Throughout the blog, I have mentioned the fickle nature of the cocoa tree. It is prone to diseases and a ready target for various pests. These become especially pronounced when the trees age and when farms are replanted. Many of the articles I cite as sources for my posts also mention these problems. So here’s a run down on the most common problems the cocoa tree faces.
The information below is taken from the Ohio State University Integrated Pest Management web site and from a website organized by R. Bateman of the Imperial College in London. One caveat: the latter website is advocating for the use of pesticides and supported by the big names in the industry. In no way do I advocate for or endorse the purpose of that website. Continue reading “Some Background on Cocoa Pests and Diseases”
