Panel Discussion // GISCO and SWISSCO at ISM: Future-proofing chocolate: How to build resilient cocoa supply chains

Name: Panel Discussion // GISCO and SWISSCO at ISM: Future-proofing chocolate: How to build resilient cocoa supply chains
Start: 2026-02-03T11:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-02-03T12:00:00+01:00
Location: Koelnmesse

3. Februar @ 11:00 - 12:00

Join the German Initiative on Sustainable Cocoa (GISCO) and the Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa (SWISSCO) at the ISM 2026 Expert Stage on February 3rd, 11:00–12:00 in Cologne, for a panel discussion on “Future-proofing chocolate: How to build resilient cocoa supply chains”. The session will gather leading stakeholders from the chocolate industry to exchange on actions and investments are needed to ensure a robust supply chain in which farmers earn a living.

About the panel

The global cocoa sector continues to face mounting challenges: volatile markets, climate shocks, ageing farmers, sustainability requirements, and heightened expectations from consumers and regulators. In the current situation, securing a reliable and long-term supply of cocoa is increasingly critical for the cocoa industry. This, however, depends on whether cocoa farmers can earn a living and see a future in cocoa production.

Our high-level panel brings together perspectives from farmers, industry, certification, and policy looking into how we can collectively contribute to build more resilient supply chains. The discussion will unpack the economic, social, and environmental enablers that determine long-term productivity and profitability of cocoa farming.

Expert Stage

This panel will take place at the Expert Stage – a programme collaboratively put together by the ISM and ProSweets Cologne, reflecting the entire industrial value chain of the confectionary and snack industry.

Find the full Expert Stage programme here.

Location

Expert Stage, Hall 10.1

Language

The Panel will be held in English

Organiser

German Initiative on Sustainable Cocoa (GISCO) and the Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa (SWISSCO)

Further Information

The International Confectionary Fair (ISM) in Cologne is the world’s leading trade fair for sweets and snacks. You can find further information on the ISM website.

Register here

Registration is not required for participation; however, it supports us in the planning and facilitation of the event.

Please note

A ISM day ticket is required to attend the event. If you need assistance with legitimation as a trade visitor, we will be happy to provide you with a personalised invitation letter. Kindly reach out to info@kakaoforum.de

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Details

Datum: 3. Februar
Zeit:
11:00 - 12:00
Veranstaltungskategorie: Extern
Veranstaltung-Tags:ISM, Panel discussion

Veranstalter

German Initiative on Sustainable Cocoa (GISCO)
Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa (SWISSCO)

Veranstaltungsort

Koelnmesse
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