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International Cocoa Initiative International Cocoa Initiative- Partnership between NGOs, labour unions, cocoa processors and the major chocolate brands with the aim of changing the way cocoa is grown. Witch’s Broom and Frosty Pods: Threats to World Cacao Production Witch’s Broom and Frosty Pods: Threats to World Cacao Production- Article by Gareth Griffith on these two pathogens that have caused havoc in the cacao industry. International Cocoa Germplasm Database International Cocoa Germplasm Database- Information on ICGD, based at the University of Reading, UK. Cocoa Producers' Alliance Cocoa Producers' Alliance- Intergovernmental organization founded by Ghana, Nigeria, Brazil, Ivory Coast and Cameroon, aiming to exchange information, increase cooperation, mainta… About Cocoa About Cocoa- Information on growing this tropical tree with illustrated instructions for its propagation by budding. Also instructions for harvesting the crop and rejuvenating old… Theobroma cacao: The Tree of Life Theobroma cacao: The Tree of Life- Photographs and information on the history of this tree, the necessary climate for its growth, the varieties available and its propagation. The Food of the Gods: A Popular Account of Cocoa The Food of the Gods: A Popular Account of Cocoa- Online illustrated book by Brandon Head on cocoa, its growth and cultivation, its manufacture and history. World Cocoa Foundation World Cocoa Foundation- This organisation aims to encourage responsible sustainable cocoa farming and raise farmers’ incomes.