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Introduction – Understanding Portugal’s Reputation for Quality Cocoa Beans Let’s be real for a second—when you think of cocoa beans, Portugal probably isn’t the first country that pops into your head. Countries like Ivory Coast or Ghana? Sure. But Portugal? Not so much. Still, even though Portugal isn’t a major cocoa producer, it plays…

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Introduction – Delving into Indonesia’s Reputation for Quality Cocoa Powder If you’ve ever wondered where some of the world’s richest, most aromatic cocoa powder comes from, look no further than Indonesia. As the third-largest cocoa producer globally, Indonesia has carved out a solid reputation in the chocolate world. Its tropical climate, fertile volcanic soil,…

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Introduction – France’s Beans Market by the Numbers When we think of France, gourmet cuisine often comes to mind. But beyond the delicacies and wine, there’s a powerful engine of food exports humming in the background—especially when it comes to beans. France stands tall as one of Europe’s top players in the beans export…

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Introduction – Philippines’s Cocoa Powder Market in Statistical Focus The Philippines might not be the first country that comes to mind when you think of cocoa powder, but it’s steadily carving out a notable presence in the global market. With a growing export footprint and access to high-quality cocoa beans, this Southeast Asian nation…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Cocoa Beans Sector in Thailand Thailand’s Cocoa Beans market is buzzing with activity as we enter Quarter 3 of 2025. Recent policy reforms targeting agricultural exports, coupled with new bilateral trade agreements with major chocolate-importing countries like Japan and Germany, have positioned Thailand as a rising star…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Chocolate Sector in Italy Italy’s chocolate industry is in the midst of a major transformation. From skyrocketing cocoa prices to changing consumer preferences and evolving EU regulations, the sector is seeing significant turbulence and opportunity. Whether you’re a gourmet buyer, a small retailer, or a global distributor,…