How to increase cocoa yield

How to increase cocoa yield

Balanced fertilization in particular, has a major impact on cocoa yield and brings benefits to the grower. Appropriate fertilizer use is a major contributor to maintaining tree vigor and productivity...

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Does your cocoa have a nutrient deficiency?

Identify and diagnose nutrient deficiencies in your cocoa and learn how to control or correct the deficiency. Start by selecting a nutrient below.

Cocoa plant
Cocoa plant

Role of nutrients by cocoa growth stage

Find out which nutrients are most important at different growth stages of cocoa.

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Yara agronomist advice on cocoa

Increasing Number of Cocoa Pods and Bean Yield
How to increase number of cocoa pods and bean yield
Cocoa fruit pods mature after 5-6 months, taking on a yellow or darker red colors.
Soils, Liming and Salinity in Cocoa
Soils, liming and salinity in cocoa production
Cocoa prefers deep well drained soils that are at least 1.5m deep.
Influencing Cocoa Health
How to improve cocoa health
Cocoa is at high risk from the many pests and diseases which thrive in the hot, humid environment under an enclosed canopy.
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