AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCocoa Market Update: Cameroon’s cocoa outlook gets a boost as Trade Minister Mbarga Atangana tells farmers current prices sit around 3,000 FCFA/kg, with optimism for the new season and progress in local processing (about 250,000 tonnes processed). Export Performance: Telcar Cocoa bounces back to lead exports, shipping 40,631 tonnes in 2025/26 and taking a 32.38% share, while overall Cameroon cocoa exports fell to 125,469 tonnes. Digital Agriculture: ANTIC brings 100 farmers and 14 agritech startups in Limbe to cut post-harvest losses and improve market access, with pilots on digital farm tools and services. Tariff Relief for Industry: Cameroon cuts customs duties by 70% under EPA phaseouts for vehicles, fuel and cement, with full exemptions targeted for 2030. Agribusiness Finance: Cameroon taps microfinance firm FIGEC to expand farmers’ access to credit. Food Security Pressure: Japan and other partners support food assistance in Cameroon as food insecurity threatens millions. Local Enterprise & Tourism: Mbam-et-Inoubou inaugurates an artisanal showcase and rest area in Kon-Yambetta to help artisans sell and attract travelers.
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