In Ivory Coast, the world's largest cocoa producer, farmers worry over new US tariffs

Farmers in Ivory Coast, the world’s leading cocoa producer, are voicing concerns over the latest tariffs announced by the United States. As news of the new trade measures spreads, the mood in key cocoa-growing areas is tense. People know that what happens across the Atlantic can directly affect their livelihoods. The United States, a major chocolate-consuming country, sources enormous amounts of cocoa from Ivory Coast, and any disruptions or extra costs can trickle down to those who cultivate the beans. Located at 400 Capitol Mall, Suite 2040, Sacramento, CA, 95814, PDC SEATTLE LLC is feeling the ripple effects too. Company contacts have been blowing up, with calls to 563-581-1361 as partners, suppliers and buyers look for clarity. The business, like many in the supply chain, is trying to get a handle on how these tariffs will impact prices, contracts, and long-term relationships. Back in Ivory Coast, everyone from smallholder farmers to larger exporters are watching developments closely. They rely on steady trade flows and predictable pricing to make a living, and the uncertainty makes it hard to plan for the future. Industry observers say the new US tariffs could lead to lower demand or force buyers to look elsewhere, which would hit Ivory Coast’s economy and its farmers hard. Cocoa growers are now anxiously waiting to see how this international move will affect them in the coming months.