We are happy to announce our partnership with Burkinature, a local processor and exporter of organic sesame seeds. Together, we offer a fully traceable supply chain for organic sesame oil. This collaboration allows us to tell an honest story: from seed to oil. Our goal is to create a chain that supports everyone involved by exchanging knowledge and resources, and by ensuring that earnings flow back into the local community. Want to learn more about the product behind this story? You can find our sesame oil on the website.
Our project
Burkinature is a processor and exporter of organic sesame seeds. At their facility in Ouagadougou, seeds are collected from the fields and cleaned to a purity of more than 99%. Residues such as small stones and leaves are removed during this process.
Burkina Faso may not be the first country that comes to mind when thinking of organic sesame, but the Sapouy region (green circle on the map) is well-known for its agriculture, and it’s where our sesame seeds are grown. From the start of the planting season, field managers assist farmers with sowing seeds and sharing knowledge about how to treat the fields and tools for harvesting. Our partnership with Burkinature allows us to contribute to this story by bringing knowledge, tools, and resources back into the local communities.
Visiting the fields
Earlier this year, Timo and Stefan traveled to Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. During this visit, we spoke with cooperatives representing local farmers and families to better understand the current challenges in sesame farming. Key issues include the need for financial support, better insect control tools, and improved local storage facilities. We take these insights seriously and are incorporating them into our long-term planning. Together with Burkinature, we’re committed to finding the right solutions for a sustainable future.
A shared vision
Burkinature is a family-run business and a market leader in organic sesame seeds. They work with farmers across the country and have built a strong network over the years. After harvest, the seeds are stored locally and then transported to the processing facility in Ouagadougou, where the seeds are cleaned and packed for export. This approach ensures full traceability.
Through this collaboration, we aim to make a positive impact—locally and within the wider sector. Resources, knowledge, and revenue return to the communities that make this product possible.
Exactly what you’d expect from the new generation of oil producers.
