Impact of lockdown and protocols on the economy is significant. Theoretically movement of goods is not restricted. In practice, piles of new paperwork are introduced. And every permit comes at a cost and a delay.
https://lnkd.in/dbU9ryF
#Nigeria #commodities #cocoa

Will heat-resistant #chocolate change the #cocoa #valuechain? Chocolate makers have been searching for this for years, as it will open up new markets, new production locations, and ease logistics. The main question: will it be enjoyed by consumers?
https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2020/04/30/Mars-patents-heat-resistant-chocolate-that-maintains-taste-and-shape-in-hot-climates#

Now that the immediate panic around #COVID19 is reducing, we should consider #foodsecurity. Did the world realize that #locusts are threatening East African harvest? https://qz.com/africa/1836159/locusts-set-to-hit-kenya-east-africa-again-400-times-stronger/

"Nobody eats GDP" @akin_adesina @AfDB_Group https://www.afdb.org/en/news-and-events/press-releases/nobody-eats-gdp-says-african-development-bank-president-he-calls-inclusive-growth-33907

How to put Nigeria back on the cocoa map? One of our partners @ayodejiobalogun @AFEXNigeria shares his thoughts on @cnbcafrica.
https://www.cnbcafrica.com/videos/2019/12/20/agriculture-industry-in-reveals-an-increasing-demand-for-nigerias-cocoa-2019-recap-of-soft-commodity-market/