Cocoa agroforestry plantation seen from the air

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Our partners

Cooperatives, NGOs, companies, government bodies and research institutes that bring Dynamic Agroforestry to the field with us.

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Our Partners

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. At ECOTOP, we partner with a diverse range of organizations, including NGOs, governmental organizations, private enterprises, academic institutions, and community groups.

Who we work with

Partners in the field and beyond

Farmer cooperatives, NGOs, government agencies, companies and research institutions. Each partner below has its own page on what we do together.

RePAB Cooperative

Based in the Allada plateau, RePAB is the national network representing over 1,600 smallholder pineapple farmers in Benin. As the...

SkillEd

SkillEd develops innovative digital learning tools designed specifically for rural and low-connectivity environments. By transforming Ecotop’s technical expertise into accessible,...

Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO)

The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) is a government agency that supports entrepreneurs, NGOs, and knowledge institutes in realizing international ambitions...

Barry Callebaut

Barry Callebaut is a leading global manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland. Established in 1996...

Inter-American Foundation

The Inter-American Foundation (IAF) is an independent U.S. government agency that supports grassroots development initiatives in Latin America and the...

Forclime

The Forest and Climate Change Programme (FORCLIME) is an initiative by the Indonesian and German governments aimed at reducing greenhouse...

Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)

The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a global organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife and natural ecosystems. Founded in...

Institute of field and vegetable crops in Novi Sad

The Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops (IFVCNS), based in Novi Sad, Serbia, is a renowned research institution dedicated to...

Vojvodina Organic Cluster

The Vojvodina Organic Cluster (VOC), established in 2014, is a dynamic association dedicated to advancing organic agriculture in the Vojvodina...

Tradin Organic

Tradin Organic is a global leader in sourcing and supplying certified organic ingredients, specializing in building sustainable value chains for...

Rapunzel

Rapunzel Naturkost is a leading German company specializing in organic and fair-trade food products. Established in 1974, Rapunzel is dedicated...

Helvetas Madagascar

Helvetas Madagascar is part of the global Helvetas network, a leading development organization dedicated to creating sustainable and inclusive solutions...

South Pole

South Pole is a globally recognized leader in climate action and sustainability solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Zurich,...

ZOOH!

Zoo Zurich, represented by its Zoo Foundation (ZOOH), is a key organization dedicated to wildlife conservation and environmental education. Established...

Nature and Development Foundation

Nature and Development Foundation (NDF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to balancing environmental conservation with sustainable development. Established in 2013...

MISEREOR

MISEREOR is a German development organization committed to combating poverty, promoting social justice, and supporting sustainable development worldwide. Founded in...

Caboz

Caboz is a sustainable cocoa initiative established in 2009 to create meaningful connections across the cocoa supply chain. By partnering...

International Trade Centre

The International Trade Centre (ITC) is a multilateral agency dedicated to fostering sustainable economic growth in developing countries through trade-related...

KUAPA KOKOO

Kuapa Kokoo is Ghana’s leading cooperative of smallholder cocoa farmers, dedicated to promoting fair trade, sustainability, and farmer empowerment. Founded...

Gebana

Gebana Switzerland is a pioneer in fair trade and organic farming, dedicated to building sustainable food supply chains. Founded in...

Fairtrade

Fairtrade is a global certification initiative dedicated to ensuring ethical and sustainable trade practices across various industries, particularly in agriculture...

Lindt Foundation

The Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) is a world-leading institute in organic agriculture, founded in Switzerland in 1973. With...

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is Ghana’s leading research institution dedicated to scientific innovation, technology development, and...

Instituto de Ecología

The Instituto de Ecología is a renowned research center based at the Universidad Mayor de San Andrés (UMSA) in Bolivia....

PIAF-El Ceibo

The PIAF-El Ceibo Foundation is a Bolivian organization dedicated to advancing sustainable cocoa farming and agroforestry systems. Originally established in...

Swisscontact

Swisscontact is a Swiss-based non-profit organization focused on inclusive economic development and sustainable agriculture. Founded in 1959, the organization works...

UNOCACE

UNOCACE (Unión de Organizaciones Campesinas Cacaoteras del Ecuador) is a second-tier cooperativerepresenting small-scale cocoa producers in Ecuador. Established in 1999,...

BioPartenaire

Biopartenaire is a French company specializing in the sourcing and distribution of organic and fair-trade agricultural products. With a strong...

European Union (EU)

The European Union (EU) collaborates with Ecotop through various programs and initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable development and environmental conservation....

Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)

The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) is Switzerland’s official governmental agency for international development and humanitarian aid. Operating...

Plantations Modernes de Côte d’Ivoire (PMCI)

Plantations Modernes de Côte d’Ivoire (PMCI) is a leading agricultural company in Côte d’Ivoire, specializing in coconut cultivation and processing....

Fredy’s Plantation

Fredy’s Plantation is an innovative agricultural initiative in Ivory Coast, dedicated to sustainable cocoa production and agroforestry. Founded by Fredy...

Dr. Bronner’s

Dr. Bronner’s is a family-owned company recognized for its commitment to organic, fair trade, and regenerative agriculture. Founded in 1948,...

Liechtensteiner Entwicklungsdienst (LED)

The Liechtensteiner Entwicklungsdienst (LED) is a foundation established by the government and people of Liechtenstein to support sustainable development worldwide....

Coop

Coop is one of Switzerland’s largest retail and wholesale companies, recognized for its strong commitment to sustainability, fair trade, and...

SWISSCO

The Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa (SWISSCO) is a multi-stakeholder initiative that brings together actors from the cocoa and chocolate...

Naturefund

Naturefund is a non-profit nature conservation organization founded in 2003, dedicated to purchasing and preserving land to protect diverse ecosystems...

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) is a German federal enterprise specializing in international cooperation for sustainable development and...

Delica AG

Delica AG is a Swiss company specializing in the development and production of high-quality food products, including coffee, chocolate, snacks,...

Bothapraku

Bothapraku Company Limited is a Ghanaian enterprise specializing in the cultivation and export of fresh and sun-dried organic citrus products....

Chocolats Halba

Chocolats Halba is a Swiss premium chocolate manufacturer known for its commitment to sustainability, fair trade, and high-quality chocolate production....

Forschungsinstitut für biologischen Landbau (FiBL)

The Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) is a world-leading institute in organic agriculture, founded in Switzerland in 1973. With...

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With ECOTOP’s guidance, we’ve implemented over 10 successful projects globally, transforming more than 1600 hectares of degraded lands into vibrant Dynamic Agroforestry systems. Their approach combines deep scientific knowledge with practical solutions that deliver significant results.

Petra HeidHead of Sustainability at HALBA

Petra Heid, Head of Sustainability at HALBA

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