Ghana has received formal notice from the United States confirming the removal of the 15 percent tariff on cocoa and some agricultural exports. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has said.
Mr Ablakwa said the communication reached his office on Monday, adding that the change gives farmers and exporters some relief.
He said the tariff removal took effect on November 13, 2025, following an Executive Order issued by US President Donald Trump.
The order takes Ghana’s cocoa and a range of other crops off the list of products covered by America’s reciprocal tariff policy.
The crops now exempted are cashew nut, avocado, banana, mango, orange, lime, plantain, pineapple, guava, coconut, ginger and assorted peppers.
Mr Ablakwa said Ghana is projected to earn about US$60 million, which is about GH¢667 million, in extra revenue each year.
He said the figure is based on average cocoa exports to the US and current global prices.
The minister said the change offers relief to farmers at a time when many producers face rising costs.
He noted that the United States is the world’s biggest importer of chocolate and cocoa products, which makes the decision important for Ghana’s export growth.
“Ghana welcomes this positive development from the US,” Mr Ablakwa said. He added that the two countries will continue to work together for their shared interest.
The removal of the tariff is expected to make it easier for Ghanaian produce to reach the US market.
It is also expected to support foreign exchange earnings and provide more stable income for households that depend on agriculture.
