Organic Trade & Investments (OTI), founded in Ghana in 2017, is redefining agribusiness by championing small‑scale producers, reviving artisanal traditions, and integrating ethical mechanization. From scaling shea butter and black soap production to commercializing fonio, OTI proves that innovation rooted in dignity and heritage can empower communities, create jobs, and position Africa at the forefront of sustainable global trade.

Industrial cannabis was meant to open new doors for Ghana’s farmers, but the current licensing regime risks shutting them out. With fees as high as USD 45,000 per hectare and restrictions that treat hemp like narcotics, smallholder farmers are priced out while foreign investors stand to benefit.