Carma has become the first major Swiss business-to-business chocolate manufacturer to switch its full range of Swiss Top and Swiss Line chocolate couvertures to UTZ-certified cocoa.
The move means that Carma – a Barry Callebaut brand – will source cocoa beans produced in a sustainable way within farmer cooperatives, generating greater income and leading to better livelihoods for the farmers involved and their families.
UTZ Certified executive director Han de Groot said: “The UTZ program enables farmers to learn better farming methods which empowers farmers to increase their productivity, generate more income and take better care of their children and the environment. As the first major manufacturer of gourmet chocolate couvertures for professionals in Switzerland to source exclusively from UTZ certified suppliers, Carma demonstrates leadership in sustainability.”
Thomas Hagmann, managing director of Carma and Barry Callebaut Switzerland, added: “Sustainable cocoa will make a positive impact on thousands of cocoa farmers. Opting for Carma’s couvertures is a wise choice. Not only does it offer great taste and the traditional attributes of Swiss chocolate; but our customers can now also tell end consumers that by enjoying their chocolate, they support sustainable cocoa farming. This is the claim many consumers are looking for.”
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