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Blanc Superérieur (34% cocoa butter), Noir Spécial (73% cocoa), Supérieur au Lait (34% cocoa) and Noir Supérieur (47% cocoa)]]
The Malagasy cocoa, also known as "green gold" of [[Sambirano]], has in recent years gained a reputation for quality amongst chocolate experts. However, Malagasy cocoa production is remains relatively small-scale in comparison to other major cocoa exporting nations.
Chocolaterie Robert is a major contributor to the local economy, providing employment for about 120 independent farmers and up to 200 factory workers. The company operates both as a cocoa bean processor and chocolate manufacturer, using 500 tons of the total 4,000 to 5,000 tons annual cocoa production in Madagascar.
