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WCF Partnership Meeting
May 15, 2013
Twice yearly, around May/June and October, WCF hosts a Partnership Meeting & Roundtable Sessions for the international cocoa community, uniting the private and public sectors in a shared mutual interest in advancing cocoa sustainability. This event brings…Read More »
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WCF & Cocoa Industry Events
April 4, 2013
Upcoming WCF Partnership Meetings, Steering Committee Meetings & WCF Events: 23rd Partnership Meeting & Roundtable Sessions: Board Meeting: June 4, 2013 – Washington, DC 3rd Annual Benefit Gala: June 5, 2013 – Washington, DC 23rd Partnership Meeting & Roundtable…Read More »
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Nomination of Joseph Larrose as “Head of Sustainable Sourcing” for Groupe Touton
March 1, 2013
Dear All, Regarding significant development of Touton Sustainable Programs and efforts undertook by Touton towards a more sustainable supply chain in cocoa and coffee, we are pleased to inform you about Joseph Larrose’s appointment in the…Read More »
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The Economist’s Feeding the World Summit – January 30th, 2013
December 11, 2012
On January 30th 2013 in Amsterdam the most respected names from agribusiness, policy, international agencies, science and the NGO community will gather to explore opportunities to collaborate in delivering improved nutrition and sustainable agricultural markets. WCF…Read More »
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Ivorian First Lady Dominique Ouattara’s Speech at WCF MOU Signing
July 27, 2012
I am very happy to be with you today in Washington, DC for this meeting which testifies to our collective action against child trafficking and exploitation on cocoa plantations. First of all, I would like to…Read More »
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The Sweet Smell of Success: The History of Blommer Chocolate
July 20, 2012
The pungent aroma of roasting cocoa beans emanating from the Blommer Chocolate Company has tempted Chicagoans since 1939. Mike Auda of Blommer Chocolate will share the story of this family-run Chicago institution that has become the…Read More »
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World Cocoa Foundation Honors COCOBOD Boss
July 20, 2012
Accra, July 16, GNA – The World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) has honoured Mr Anthony Fofie, Chief Executive of Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), for his immense contribution towards cocoa sustainability in Ghana. Read the full article
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World Cocoa Foundation Annual Benefit Gala
June 8, 2012
Each year, the World Cocoa Foundation hosts a benefit gala that supports various cocoa programs. These galas allow the chocolate and cocoa community to show its support for programs involved with initiatives like youth education, or…Read More »