In this episode, Project Offbeat learns about the career of a cocoa farmer thru its conversation with Auro Chocolate's community development officer Arcel Manaig, cocoa partner farmer Johnmark Zaragosa, and Davao representative Julinee Garzon.
The episode covers the day to day life of a cocoa farmer, the concept of organic farming (pros and cons), and an insider look on premiere chocolate brand Auro's emphasis on community building.
List of questions include:
What's your day-to-day being a cocoa farmer?
How many partner farmers does Auro Chocolate have?
How does Auro Chocolate train farmers in organic farming?
What makes 'single origin' different in chocolates?
Difference between local vs international cocoa
What is a smallholder farmer?
How do you determine the % breakdown of chocolate?
Talk to us about the farming technologies Auro Chocolate use
What part of the farming process you enjoy most?
How do you know cocoa is fit for nibs, powder or bars?
Talk to us about the livelihood programs Auro Chocolate provide
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