Protecting biodiversity and climate resilience begins with empowering those who care for the land.

When family-run cacao farms are no longer economically viable, farmers often have no choice but to cut down native trees for timber or clear land for short-term crops. These changes disrupt local ecosystems and weaken the natural balance that jungles provide — from regulating rainfall to protecting soil health and supporting countless species, including endangered ones.

These small farms are more than growers — they are protectors of the land. That’s why we not only support them economically, but also invest in long-term partnership, working side by side throughout the season.

In Central America, cacao has been cultivated since pre-Hispanic times. It grows not in monoculture plantations, but in biodiverse agroforestry systems, where it thrives under the canopy of native trees.

This method doesn’t just produce higher-quality cacao — it supports floristic diversity, enhances soil health, and allows multiple crops to grow in harmony on the same land. The result is cacao that’s more flavorful, more valuable and grown in balance with nature.