Cocoa breaks 2,000 pound barrier

January 27, 2009 - Cocoa futures in London broke through the £2,000 barrier for the first time in nearly 24 years towards the end of January, boosted by supply concerns in West Africa and a weak pound.

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ADM strengthens European position with Schokinag acquisition

January 26, 2009 - Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) is continuing its march into the European chocolate market and moving closer to its customers on this side of the Atlantic with the acquisition of the German firm Schokinag.

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Cocoa foundation outlines sustainability goals

January 16, 2009 - The World Cocoa Foundation is offering a guide to the cocoa industry on sustainability principles that focus on equitable profit, labour standards and environmental issues.

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Ivory Coast plan to boost cocoa quality

January 12, 2009 - The Ivory Coast is taking steps to protect its cocoa industry with a plan to improve the quality of its crop which is said to have fallen in standards over the last decade, according to reports.

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Comfort and joy

Ivory Coast women defy taboos, move into cocoa farming

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