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Direct Trade vs Fair Trade - Episode 20 cacao direct trade fair trade sourcing Jan 18, 2026

This episode discusses some differences between direct trade & fair trade. Dylan points out some of the issues we see with the current Fair Trade model and why direct trade works better for Mānoa C...

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Where to Buy Cacao Beans - Episode 19 cacao sourcing Jan 18, 2026

This episode discusses where to purchase quality beans. Sourcing is THE most important part of the bean-to-bar process, hence it is essential to find suppliers with quality cacao. It is optimal to ...

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Growing & Harvesting Cacao - Episode 09 cacao farming fermentation harvesting post-harvest Jan 18, 2026

Episode 9 transports you into a Waimanalo cacao orchard on the east side of Oahu, Hawaii. Dylan walks you through stages of cacao tree cultivation and harvesting its fruit. 

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Cracking & Winnowing Cacao - Episode 03 beans cacao cracking winnowing Jan 18, 2026



Although it is arguably the most simple step in the bean to bar process there are still many things to be wary of when winnowing. Enjoy!

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Cacao Bean Analysis - Episode 01 analysis beans cacao sourcing Jan 18, 2026

In this premiere episode of Craft Chocolate TV, we cover bean analysis, the most important step in creating delicious bean to bar chocolate.

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