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March 14, 2026AgricultureOpen Access

Cocoa Value Chains in the Brazilian Amazon: Between Agro-Extractivism and the Socio-Biodiversity Economy

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Qualitative analysis reveals distinct cocoa value chains in the Brazilian Amazon, suggesting sustainable farming routes within local development.

The aim is to explore interactions between agro-extractivism and the socio-biodiversity economy in cocoa value chains.
Qualitative analysis comparing bulk and fine-flavor cocoa value chains
Conducted semi-structured interviews with cocoa producers, buyers, and NGOs
Participant observation in cocoa-related events
Bulk cocoa chain aligns with agro-extractivist patterns
Fino cocoa chain shows potential for sustainable farming and improved commercial relations
Farmers are engaged in both cocoa chains as part of diverse livelihood strategies

Carbone et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Qualitative analysis reveals distinct cocoa value chains in the Brazilian Amazon, suggesting sustainable farming routes within local development.