Walking a cocoa farm with cooperative members

About the program

A traceability record built with the cooperatives, not about them

Building trust through transparency. I-TREK is Kalara Borneo's public traceability record for cocoa from Borneo, built with RINTIK.

Our Mission

To provide complete transparency in the cocoa supply chain, ensuring that every bean can be traced from farm to buyer. We are committed to supporting sustainable farming practices, fair compensation for farmers, and environmental protection.

Our Vision

A world where every chocolate product can be traced to its origin, where farmers receive fair value for their work, and where cocoa production contributes to thriving communities and healthy ecosystems.

Core Values

Transparency

Open and honest communication at every stage of the supply chain.

Sustainability

Environmental protection and long-term ecosystem health.

Fairness

Equitable treatment and fair compensation for all stakeholders.

Integrity

Verifiable data and third-party audited processes.

Program History

How the record was built, one cooperative and one certification at a time.

Program Launch

2020

Pilot farms onboarded, introducing GPS-tagged plots and digital documentation for the first time.

Regional Expansion

2021

Expanded to further regions, achieved Fairtrade certification, and launched farmer training programs.

Certification Milestones

2022

Received Organic and Rainforest Alliance certifications, with a digital verification system behind every lot.

Scale & Impact

2023

Full traceability implementation across the cooperative network, alongside sustainability initiatives on water use and deforestation-free sourcing.

Present Day

2024

Complete end-to-end traceability, partnerships with international buyers, and EUDR compliance.

Key Stakeholders

A cooperative farming group gathered on their land

Farmers

Smallholder farmers registered in our program receive:

  • Fair pricing above market rates
  • Training and technical support
  • Access to certification programs
  • Community development benefits
Finished Kalara Borneo chocolate products

Buyers & Partners

International buyers and partners gain:

  • Complete supply chain visibility
  • Verified sustainability credentials
  • Regulatory compliance assurance
  • Brand reputation enhancement
Forest bordering the cocoa growing area

Certification Bodies

We work with leading certification organizations:

  • Fairtrade International
  • Organic certification bodies
  • Rainforest Alliance
  • Independent auditors

Our Commitment

We are committed to continuous improvement, expanding our program to more farms, enhancing our technology infrastructure, and setting new standards for supply chain transparency in the cocoa industry. Together with our partners, we're building a sustainable future for cocoa production.