Brazil is a significant producer of cocoa but is not among the top five global producers. The majority of the world's cocoa is produced in West Africa, with Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana being the largest producers. Other top producers include Indonesia, Nigeria, Ecuador, Cameroon, Brazil, Sierra Leone, Peru, and the Dominican Republic. Production volumes vary, with Côte d'Ivoire contributing the largest share. The article also mentions the history of chocolate and its production process.