforms is the requirement for not less than 50 per cent of Ghana’s cocoa beans to be processed locally. This will support value addition, stimulate industrial growth, create employment and enable Ghana to retain a greater share of the value generated from its premium cocoa.

These proposed measures signal a renewed commitment to building a cocoa industry that delivers better returns to farmers, strengthens Ghana’s position in the global cocoa market and supports sustainable long-term growth.

As the institution responsible for marketing and selling Ghana’s cocoa, Cocoa Marketing Company remains committed to supporting a competitive, resilient and value-driven cocoa sector.

Photo credit: Ministry of Finance, Ghana

Before Ghana’s cocoa reaches the world, proper warehousing helps preserve the premium quality it is known for.Once Ghana...
23/07/2026

Before Ghana’s cocoa reaches the world, proper warehousing helps preserve the premium quality it is known for.

Once Ghana’s cocoa has been graded, sealed, and certified, protecting that quality becomes the next priority.

Before every bag reaches a vessel, it passes through carefully managed warehousing conditions designed to preserve the integrity buyers around the world expect from Ghana cocoa.

From moisture control and proper ventilation to safe handling and storage practices, every step matters.

Effective warehousing helps prevent deterioration, maintain bean quality, and ensure that the cocoa delivered to international markets reflects the premium standards Ghana is known for.


Cocoa and chocolate are closely connected, but they are not the same thing.Cocoa is the raw agricultural commodity that ...
21/07/2026

Cocoa and chocolate are closely connected, but they are not the same thing.

Cocoa is the raw agricultural commodity that begins its journey on the farm. It is harvested, fermented, dried, graded, stored and prepared for the global market before being sold to processors and manufacturers around the world.

Chocolate is the finished consumer product. It is created through further processing of cocoa beans and cocoa derivatives, combined with ingredients such as sugar, milk and flavourings to produce the products found on store shelves.

Understanding this distinction is important to appreciating the cocoa value chain.

While Ghana has earned a global reputation for producing some of the world’s finest cocoa beans, much of the transformation into chocolate and confectionery products takes place in manufacturing facilities across international markets.

At CMC, we play a critical role in connecting Ghana’s premium cocoa to the global industry that transforms it into products enjoyed by millions around the world.


Ghana’s respected standing in the global cocoa trade is the result of decades of commitment to premium quality, consiste...
20/07/2026

Ghana’s respected standing in the global cocoa trade is the result of decades of commitment to premium quality, consistency and dependable supply.

In today’s post, our Managing Director shares his perspective on what it takes to sustain Ghana’s competitive advantage, strengthen the confidence of international buyers and protect the legacy of Ghana cocoa for generations to come.

At CMC, we remain committed to ensuring that Ghana cocoa continues to stand for quality, credibility and reliability in every market.


Warehousing is where quality protection becomes quality assurance.After cocoa has been graded, sealed, and certified, it...
17/07/2026

Warehousing is where quality protection becomes quality assurance.

After cocoa has been graded, sealed, and certified, its journey is far from over. Before every shipment, the beans must be stored under carefully controlled conditions that protect their integrity and preserve the premium quality Ghana is known for worldwide.

Temperature, moisture levels, ventilation, stack management, and handling practices all play a critical role in ensuring that cocoa reaches international buyers in the same condition it left the grading shed.

At CMC, warehousing is more than storage. It is a vital link in the quality chain that safeguards Ghana’s reputation, protects value, and ensures that every bag shipped meets the standards buyers expect.

Because between grading and shipment, quality still needs protection.

Today, Cocoa Marketing Company (Ghana) Limited joins communication professionals across the world in commemorating World...
16/07/2026

Today, Cocoa Marketing Company (Ghana) Limited joins communication professionals across the world in commemorating World Public Relations Day under the theme, “The Golden Age of Strategic PR.”

For CMC, strategic communication is essential to telling Ghana’s cocoa story with clarity, accuracy and purpose. It is in how we educate the public, strengthen stakeholder confidence and amplify our role in marketing, selling, storing and exporting Ghana’s cocoa.

In an era shaped by artificial intelligence, misinformation and rapidly evolving geopolitical and economic conditions, the need for credible, ethical and human-centred communication has never been greater.

As we celebrate World PR Day, we recognise the professionals whose insight, judgement and commitment continue to connect institutions with the people they serve.

Happy World Public Relations Day!




Getting a single shipment of cocoa to market takes more than one team.Behind every tonne of cocoa that leaves Ghana’s po...
15/07/2026

Getting a single shipment of cocoa to market takes more than one team.

Behind every tonne of cocoa that leaves Ghana’s ports is a carefully coordinated effort across several departments of the Cocoa Marketing Company (Ghana) Limited.

The process begins with teams that engage buyers, negotiate sales, manage contracts and plan deliveries. It continues with officers who prepare and verify shipping documentation, coordinate logistics, monitor stock availability and ensure that every consignment meets the required terms and timelines.

Finance teams manage the transactions and payment processes that support each sale, while risk, compliance, information systems, warehousing and administrative teams provide the oversight and operational support needed to keep the entire process moving efficiently.

Each department performs a distinct role, but every role is connected.
From contract negotiation to final export, CMC brings these functions together to ensure that Ghana’s cocoa reaches international markets securely, efficiently and in line with the country’s reputation for quality and reliability.

This is how CMC helps take Ghana’s cocoa to the world.



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