National Support Origram for Cocoa

The program aims to increase the productive potential of cultivated and wild native cacao in Bolivia by improving production, harvesting, and post-harvest processes for the domestic and foreign markets. This program is implemented in the departments of La Paz, Cochabamba, Santa Cruz, Beni, and Pando. It is managed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food (MDRyT). Its implementation is handled by its implementing agencies, each component being: 1) Technological Development and Innovation (INIAF); 2) Plant Health (SENASAG); 3) Production and Post-Harvest (EMPODERAR); and 4) Technical Assistance and Market (IPDSA).