Kota Marudu cocoa farmers shine with premium chocolate branding


KOTA KINABALU: Cocoa farmers in Sabah’s northern Kota Marudu district have reached a significant milestone with the launch of a premium dark chocolate made from 68% cocoa exclusively sourced from the region.

Named "Single Estate Kota Marudu Chocolate," the product was officially launched by Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin at a ceremony attended by Benns Ethicoa managing director Wilfred Ng and representatives from the Malaysian Cocoa Board.

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