Soil health directly correlates with cacao yield, bean quality, and tree longevity. Regular soil testing (recommended annually) helps optimize pH levels (ideal range: 5.5-6.8) and identify specific nutrient deficiencies. Cover cropping with legumes can add 50-100kg of nitrogen per hectare annually while improving soil structure. Strategic application of compost and organic mulches increases beneficial microbial activity and water retention capacity. These practices not only boost production but also build climate resilience by improving your soil’s carbon sequestration capacity and drought resistance, creating long-term farm sustainability.
Tropical Cacao – Sustainable Chocolate
Cultivating Quality Cacao, Empowering Communities, and Crafting Excellence in Chocolate