ACADEMIA DE CACAO
ACADEMIA DE CACAO IS OPEN
Don´t miss next edition, from May 22nd, to May 26th 2017.
The Academia de Cacao is a week-long, hands-on program focused on cocoa quality. You will learn how to assess and improve quality in cocoa from tree to bean: Genetics, Propagation techniques, Farm management techniques, Harvest and collection & Post-harvest practices (fermentation, drying, warehouse).
Program Outline for the next edition on May 22nd to 26th, 2017
Sunday
Arrival in Managua
Monday
Theory on cocoa origin, genetics and agronomy
Cocoa nursery, hands-on grafting
Tuesday
Visit of one young farm
Hike in ancient farms to discover the heirloom cocoa in Nicaragua
Wednesday
Day in Juan Flores’ farm
Thursday
Hands-on on harvest and collection in small farms.
Cocoa and chocolate tasting
Friday
Theory on post-harvest and microbiology
Hands-on on quality checks during post-harvest processing
Saturday
Optional sightseeing day – Departure
Cost
The cost of the 2017 Academia de Cacao program is US$1195 and includes accommodation, transportation within Nicaragua, meals, and the course text book.
For more information, please write to:
mb@ingemann.com.ni
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