Discover the Finest Organic Cacao Products for Your Taste Buds
Indulge in the rich flavors and health benefits of our top-quality organic cacao products. Each bite is a pure delight!
Support Ethical Farming, Empower the Community
By purchasing cacao from Dadugba Cooperative, you are not only getting a high-quality product, but you are also supporting ethical farming practices and contributing to the economic development of the community.
Ethical Farming
We follow sustainable farming practices that prioritize the well-being of farmers and the environment.
Community Impact
Your purchase directly contributes to the economic development of the local community.
Supporting Local Farmers
We believe in the sustainable livelihoods of our farmers. By choosing our cacao, you are directly supporting local communities and helping to create a better future for them.
Fair Trade
We are committed to fair trade practices, ensuring that our farmers receive a fair price for their hard work. By supporting us, you are contributing to the improvement of local farmers' livelihoods.
High-Quality And Organic Forastero Cocoa Beans
Our high-quality, organic, and unconventional cocoa beans supply iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, manganese, potassium, zinc, and dietary fiber. A good source of protein as well. Consuming one cacao-rich chocolate bar daily helps decrease blood pressure. Heart disease can be avoided by using fermented cacao powder.
There are several benefits to adding forastero beans to goods. They have a strong flavor that works well for developing rich chocolate characteristics, and they may have health advantages as well, including helping to maintain blood sugar levels and heart health. Due to their reliable quality and flavor, these beans are in high demand on the international market.
Criollo Cocoa Beans
Whole cacao beans are a great choice for those looking for a wholesome snack rich in nutrients. Our Criollo Cacao Beans are carefully selected from the Criollo species, a unique variety native to Peru. Made with our unique fermentation and slow drying processes, we obtain a flavor and aroma like no other.
Discover a reliable and bulk criollo cocoa bean exporter, which is a great choice for a nutritious and wholesome snack. They are rich in nutrients and antioxidants, organically certified, and have a low fermentation for better taste and high nutritional value.
The fruit of the cocoa tree, the cocoa bean, is used to make cocoa powder. Growing in equatorial regions, the cacao tree yields cacao beans, which are used to make chocolate, among other things. It has eight minerals and is a good source of dietary fiber and proteins. The taste and flavor are unique.
100% Quality Organic Crude Palm Oil (PO) Supplier
Organic crude palm oil is a useful plant-based oil that comes from palm trees and is ideal to use for various industrial purposes. Our Organic Crude palm oil (PO) Supplier at Dadugba Cooperative extract the pulp of palm fruit, which is available at affordable prices.
There are many applications of palm crude oil, such as deep frying, shallow frying, and seasoning, that become important for ready-to-eat snacks and other food products. Organic crude palm oil varieties are identified by their processing techniques and quality categories, including CP12, CP10, and CP8.
Every variety has distinct qualities that make it appropriate for a range of uses, from the manufacturing of margarine to candies. The food industry favors this oil because of its room temperature stability and capacity to extend product shelf life.
The Kola Nut: A Bitter Bite Steeped in Tradition
The kola nut, a fruit native to West Africa, is more than just a bitter chew for Sierra Leonean farmers, especially those in the Dadugba cooperative. It's a cornerstone of culture, woven into daily life, religious practices, and social customs for centuries. Packed with caffeine and other stimulants, it fights fatigue and hunger, making it a favorite among laborers.
A Symbol of Hospitality and Respect:
· Presenting kola nuts to chiefs or guests signifies respect and hospitality.
· During ceremonies and rituals, kola nuts mark agreements, reconciliations, and welcomes.
· Even Ramadan features a special ginger ale flavored with kola nuts, a symbol of community and shared experience.
Beyond the Ceremony: Uses and Benefits
· Traditional medicine: Ground kola nut mixed with honey is believed to aid digestion and soothe coughs.
· Natural energy boost: The caffeine content in kola nuts helps with alertness and concentration.
· Textile dye: The Mandingo and Temne ethnic groups use ground kola nuts to create a natural brown dye for fabrics.
Dadugba's Double Harvest: Kola Nut and Cocoa
For Dadugba cooperative farmers, kola nut cultivation goes hand-in-hand with their primary crop – cocoa. The kola tree's large canopy provides much-needed shade for the delicate cocoa plants, fostering a sustainable intercropping system. This allows farmers to maximize their land use and potentially increase their income.
Kola Nut: A Local Treasure with Global Reach
Sierra Leone's southeastern regions (Kenema and Kailahun), where Dadugba is located, are particularly known for cultivating the Cola nitida variety (big kola nut) alongside coffee and cacao. The kola nut harvests happen twice a year, and a unique drying process involving banana or mango leaves ensures they can be stored and transported for extended periods. The exceptional flavor and texture (crisp rather than fibrous) of Sierra Leonean kola nuts attract traders from neighboring countries like Senegal, Guinea, and Mali.
A Global Connection, with Local Roots
While the kola nut's name might resemble a popular cola beverage, their connection is superficial. Unlike the processed syrups in those drinks, kola nuts offer a natural source of stimulants and hold deep cultural significance in Sierra Leone.
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