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CACAO PROFILE

Category
Description
Product name
Cacao green beans
Scientific name and family
Theobroma cacao / Malvaceae Family
Species / Variety
Criollo (Chuncho) & Trinitario hybrid
Origin
Peru, Junin, Chanchamayo / Pichanaki Valley. Farms: Hacienda Fortaleza & Fundo Santa Maria
Harvest season and year
July, 2025
Availability / Capacity
2025: 200kg // May-June 2026: 2MT
Altitude (masl)
600 - 800 masl
Fermentation details
Duration: maximum 2 days // Fermentation in plastic buckets
Drying method
Dried on mesh and in the sun until ≤ 7.5% humidity
Bean count / 100 g
Average 77 beans / 100g (average)
Roast profile (if applicable)
Green or medium to caramel roast // High cocoa butter content with aromatic profile
Packaging
Jute sacks with GrainPro / Ecotact liner or airtight bags. 5kg - 60kg bags available
Storage and shelf life
Storage conditions: Relative Humidity: 60–70% RH // Temperature: 18–25 °C, cool and stable. // Ventilation: Well-aired to prevent condensation and insect infestation.
Social impact
Family farmer communities. Women participation initiatives
Certifications
Organic and Fair Trade certifications in progress. Expected by end of 2026
Logistics
Available Incoterms: EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP
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