the hands behind every bar
transportation
Great cacao doesn't simply travel, it must be protected every step of the way.
Between the farmer who grows it with care and the chocolate maker who transforms it with skill stand the guardians of the journey.
They protect the work, the livelihoods, and the reputations on both sides of the ocean.
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what's at stake...
For the Farmer
A damaged or delayed shipment can mean lost income, canceled premiums, and a reputation that took years to build.
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For Wesley's Cocoa Farm
It can mean ruined recipes, disappointed customers, lost time, and a reputation that is hard to recover.
one container, many guardians
Protecting quality across thousands of miles.
1. Co-op
San Martín, Peru
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2. collection
3. warehouse
4. port of origin
Callao, Peru
5. ocean freight
Pacific Ocean
6. port & customs
Newark, NJ
7. warehouse / broker
Pennsauken, NJ
8. domestic transport
Coppell, TX
9. wesleys cocoa farm
threats along the way
Moisture & Mold
High humidity can ruin a container in days.
unwanted odors
Cacao absorbs odors from nearby cargo easily.
temperature
Extreme heat or cold can affect quality and flavor.
washed out roads
Floods and landslides can delay shipments for weeks.
missed vessel
One delay can push delivery back by weeks.
documentation delays
Paperwork errors can hold containers at customs.
port congestion
Congestion or strikes can cause costly delays.
pests & contaminates
Improper storage can invite insects or contamination.
rough handling
Improper handling can break beans and bags.
Every bag of cacao carries someone's livelihood and reputation.
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Coppell, Texas 75019
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Friday - Saturday
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