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Trinidad and Tobago: Cocoa

One Country One Priority Product

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Year of publication 2024

Place of publication Santiago, Chile ;

Pages 1 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Category Brochure

Synopsis (short abstract) This report highlights the significance of cocoa production in Trinidad and Tobago under the One Country One Priority Product (OCOP) initiative. Despite contributing less than 1 percent to the nation’s GDP, Trinidad and Tobago is internationally recognized for its premium-quality cocoa. It is one of only eight countries globally certified by the International Cocoa Organization (ICCO) for 100 percent fine flavor cocoa and is the birthplace of the Trinitario cocoa variety, renowned for its high value in global markets.The cocoa industry faces critical challenges, including low productivity due to small-scale farming, aging tree stock with reduced yields, and limited investment in technology and infrastructure. Furthermore, climate change, with its unpredictable rainfall patterns and increased pest incidence, poses additional threats to sustainable production. Addressing these challenges requires a coordinated effort among stakeholders to modernize practices and enhance resilience.Supported by FAO, the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries, and the Cocoa Research Centre of the University of the West Indies, this initiative seeks to revitalize Trinidad and Tobago’s cocoa industry. By promoting innovation, improving farm management, and leveraging the nation’s unique heritage in fine flavor cocoa, the program aims to ensure economic viability, preserve biodiversity, and reinforce the country’s position in global cocoa markets.

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