Deep in the lush Colombian jungle, the scent of rich soil and ripening cacao fills the air. This isn’t just a sourcing trip – it’s where stories are born, values take root, and real connections grow.
As the KaapKargo crew walked through winding farm trails, they were welcomed not just by the farmers, but by a small procession of curious pigs and a gentle donkey nodding hello in the shade. Here, life follows a slower rhythm – one shaped by nature, not the clock.
These farms aren’t monoculture plantations. They’re thriving ecosystems. Shade trees, cacao, coffee, bananas, and birds live side by side – grown organically and with care. A true family effort, built on local knowledge and deep respect for the land.
The crew from KaapKargo, sailing aboard Ide Min under the Mission Zero initiative in partnership with Fair Winds Collective, came to listen, to learn, and to share meals with the growers. It’s not just about sourcing high-quality beans – it’s about understanding where they come from and who makes it all possible. Huib, KaapKargo’s business manager, with his keen eye for quality, selects only beans that meet shared values: organically grown, fairly produced, and of the highest quality. The crew works with producers who prioritize good working conditions, respect, and sustainability.
The high-value partnerships created on land are directly transmitted to the wind-powered journeys aboard Ide Min, demonstrating a new way of trading: direct, transparent, human, and environmentally conscious.
When you enjoy KaapKoffie or Wild Child Cacao and Macao Movement chocolate, you’re tasting more than flavor. You’re part of a story that values care over speed, fairness over shortcuts, and connection over convention.
Set sail with us. Follow the journey. Be part of a movement that’s as delicious as it is meaningful.
Find the crew at @deCeuvel in Amsterdam, @WildChildCacao, or join the wind-powered voyage aboard Ide Min on a Mission Zero journey toward better trade — partners of Fair Winds Collective.
Fair winds. True stories. Real trade.
Peggy Engelmann
#PeggyMerkur 