Shea production in Ghana, while less structured than cocoa, is also a vital agricultural activity, particularly in the northern regions. The country produces between 130,000 and 150,000 metric tons of shea nuts annually. Unlike cocoa, shea trees grow wild in the savannah ecological zones, and their cultivation is not confined to clearly demarcated farms. The shea industry is a significant source of income for rural communities, especially women, with over 600,000 women engaged in the collection and processing of shea nuts. In 2023, Ghana earned approximately $90 to $100 million from shea exports, making it one of the country’s key non-traditional export commodities.