Savour the sweet flavours of the Amazon with organic chocolate bars that support rainforest conservation. These 70% dark chocolate bars are paired with three sustainably-harvested rainforest treats, including Brazil Nut, Quinoa, Coconut, Amaranth, or Golden Berries, to create a healthy and natural snack.
USDA certified organic and Fair Trade, each 2.5oz (70gr) bar is hand-harvested by fair trade farmers in Peru. The Brazil nut tree, known for its towering height and long lifespan, is just one of the many treasures found in the Amazon rainforest. In Madre de Dios, one of the poorest regions in Peru, the collection and processing of Brazil nuts is a major industry, often leading to high rates of rainforest destruction.
Candela Peru, an alternative biotrade organization, works with 266 Peruvian farmers to harvest Brazil nuts in a socially and environmentally responsible manner, improving their way of living and promoting forest conservation in this biologically diverse region. In addition to creating steady work for rural families, the company helps small producers streamline their production chains and provides classes in forest management to educate farmers on sustainable forestry practices that offer financial reward. The company also developed an Organic Certification program in 2001, working with local producers to bring Peruvian Brazil nuts to the growing organic market