Master Cacao Processing: Apply Now for Our Training in Rome

Join us by sending your application before 15 October 2024!

There is only one month left to submit your application for the training in cacao bean processing  for the 2025 Cacao of Excellence Awards at our cacao R&D Laboratory in Rome!

Are you an experienced cacao, bean-to-bar chocolate professional keen on learning about the cacao processing standards and protocols we abide by AND wanting to gain exposure to the incredible DIVERSITY of beans we receive from around the world? Do you want to strengthen your knowledge of cacao bean analysis and processing using stringent science-based approaches?

Join our lab team for a training by reaching out to our lab lead, Sebastian (S.Escobar@cgiar.org) and submitting your professional profile in English, French or Spanish. This is a unique experience in uncovering the vast flavour and mystery of the beloved cacao bean.  Registration is open until OCTOBER 15 2024.

 Requirements:

  • Active in the cacao sector
  • Basic cacao processing experience
  • 1-month minimum stay
  • Cover own expenses
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