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Description of activity
Organic Trade and Investments (OTI) is an export-trading and agri-business company headquartered in Ghana that aggregates, supplies and ships organic and natural agricultural products for international buyers. Working with more than 12,000 farmers and local manufacturers across seven country offices, OTI focuses on non-GMO semi-finished commodities and value-chain services that reduce post-harvest loss and connect small-scale producers with global markets.
Key offerings and product categories:
- Organic unrefined shea butter and natural cocoa butter
- Dried botanicals and herbs such as hibiscus, moringa powder, and neem powder
- Pulses and specialty cereals with an emphasis on gluten-free fonio and Bambara beans
- Natural personal-care ingredients (African black soap, natural herb powders)
- Cold-pressed seed oils, paradise seeds, and spices
Capabilities and value proposition:
- Export trading and supply: shipping to over 40 countries as a reliable supplier of bulk organic and natural products
- Supply-chain enablement: digitalized operations across the agribusiness value chain to improve market linkage, reduce post-harvest losses, and streamline procurement for buyers
- Smallholder integration: programs and partnerships aimed at promoting small-scale farmers and local producers
Why partner with OTI:
- Established presence in West Africa with a Ghana headquarters and regional offices
- Large supplier network (reported engagement with 12,000+ farmers and manufacturers)
- Focus on organic, non-GMO and specialty African commodities suited for food ingredient, cosmetics, and ingredient sourcing
Suitable B2B opportunities include bulk procurement, long-term supply agreements, private-label ingredient sourcing, and partnerships that require traceable, organically produced African commodities.