We work directly with farmers and cooperatives across the globe — from West Africa to Latin America — who share our values of ethical, sustainable cocoa production. Our supply chain is built on trust, transparency and the promise of fair pay. Many of our producers go beyond industry standards, using agroforestry, composting, and regenerative practices to nurture both the land and the livelihood of their communities.

We support and advocate for:

Fair and living incomes

Safe working conditions

Gender equity and youth empowerment

Access to training, tools and education

When possible, we partner directly with farms and post-harvest centres we've visited ourselves — including during our Chocolate Safaris®.

Zero Tolerance for Exploitation

We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy against slave labour, child exploitation, and human trafficking. We only work with producers who can demonstrate ethical labour practices and actively prevent abuses.

Whenever possible, we verify conditions on the ground — and we support organisations and certifications that fight modern slavery in the chocolate supply chain. We believe no one should suffer to make a luxury product.

Sustainability in Every Step

Our love for chocolate includes a love for the planet. We’re actively working to reduce our environmental impact through:

Recyclable

and compostable packaging

Waste-reduction in chocolate making

Carbon-conscious logistics

Supporting agroecological and biodiverse farming methods

We’re currently transitioning to a packaging suite that’s not just beautiful, but fully biodegradable or reusable.

Community Empowerment

Beyond the bean, we give back through education, mentorship and chocolate-based entrepreneurship. Whether it’s running workshops in West African villages or teaching young chefs in Yorkshire catering colleges, we believe in sharing skills and creating pathways to prosperity.

Our projects include:

Cocoa vinegar t

raining for secondary income

Outdoor forest cooking with local ingredients

Skills development for young chocolatiers

Public talks on ethical sourcing and flavour education

We also champion cocoa tourism as a way to shine a light on origin stories — and put more money into the hands of farming families.

Transparency & Accountability

We believe in honest labelling, clear storytelling, and open conversations. Whether you’re a customer, collaborator, or cocoa grower, we want you to feel confident in who we are and what we stand for.

We welcome questions — and we’re always happy to talk about the finer details of our sourcing and sustainability work. (Pop the kettle on and let’s chat.)

 

Innovation for Impact

Coeur de Xocolat is constantly exploring how chocolate can do more. From inventing new flavour formats like our Bee & Bean Collection (which champions Cridling Honey and cocoa waste reduction), to experimenting with natural colourants and zero-waste ganache methods, our work is about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible — without compromising on ethics or taste.

We believe innovation should support communities, protect heritage, and respect the earth.

Looking Ahead

By 2026, our goals include:

Moving 100% of our retail packaging to compostable or reusable formats

Expanding our farmer education programmes to two new regions

Launching a full impact report for our sourcing and sustainability practices

Every decision we make is guided by one question: Does it honour the hands that grew it, and the hearts that will enjoy it?

"At Coeur de Xocolat, we believe great chocolate should never come at the cost of people or the planet.

Our commitment to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and community empowerment is at the heart of every bar we craft."

If you’d like to learn more, collaborate, or just talk chocolate ethics over a brew, we’d love to hear from you.

please visit Coeur de Xocolat.