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New Technology Partnership for Enhanced Traceability, Better Data Management, and Improved Impact Assessment
ECOSHIFT recently entered a new technology partnership with Orijin to strengthen the services we provide to our smallholder partner farms.
Tim Morch
Jan 305 min read
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Standardized Adoption Observations for an Effective Farm Development Plan
ECOSHIFT produces premium Thai cocoa, sustainably grown and ethically sourced, to benefit farmers, chocolatiers, and the environment.
Tim Morch
Oct 17, 20247 min read
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Track That Bean: Traceable Chocolate
Introducing the "SustainaBar" - Thailand’s First Fully Traceable Chocolate ECOSHIFT , PRIDI Cacaofevier , and Boo’s Single Estate Cocoa...
Linda C.
Jun 28, 20242 min read
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ECOSHIFT Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Chulalongkorn University
We are proud to announce that ECOSHIFT has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Chulalongkorn University’s School of...
Linda C.
Jun 14, 20243 min read
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Harnessing EUDR Compliance to Benefit Smallholder Cacao Farmers in Thailand
EUDR compliance presents a unique opportunity to empower smallholder cacao farmers in Thailand by building sustainable supply chains.
Linda C.
Mar 14, 20245 min read
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"Chocolaté - Le goût amer de la culture du cacao" (Chocolate - The bitter taste of the cocoa culture)
Last October, I had the privilege of meeting Samy Manga, who generously autographed his book "Chocolaté - Le goût amer de la culture du...
Linda C.
Feb 9, 20242 min read
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Impacting Smallholder Farmers: A Sustainable Model for Traceability, Verification, and Compliance
Strategies to stimulate sustainable agricultural production for smallholder farmers, workers, their families, and communities are critical.
Linda C.
Jan 11, 20247 min read
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How Technology Can Provide Transparent and Verifiable Supply Chain Data
Unverifiable claims and opaque supply chains dupe consumers who are willing to pay more for sustainable products.
Linda C.
Oct 29, 20236 min read
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Kad Kokoa - Sustainability, Expertise, Experience
This August, Linda met Kad Kokoa’s COO, Leo Sebag. Leo has developed and implemented workflow strategies using an enterprise resource...
Linda C.
Sep 22, 20233 min read
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Pai Seedlings Foundation - Soil Management and Crop Diversity
Helping farmers restore their soil biology will increase their profits and grow food harmoniously with nature.
Linda C.
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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A New Generation of Smallholder Cacao Farmers Re-thinks Sustainability in Chantaburi
Alongside cacao, sustainable agriculture is also gaining momentum in Thailand.
Linda C.
Aug 13, 20234 min read
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Skugga Estate
Deep in the hills of Chiang Mai, the inquisitive traveller can find many hidden gems. Near the village of Baan Pok, Skugga Estate...
Linda C.
Aug 7, 20231 min read
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Sanguan Farm and Tarm Chocolate – Improving Local Cacao Quality for Better Chocolate Products
Lamphun, in northwestern Thailand, is renowned for its rugged natural beauty. The verdant hills and valleys are home to Sanguan Farm,...
Linda C.
Aug 5, 20232 min read
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It’s a Family Affair - FarmaONE Garden and RESPECT Corner
Our Founder Linda is in northern Thailand this week, connecting with more smallholder cocoa farmers. She shared an afternoon at FarmaONE...
Linda C.
Aug 2, 20233 min read
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Meeting cacao farmers and leading researchers - Chumphon Horticultural Research Center (CHRC)
ECOSHIFT is on the ground in Thailand, meeting cacao farmers and leading researchers. On July 25, Linda Chevrier met Ms. Orathai...
Linda C.
Jul 27, 20231 min read
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Empowering Smallholder Farmers with Self-Sovereign Identity
Self-sovereign identity lets people own and control a verified digital identity without relying on centralized authorities.
Linda C.
Jul 7, 20236 min read
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A Fair Living Wage Creates Opportunities for Smallholder Farmers
Did you know that 75% of the world's poor are farmers? It’s a staggering stat to remember the next time you're at the local farmers market.
Linda C.
May 5, 20236 min read
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Boots on the Ground
We live in a virtual world. Work from home, work from away, and digital nomads define the age. There are plenty of positive impacts, from...
Linda C.
Mar 23, 20233 min read
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Re-think Sustainability with Inclusive, Transparent Initiatives
The UN SDGs, already agreed upon by member nations, provide an inclusive, functional framework to build a sustainable future.
Linda C.
Oct 2, 20225 min read
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Using Blockchain to Build a Transparent, Sustainable Business
When people think of blockchain, they think of cryptocurrency. Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and others are capturing headlines around the...
Linda C.
Sep 20, 20223 min read
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