Focusing on quality and chain linkage in cocoa development

The Dak Lak Agricultural Extension Center recently organized a specialized conference on the development of the cocoa raw material region. The conference was held in Krong Ana Commune, Dak Lak Province, with the participation of representatives from the National Agricultural Extension Center, the Institute of Agricultural and Forestry Science and Technology of the Western Region, representatives from departments, branches, localities, and enterprises operating in the cocoa industry. Development falls short of potential Ms. Dang Thi Thuy, Deputy Director of the Dak Lak Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, said that Dak Lak is favored by nature in terms of climate and soil, and is the capital of many high-value industrial crops. Although cocoa is lagging behind, it has affirmed its status as a potential crop, suitable for sustainable agricultural development and adaptation to climate change. Besides, cocoa has been identified as one of the main crops of the province. ...