In Venezuela, Plantations of Cacao Stir Bitterness – NYTimes.com

The NYTimes had an interesting story of the politics of cacao production in Venezuela.  Known for unique, high-quality cacao prized by chocolate makers throughout the world, the Venezuelan cacao industry is wrought with land, labor and bureaucracy issues, some of which lead to thievery and murder.

In Venezuela, Plantations of Cacao Stir Bitterness – NYTimes.com.

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