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Our Partners & Certifications

A curated directory of the organizations, certifications, partners, and resources that shape our commitment to quality, sustainability, and transparency.

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Disclaimer: Links on this page direct you to third-party websites. Terroir Cocoa is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of external sites. We include these links for transparency, educational purposes, and to acknowledge our valued partners and certifications.
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Featured Partners

Key relationships
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Rainforest Alliance

Certification Partner

Working together to create a more sustainable world through certified farming practices and conservation.

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Fairtrade International

Fair Trade Certified

Ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and community development for our farming families.

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USDA Organic

Organic Certified

Our cacao is grown and processed according to the highest organic agricultural standards.

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Certifications & Standards

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Rainforest Alliance Certified™
rainforest-alliance.org
Promoting environmentally, socially and economically sustainable agriculture and forestry.
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Fairtrade International
fairtrade.org
Global movement ensuring fair prices and working conditions for farmers in developing countries.
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USDA Organic Certification
usda.gov/topics/organic
National organic program ensuring products meet rigorous organic production and handling standards.
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B Corp Certified
bcorporation.net
Certified businesses meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
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Ecocert
ecocert.com
Independent certification body verifying our sustainable agricultural practices and organic compliance.
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Chocolate for Better
chocolateforbetter.org
Non-profit initiative driving sustainability standards across the chocolate industry supply chain.
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Supply Chain & Partners

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Cargill Cocoa & Chocolate
cargill.com
Global agricultural processor and our primary chocolate export partner for international distribution.
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Nestlé Professional Cocoa
nestle.com
Strategic processing partnership for our B2B cocoa bean and cocoa powder products.
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Merck KGaA — Lab Supplies
merck.com
Our laboratory supply partner for bean quality testing, fermentation analysis, and quality control.
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EcoVadis
ecovadis.com
Sustainability performance management platform we use for supply chain risk assessment and ESG scoring.
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Ecuador Trade & Investment
tradeinvestecuador.ec
National trade promotion agency supporting our cacao exports and international market access.
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Social Media

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Twitter / X
@terroircocoa
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Facebook
/terroircocoa
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Instagram
@terroircocoa
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YouTube
@terroircocoa
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LinkedIn
/company/terroir-cocoa
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Pinterest
@terroircocoa
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Press & Media Features

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The New York Times
nytimes.com
Featured in "The Future of Single-Origin Chocolate" — covering our farm-to-bar philosophy.
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Chocolates Sans Frontières
chocolatesansfrontieres.com
Global chocolate culture platform featuring our terroir-driven approach to cacao farming.
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Food & Wine Magazine
foodandwine.com
Covered in "World's Best Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Makers" — ranked #12 in their 2024 list.
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National Geographic
nationalgeographic.com
Documented in "Saving Cacao: How Small Farms Are Fighting Climate Change" photo essay.
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The Los Angeles Times
latimes.com
Profiled in "The New Wave of Artisan Chocolate Is Growing from the Ground Up."
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Education & Resources

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International Cocoa Forum
cacaoforum.com
Annual gathering of industry leaders. We present research on cacao biodiversity and fermentation science.
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The Chocolate Academy
chocolateacademy.org
Professional training institute. Our master chocolatier teaches bean-to-bar courses here.
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Sustainable Agriculture Research
sustainableagriculture.net
Research hub on agroforestry, soil health, and climate-resilient cacao farming techniques.
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Coursera — Food Science Courses
coursera.org
Recommended courses in food science, chocolate chemistry, and agricultural sustainability.
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Kakao Foundation
kakao.org
Open-access repository on cacao genetics, disease resistance, and varietal preservation.
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Where to Buy

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Terroir Cocoa Shop (Direct)
terroircocoa.com/shop
Buy directly from our farm with full traceability and farm-fresh packaging. Free shipping over $50.
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Eataly
eataly.com
Available in select Eataly locations nationwide and online. Look for our single-estate collection.
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Debries Fine Chocolates
debries.com
Premium specialty food retailer carrying our limited-edition seasonal bars and gift sets.
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Goldbelly
goldbelly.com
Order our curated tasting boxes and farm-direct chocolate shipped nationwide in the US.
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Whole Foods Market
wholefoodsmarket.com
Our organic dark chocolate bars available at select Whole Foods locations in the Northeast.
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Government & Industry Bodies

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FAO — Cocoa
fao.org/cocoa
United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization's cocoa program for sustainable production guidance.
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International Cocoa Organization
icco.org
Inter-governmental organization promoting the expansion and rationalization of world cocoa trade.
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International Cocoa Initiative
ica-cocoa.org
Collaborative initiative improving the livelihoods of cocoa farmers and protecting children in cocoa communities.
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Ministerio de Agricultura — Ecuador
agricultura.gob.ec
Ecuadorian Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Rural Development — our national regulatory authority.
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