Farm Rehabilitation & GAP

Structured pruning, shade management, and integrated pest management to lift yields and quality.

Post‑Harvest Excellence

Standardized fermentation and solar/raised‑bed drying protocols with quality checks for consistent beans.

Market Access & Traceability

Co‑marketing to institutional buyers and exporters with basic traceability for premiums when available.

Eligibility

• Resident or active cocoa farmer in Nimba County.
• Willing to adopt cooperative SOPs (farm & post‑harvest).
• Agree to weigh‑in, quality checks, and basic traceability.
• Commit to annual dues and meeting participation.

What Members Receive

• Training (GAP, fermentation, drying, safety).
• Access to shared tools and fermentation boxes where available.
• Quality grading & aggregation for better pricing.
• Buyer outreach and negotiation support.

Farmer Member

Smallholders owning or managing cocoa farms in Nimba.

• Registration: US$10 (one‑time)
• Annual Dues: US$15
• Voting rights: Yes

Community Group / Coop

Existing farmer groups joining as a block.

• Registration: US$25 (one‑time)
• Annual Dues: US$30
• Voting rights: Yes (1 delegate)

Partner / Buyer

Local aggregators or exporters supporting farmer services.

• Support fee: By agreement
• Access to lots & traceability data
• Advisory role: Non‑voting

Documents Required

• ID (voter card or other photo ID)
• Farm location (community, district)
• Approximate farm size & variety (if known)
• Two references (community leader or farmers)

How to Apply

1. Complete the online form: /join-cocoa.
2. Upload/attach basic info and references.
3. Pay dues at your first training/meeting.
4. Receive your membership ID and SOP handbook.

District Sessions

Rotational training across Sanniquellie‑Mah, Tappita, Gbehlay‑Geh, and Yarwein‑Mehnsonnoh districts.

Demo Farms

Hands‑on pruning and shade workshops at selected demo plots. Bring your tools where possible.

Aggregation Days

Announced buying windows with quality grading and transparent scales. Payment receipts issued.

Member Rights

• Elect cooperative leadership and approve budgets.
• One member, one vote (per by‑laws).
• Access to training, SOPs, and aggregation services.
• Transparent pricing and receipts at aggregation.

Member Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs for farm and post‑harvest.
• Participate in meetings and trainings.
• Maintain accurate farm/lot information.
• Pay annual dues on time.

Agroforestry

Promoting shade trees, soil cover, and biodiversity to protect yields and communities.

Water & Soil Care

Erosion control, mulching, and composting for healthy soils and resilient farms.

Child & Labor Safety

Zero tolerance for child labor; safety practices for all cooperative members and workers.