Sourcing Partners

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sourcing partners

We believe the people between the farm and the chocolate maker matter.

At our size, we aren't yet able to build direct relationships with every producer we purchase from. Instead, we intentionally work with sourcing partners whose values most closely align with our own—people who prioritize transparency, dignity, quality, and long-term producer prosperity.

Our commitment

Radical Transparency in Trade

Uncommon Cacao has been a pioneer in transparent trade, publicly sharing farmgate pricing and building long-term partnerships that help producer businesses thrive. They work with thousands of smallholder farmers across multiple origins and have become one of the most respected sourcing organizations in craft chocolate.

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Why we work with them:

Best-in-class pricing transparency

Long-term producer partnerships

Strong environmental and social values

Alignment with our belief that every person matters

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Building Prosperous Farming Communities

Meridian works directly with producers and farming organizations around the world, emphasizing transparency, environmental stewardship, and meaningful market access for farming communities.

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Why we work with them:

Direct relationships with producers

Commitment to dignity and fair labor practices

Transparency throughout the supply chain

Focus on long-term community prosperity

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pioneers of craft chocolate

For more than two decades, John Nanci and Chocolate Alchemy have helped thousands of makers enter the world of craft chocolate. His commitment to quality, education, and respect for producers has made him one of the foundational figures in modern bean-to-bar chocolate.

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Why we work with them:

Exceptional bean quality

Deep technical expertise

Strong respect for producers and craftsmanship

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Why We Choose Partners Carefully

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We don't believe trust is built through claims alone.

Today, our responsibility is to choose our partners thoughtfully—to work with people whose actions consistently reflect the values we hope to embody ourselves.

Tomorrow as we grow, we hope to do even more.

Every relationship matters. Every choice counts.