Donny Rogers, Director of the Agricultural Society of Trinidad and Tobago, alongside Agricultural Consultant, joins us to discuss the newly launched Trinitario Cocoa Certification Trademark and its significance for the local cocoa industry.
In this interview, he explains what the certification entails, why it is important for protecting Trinidad and Tobago’s globally recognised Trinitario cocoa, and how it moves the industry from reputation to verifiable, competitive standards.
The conversation also examines what the certification means for farmers in practical terms, the potential for improved prices and access to premium markets, the role of traceability and standards enforcement, and how the initiative supports broader national goals for agricultural growth and foreign exchange earnings.