The term 'Cocoa' comes from Spanish word 'Cacao', which is derived from the Nahauti word 'cacahauti'. The cacao tree is native to the America. It originated in Central America and parts of Mexico. More than 5,000 years ago, it was consumed by pre-Columbian cultures along the Yucatán, including the Mayans, and as far back as Olmeca civilization in spiritual ceremonies. Here, we are giving the list of “Top 10 Cocoa Producing Countries” for general awareness.
Top 10 Cocoa Producing Countries
| Rank | Country | Production |
| 1 | Cote d’Ivoire | 1,448,992 tonnes |
| 2 | Ghana | 835,466 tonnes |
| 3 | Indonesia | 777,500 tonnes |
| 4 | Nigeria | 367,000 tonnes |
| 5 | Cameroon | 275,000 tonnes |
| 6 | Brazil | 256,186 tonnes |
| 7 | Ecuador | 128,446 tonnes |
| 8 | Mexico | 82,000 tonnes |
| 9 | Peru | 71,175 tonnes |
| 10 | Dominican Republic | 68,021 tonnes |
In the above list of “Top 10 Cocoa Producing Countries” will increase the general knowledge of readers.
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