What Surprised Forest Feast About Working With HPW (And Why It Changed Everything)
For more than 25 years, Forest Feast has been delighting snack lovers with a bold mission: to craft treats that make your mind marvel and your mouth water. They call themselves “trailblazers of treats” for good reason: Their team of explorers and innovators who travel the world in search of the finest fruits, nuts, and chocolates, transforming them into snacks that are as irresistible as they are responsibly sourced.
At HPW, we are proud to be part of their journey. Forest Feast sources dried mango, dried pineapple, and coconut through HPW, three of our flagship products grown and processed with care in West Africa.
So, what makes this partnership so special? We asked Forest Feast directly.
Why HPW? Shared Values, Shared Vision
“From the start, we were drawn to HPW because their values aligned closely with ours, especially around ethical sourcing, quality, and continuous improvement,” the Forest Feast team told us. “They’re open-minded, collaborative, and always ready to innovate. That’s exactly the kind of partnership we were looking for.”
What Sets HPW Apart
Working with HPW, Forest Feast says, feels different:
● Transparency and consistency in every step
● A proactive, communicative team
● True commitment to excellence in both products and relationships
“It gives us peace of mind, which is invaluable in a complex supply chain,” they shared.
Planning with Confidence
HPW’s season forecasts have become a crucial tool for Forest Feast. With reliable insight into harvest fluctuations, they can plan production and inventory more effectively, minimizing disruptions and keeping the treats flowing smoothly. (To sign up to our forecasts, simply click here.)
A Relationship Built Over Time
The partnership goes back more than a decade. “I first met Hans Peter in 2010 when we began trading dried mango,” Forest Feast recalls. “A friendship grew alongside the trading relationship, and I visited HPW’s Ghana site in 2013. I was impressed by the honesty, integrity, and ambition that mirrored our own values.” Since then, the bond has only deepened. Through industry ups and downs, HPW and Forest Feast have remained mutually supportive, building trust and resilience over the years.
Opening New Doors
One surprise along the way? Discovering Ghana as a reliable source of dried fruit. “Before working with HPW, we weren’t aware of any consistent supply from West Africa. The faster shipping time to Europe, superb quality, and HPW’s early focus on sustainable energy and farmer engagement made the decision to partner with them an easy one.”
Looking Ahead Together
Today, Forest Feast continues to innovate with confidence, knowing their priorities - quality, transparency, sustainability, and innovation - are matched by their partner.
“HPW understands what matters to us. They deliver on all fronts, which makes them an ideal long-term partner. Their entrepreneurial spirit mirrors our own and we like that!”