Heavy rains threaten global cacao crop
The study indicates that heavy rainfall during the cocoa growing season, especially between April and June, damages cocoa harvests in major producing regions like Ghana, accounting for about 68% of the annual production variability. The damages result from disrupting the pollination process, direct harm to flowers and small pods, and an increased risk of fungal diseases such as Black Pod Disease. Additionally, the findings suggest that intense rainfall is associated with higher risks and lower productivity; when combined with deteriorating crop quality, the timing and intensity of rainfall become key factors driving fluctuations in global cocoa production.
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