In Côte d'Ivoire, an agricultural union known as Cacao Culture has begun an unlimited strike, starting on Wednesday. This means the strike could continue indefinitely until the union’s demands are met. The union issued an ultimatum to the government and the head of the coffee and cocoa council, demanding that authorities revise the current cocoa price set for the season, which is 1200 CFA francs. Cocoa is one of the country’s most important agricultural products, and Côte d'Ivoire is among the world’s leading producers. The union argues that the current price does not reflect the true value of cocoa or the rising costs farmers face. The strike comes as a response to what the union describes as a failure of the government to adequately support farmers. The purchase price of 1200 CFA francs was supposed to be a guaranteed minimum set by the state to protect farmers from the volatility of market prices. This assurance was meant to ensure a stable income for farmers, even when global prices fluctuate. However, the union claims that the price has not kept up with inflation or production costs, leaving many farmers struggling to make ends meet. The government has not yet responded publicly to the strike, but the situation has raised concerns about the stability of the agricultural sector. Cacao Culture represents thousands of farmers, and an extended strike could disrupt the country’s cocoa production and export activities, which are vital to its economy.