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Farmgate pricing
Prices we pay per kilogram of fresh, fermented, sun-dried cocoa delivered to our buying stations.
| Grade | Base price | Certified premium | Certified total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade I (fermented, sun-dried) | 5,200 FCFA / kg | 300 FCFA / kg | 5,500 FCFA / kg |
| Grade II (fermented, sun-dried) | 3,210 FCFA / kg | 200 FCFA / kg | 3,410 FCFA / kg |
Prices effective from 10/1/2024 — reviewed regularly against the ICCO reference price.
Agronomy resources
Guides to help you get the most from your plot and meet our quality and compliance standards.
Fermentation & drying
Ferment beans in wooden boxes for 5–6 days, turning them every 48 hours, then sun-dry to 7% moisture or below. Well-fermented, evenly dried beans qualify for Grade I pricing and the best flavour development.
Pest & disease management
Inspect pods weekly for capsid damage and black pod disease, removing and burning infected pods promptly. Combining resistant varieties with timely pruning cuts losses without over-relying on chemical treatment.
Shade-tree agroforestry
Interplanting cocoa with native shade trees and fruit trees protects soil moisture, supports biodiversity, and can help your plot qualify for a Rainforest Alliance premium. Aim for 30–40% canopy shade cover.
Post-harvest storage
Store dried beans in breathable jute bags on pallets, off the ground and away from walls, in a dry, well-ventilated space. Re-check moisture before delivery — beans above 8% moisture are downgraded and risk mould.
EUDR-ready record keeping
Keep your plot's GPS boundary and harvest dates up to date with your cooperative — this is exactly the data used in our EUDR due-diligence packs and batch traceability lookup. Accurate records mean fewer delays at export and stronger proof of deforestation-free sourcing.