Organic
At Pacari, we are concerned with the sustainability of the ecosystem within Ecuador. We believe that business, especially in a developing country like ours, has a duty to support healthy and environmentally sound production. Over the past few decades, we have seen significant growth in non-organic agriculture, which can cause irreparable damage to the environment as well as the health of the farm workers.

Using organically produced ingredients ensures that no harm is done to the environment during the growing process. Organics also protect all of our health -- both of the workers who grow the ingredients, and our customers who enjoy our chocolates.

In an effort to promote the use of sustainable and organic agriculture, Pacari only purchases from 100% organic farms. All farms from which Pacari sources its products are certified by USDA Organic and EU Organic Regulation 2092/91.

Fair Trade
We work directly with small scale farmers, not middle men, to ensure that they are fairly compensated for their products. We pay a significant premium over market prices to ensure that the producers capture sufficient value for their hard work.

We are located within a few hour´s drive from most of our producers, and we work closely with them to help improve their organic agriculture processes and bean quality. Because we have been able to build a trusted business relationship, and provide advisory services as part of our business partnership, we have developed long term commitment with each of our producers.

We also ensure that our producers are pay fair wages and follow strict guidelines on working conditions for their farm laborers in keeping with Fair Trade practices. Some of our producers are already Fair Trade certified by Fairtrade Labeling Organization (FLO).