ITC SME Trade Academy - Summary of Introduction to the International Cocoa Industry

Introduction to the International Cocoa Industry

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course introduces the basics of organic farming for agricultural practitioners, particularly those involved in small- to medium-sized operations and located in developing or least-developed countries. Its first module introduces the general aspects of organic farming, and aims to help participants determine whether organic farming is a viable and interesting opportunity for their farm/company. Its second to fourth modules are more technical and take participants through the organic transition, production, certification and marketing process, providing practical tips and advice on evaluating and improving soil quality, implementing pest and disease control mechanisms, and finding the most promising channels to sell their organic produce, among other things.

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

Assess the roles of the different actors within the international cocoa supply chain;

Understand the key contractual terms for the cocoa industry, as well as how to use them; and

Evaluate some of the main "do's and dont's" in producing a quality cocoa crop.

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COURSE CERTIFICATION

Participants who meet the course requirements will receive a Certificate of Completion issued in electronic format.

COURSE STRUCTURE

Module 1

Introduction to the Cocoa Industry

Module 2

Contracting and Shipping

Module 3

Quality and Cocoa

Final Quiz

Certificate of Achievement

YOU WILL BE LEARNING

buyers credibility enterprise shipping speciality markets sustainability trade cocoa export development cocoa exporters sustainability elearning

Tutor: William Castro Rodriguez
Tutor: Kidest Teklu