Peru: Ucayali producers export 50 tons of cocoa beans to Italy

11/17/2023 An important advance that contributes to the economic reactivation of agriculture, the Association of Organic Producers Selva Verde de Atalaya, located in the Ucayali region, achieved this Friday by exporting 50 tons of cocoa beans to Italy, between conventional and organic. This operation was achieved thanks to the implementation of the “Anchor Company” strategy, promoted by the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation, through Sierra y Selva Exportadora, which consists of supporting the commercial coordination of small and medium-sized agricultural organizations through of agro-export companies. Contract for 500 tons Two containers, each with 25 tons of cocoa beans, mark the beginning of a contract for 500 tons between the Atalaya producers association and the ICAM chocolate industry, with delivery of the 500 tons expected to be completed by the end of this year. The allied firm Nutry Body S.A.C. It is added with technical assistance in the production and ...