All chocolate begins with cocoa beans, the fruit of the cacao tree. The tree, Theobroma cacao, produces pods that hold cacao beans. These trees grow only in tropical regions around the world. The Ivory Coast in West Africa is the largest producer of cocoa beans.

Responsible Cocoa

Chocolate companies are actively involved in cocoa-growing regions of the world to help assure a quality cocoa supply that is grown sustainably and responsibly.

Chocolate & Health Facts

Chocolate lovers can take heart in the growing body of research that shows this favorite food is packed with high-quality polyphenol antioxidants.

Chocolate & Cocoa Resources

We're finding out new and exciting information related to cocoa and chocolate every day.