Agriculture in Côte d’Ivoire: Outlook for Agricultural Sector in 2012

The agricultural sector and agricultural producers in Côte d’Ivoire are immune to the crisis. In 2011, Côte d’Ivoire reached a record level of 1.5 million tons of cacao and rubber production rose to 230,000 tons.

In addition, the palm oil production has also increased to 350,000 tons. Through these high production rates, Côte d’Ivoire has consolidated its place as a world leader in these domains.

Furthermore, the production of cashew nuts has reached its highest peak, placing the country as the first producer in Africa and the first exporter worldwide.