Chocolate is a treat that is widely consumed across the globe, and the cacao tree remains one of the most important plants in the world. Not only are the plant’s cocoa beans used to make ...

New research finds that cacao trees evolved over 7.5 million years ago. DNA studies may help improve future chocolate crops.

Discover the fascinating journey of chocolate, from its origins in ancient South America to its transformation into the ...

less-productive trees and plant new ones to increase production, especially as farms are ravaged by diseases. Like other cocoa farmers, Mensah has diversified: He now grows cassava and maize ...

Thousands of cocoa farmers across Indonesia are working with businesses and other organizations to protect their crops ...

Increasing leaf litter, planting taller shade trees and reducing the use of agrochemicals could aid natural pollination of cacao plants, in turn boosting yields and potentially improving ...