Cocoa beans being lifted from a canal barge

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Cocoa beans being lifted from a canal barge

Two workers lift Gold Coast cocoa beans from a low canal barge. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

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Bags Barge Beans Canal Chain Chains Cocoa Heinz Overalls Sack Sacks Worker Zinram

EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Harvesting Cocoa Beans: A Historical Industrial Process in the Gold Coast" This evocative photograph, taken by Heinz Zinram in the 1950s, captures a moment in the rich history of cocoa production in the Gold Coast (now Ghana). Two local workers, dressed in overalls, are seen lifting heavy sacks of freshly harvested cocoa beans from a low canal barge. The scene exudes an air of industry and hard work, as the men carefully maneuver the sacks, ensuring they are securely fastened with chains. The canal, a vital transportation artery during the colonial era, played a significant role in the cocoa trade. The beans were transported from plantations to processing factories and ports via these waterways, making the canal an essential component of the cocoa industry's supply chain. The 1950s marked a pivotal period in the Gold Coast's cocoa production, as it became a major global supplier. The industry's growth was driven by the high demand for cocoa in Europe, particularly for chocolate manufacturing. This photograph serves as a testament to the labor-intensive process of cocoa production, which was a cornerstone of the region's economy during this time. The use of traditional boats and manual labor in this image adds to its historical significance, offering a glimpse into the past and the human effort required to bring the world's favorite treat – chocolate – to consumers. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the Gold Coast's industrial heritage and the vital role cocoa production played in its history.

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