THE 2021 BEST 50 COCOA PRODUCERS ANNOUNCED

Cocoa of Excellence completed the blind evaluation of the 235 cocoa bean samples received from 53 origins for this 2021 Edition.

Cocoa of Excellence completed the blind evaluation of the 235 cocoa bean samples received from 53 origins for this 2021 Edition. We are pleased to announce the producers selected as part of the best 50.  The 2021 Cocoa of Excellence Awards (WGold, Silver, Bronze) will be announced at the Virtual Ceremony on 16 December 2021.

This and last year have been particularly challenging for cocoa producers. We congratulate all producers for having been selected at the national level to represent their origin. The quality of samples increases at each Edition. We appreciate the hard work of all participating producers to produce high quality.

Visit this page for more information

Latest News

Cacao of Excellence Names 50 Highest-Ranking Cacao Producers in 2025 Global Evaluation

Amsterdam, 20 February 2026 – The Cacao of Excellence programme of the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT has concluded its 2025 Edition,… [+ more]

2025 Bronze, Silver and Gold best 50 producers - Central America and the Caribbean

Central America & the Caribbean Announced 20 February 2026 at the Chocoa Trade Fair, Amsterdam The Central America & the Caribbean distinctions… [+ more]

2025 Bronze, Silver and Gold Best 50 producers - South America

South America Announced 20 February 2026 at the Chocoa Trade Fair, Amsterdam South America’s results reflect performance within the 2025 Edition,… [+ more]