The genetics of cocoa can undergo significant evolution from harvest to harvest. Several factors contribute to this continuous change, including natural genetic variation, selective breeding, and environmental influences.

Grafting can assist in the rehabilitation and renovation of cocoa farms, rejuvenating plots affected by diseases or poor farm management, grafting offers a sustainable solution for farmers to improve their cocoa productivity and quality.

The cocoa industry is facing a crucial crossroads, while shipping larger volumes reduces transport costs, it's essential to also consider the quality of cocoa produced on the farms.

Achieving synchronization between cocoa producers and chocolate artisans is crucial for the thriving cocoa production.

At the heart of cocoa production lie post-harvest centers, which play a crucial role in supporting cocoa farmers and driving socio-economic benefits in cocoa-producing communities.

We are diversifying and changing the way cocoa is cultivated in the region. We focus on one thing and one thing only, growing cocoa sustainably.

To help preserve native cocoa varieties and agroforestry systems in the region, we are implementing an incentive program to farmers who participate in our design plot.

Today, we can observe in the Sierra de Perija a mosaic of presumed hybrid varieties of Criollo origin that have evolved to survive.

A study of the trees in the Cacao Marquez post-harvest center has identified trees with microsatellites of 90% similarity to Criollo Porcelana cacao group.

Venezuela is famous for its cacao diversity, and we aim to produce and source a range of unique cacaos while also promoting their conservation.