LOCATION & ENVIRONMENT

ABOUT LOCATION

Concept

We’re planting two micro plantations in the Chocolate Hills, Bohol and Antipolo, Philippines. 10,000 trees and growing!

Objective

Complete 12 hectares (30 acres) cocoa plantations and a micro chocolate factory (Phase 1) by end of 2023.

Location

Located in Center Visayas near Cebu, Bohol is about the size of Rhode Island. Known for beautiful beaches and distinct land features.

Chocolate Hills

A unique formation of over 1700 hills located in central Bohol. During the summer the hills turn a chocolatey brown.

Tourism

90 minutes from the International Airport, 1000’s of local and foreign tourists visit the area yearly.

CRIOLLO ENVIRONMENT

Sustainable

Existing farmland to preserve and propagate old-growth trees.

Electricity

Electric power available, Small overhead cable permitted from city. Requires further investment to make permanent.

Water

Water utility available (pump and hoses). Need to add concrete cistern and feed lines.

Road Access

Concrete road, 15 minute drive from highway, 10 minute walk on dirt road cutoff to property. Requires future development.

Security

Safe, no issue with daily visits. However located in the province, need to develop good relations with local Barangay.

Weather

Typhoons, flooding very unlikely, hills protect against high winds.