We source only from established, pre-existing farmland. None of our partner farms involve forest clearance. All farms are geo-referenced and verified against deforestation databases.
We actively promote agroforestry practices among our partner farmers — intercropping cocoa with shade trees, fruit trees and timber species to restore biodiversity and soil health.
Processing operations at SOGECAF adhere to responsible water management practices, minimising consumption and ensuring proper treatment of process water.
We run a cocoa pod husk recycling programme converting post-harvest waste into organic compost for use on partner farms — reducing synthetic fertiliser dependence.
We consistently pay above market floor prices to all 200+ smallholder farmers in our network — providing reliable income security and incentivising quality cultivation.
Our team delivers Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) training programmes covering post-harvest handling, fermentation, drying and pest management to improve both yield and quality.
We provide access to certified planting materials, organic fertilisers and technical guidance to affiliated farmers — improving productivity without environmental harm.
We actively promote women's participation in cocoa farming, cooperative leadership and business management — addressing a historically male-dominated sector.
NGOUM & SONS GLOBAL TRADE LTD maintains an absolute zero-tolerance policy towards child labour throughout our entire supply chain, in accordance with ILO Convention No. 138 (Minimum Age Convention) and the Harkin-Engel Protocol on the elimination of the worst forms of child labour in cocoa production.
Regular monitoring and verification is conducted across all farms in our network. Any cooperative or farmer found in breach of this policy is immediately removed from our supply chain.
We supply Grade 2 and Premium Fermented cocoa beans directly to chocolate manufacturers, traders and cooperatives worldwide. FOB, CIF and CFR available from Port of Douala.
