22/09/2026
Cocoa Research Centre (CRC), The University of the West Indies (The UWI), welcomed a delegation from Suriname from 14โ18 September 2026 for a five-day study visit under the IDB Lab Project SU-T1195 โ โNo Bean Left Behind.โ
The delegation included representatives from Tan Bun Skrati N.V. and CELOS, who explored the cocoa value chain through presentations, practical sessions, field visits and technical discussionsโfrom genetic resources and sustainable production to post-harvest processing, quality, sensory evaluation, chocolate making and value addition.
Visits to the International Cocoa Genebank Trinidad (ICGT), Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries cocoa research facilities at La Reunion Estate, CRCโs Cocoa Post-Harvest Innovation Facility and International Fine Cocoa Innovation Centre (IFCIC), as well as San Juan Estate, Ortinola Estate and Cocobel Chocolate Boutique provided further insight into research, production and innovation.
๐ซ๐ฑ CRC, The UWI is proud to support this growing regional partnership and the continued development of a stronger, more sustainable and quality-focused Caribbean cocoa sector.