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.