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Rich Asplund

Favorable West African Weather Weighs on Cocoa Prices

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26) today is down -88 (-1.48%), and March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26) is down -48 (-1.11%).

Cocoa prices extended this week's losses, with NY cocoa falling to a 1.5-week low.  Favorable weather in West Africa is expected to boost yields and supply, which is bearish for prices.  Cocoa farmers in the Ivory Coast are reporting that a mix of rain and sunshine is helping cocoa trees bloom, and farmers in Ghana said rains have been regular and helpful to cocoa tree and pod development ahead of the harmattan season.  

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