Traceability: Fundo Maranatha's commitment to transparency and quality

In today's global market, traceability has become the most powerful tool to build trust. It is not just about knowing where a product comes from, but about guaranteeing its full story. For us, meeting these standards is essential to ensure that our cacao is sustainable and of the highest quality.

1. Exact origin: our location on the map

Transparency begins with a point on the map. Our cacao plot is located in San José de Sisa, El Dorado, San Martín, Peru. We are not a collective or a cooperative: it is this farm, these hectares, these trees.

• Coordinates: 6°35'26.4"S 76°39'56.6"W
• Location: San José de Sisa, El Dorado, San Martín, Peru

2. Full control of the supply chain

Unlike industrial models, at Fundo Maranatha we have eliminated the links that usually dilute quality:

• We do not buy from collectors: we only process and sell the beans we cultivate ourselves.
• Own transport management: we manage the transport ourselves, ensuring there is no cross-contamination or mixing of lots.
• No resellers: by owning the entire chain, we ensure that the benefit reaches directly from the field to your table.

3. Conservation and respect for the Amazon

Our environmental commitment is real and verifiable:

• We preserve our forests: in addition to productive areas, we protect forest areas and virgin woodlands. We align with the guidelines of the EU Regulation on Deforestation-free Products, the most demanding international standard for forest sustainability.
• No deforestation for planting: our cacao grows in responsibly managed areas, respecting the balance of the Amazon ecosystem.

4. Fine aroma genetics and expansion

We cultivate 3 selected cacao varieties, of which 2 are recognized as fine aroma by the ICCO (International Cocoa Organization). By not mixing our cacao with beans from unknown origins, we ensure a superior and consistent flavor profile in every lot.

Coming soon: in the second half of 2026, we will expand production with an additional variety selected specifically for its fine aroma profile.

5. Social commitment: our team

We understand that Fundo Maranatha's success depends on the wellbeing of those who work the land. We focus on fair treatment and benefits for our team, because a valued worker produces better cacao. This principle is part of our traceability: the story of our cacao includes the hands that care for it.

6. Artisanal post-harvest process

We keep a detailed record of every stage. The post-harvest process is where quality is gained — or lost:

• Fermentation: 6 to 7 days in wooden boxes, turning the beans at precise times to develop complex aromas and reduce the natural astringency of raw cacao.
• Drying: 2 to 3 days under direct sunlight on raised beds, achieving perfect moisture naturally, without artificial accelerants.

The result of this process is the foundation of all our products. If you want to experience it in its purest form, our 100% natural cocoa paste is the most concentrated expression: fermented, roasted and ground on the farm with no additives.

7. Origin-based fair trade: a direct relationship

For us, fair trade is not a label you buy: it is a daily practice. By not buying from collectors or selling through intermediaries, we achieve two fundamental things:

• For you: an honest price for high-quality cacao, without the extra costs added by intermediaries.
• For the farm: the ability to reinvest directly in the land and improve the lives of our team.

Buying from Fundo Maranatha means ensuring that the value of the product stays where it is born: in the field and in the hands of the producer.

Visit us

Traceability is also in-person. We invite you to visit us in San José de Sisa to see our production model — the trees, the fermentation boxes, the sun drying — by scheduling a date in advance. Message us on WhatsApp to book.