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Deadly rains threaten Nigeria’s cocoa harvest, stir global jitters

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Dulue Mbachu

Dulue Mbachu, an experienced journalist, covers business and politics for Allen Dreyfus.
  • Nigerian cocoa farmers fear crop losses from fungal diseases due to persistent rains in key growing regions
  • Rising costs and inflation hinder farmers’ ability to protect crops

 

AKURE, NIGERIA – Prolonged rainfall and thick cloud cover in Nigeria’s cocoa-growing regions have raised concerns among farmers and traders over the potential outbreak of fungal diseases.

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