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University of Reading student makes chocolate from cocoa grown on campus

1 hour ago · Originally published 4 Nov 2026 8/10 Original headline: Who needs a golden ticket? The race to future-proof chocolate - Positive News
Master's student Maha Khan has produced six chocolate bars using cocoa grown at the University of Reading's International Cocoa Quarantine Centre. The facility houses over 300 varieties of cocoa plants to help researchers develop crops that can better withstand climate change and disease, providing a vital resource for the future of global cocoa production.
Source: Positive.News Berkshire
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