On November 5th, Organic Trade and Investments (OTI) posted on their social media pages that the Company will be participating in what is described as “the biggest virtual gathering of the food and beverage industry in 2020" Fi Europe CONNECT. The two-week virtual fair is bringing more than 27,000 visitors together and will be hosting over 1,700 suppliers expected to showcase a little bit over 15,000 varieties of food and beverage ingredients from all corners of the world. Organic Trade and Investments, who is a beneficiary-member of the SheTrades in Commonwealth project since 2017, has expressed appreciation to the International Trade Center for their continuous support: “OTI is grateful for this opportunity,” says Josephine Ekuwa Saighoe, the newly appointed Communications Assistant . “This will help increase our brand awareness and showcase the superior functionality of our highly sought-after organic products that are produced for culinary, confectionary, cosmetic and pharmaceutical companies,” adds Saighoe. There has been a call for global distributors, exporters, importers, traders, and retailers to grasp their free tickets online and to stop by Organic Trade and Investments' organic pavilion for business engagements with OTI Representatives who will be at the virtual fair from November 23 to December 4 . “We hope to network with other like-minded businesses for mutually beneficial partnerships. There are a couple of business meetings scheduled already for week one of the event,” unveils Josephine Ekuwa Saighoe. OTI certified organic Shea butter for food grade and OTI gluten-free white Fonio grains are on display at Fi Europe CONNECT 2020 . The Company has stated that though their exhibitor’s subscription package allows for a maximum of two F&B ingredients in the product list, prospect clients are however welcome to make enquiries on any other products on sale in OTI eStore or listed in the Company's products datasheet . #FiEuropeCONNECT2020 #OrganicTradeInvestments #FoodIngredientEurope #FoodFairEurope2020

Ms. Josephine Ekuwa Saighoe is a young and dynamic Communications Professional who brings with her the experience of developing and implementing communications strategies. She has taken advantage of the opportunities of experiences gained in the corporate world to make certain of continuous growth. Josephine holds a B.A and an Mphil both in English from University of Cape Coast and University of Ghana respectively. She joins the OTI family to manage internal and external communications and devise optimal approaches to reach target audiences. Ekuwa, as she likes to be called, is an avid reader, a football enthusiast, and likes to meet new people. "We are happy to welcome Ekuwa. Her appointment is quite timely, says Esthy Asante, CEO of Organic Trade and Investments. On November 2, 2020 Josephine Ekuwa Saighoe joins a team of dedicated professionals who work assiduously to promote Ghanaian and African organic products internationally. Organic Trade and Investments believes that Ekuwa's depth of experience and knowledge will complement the Company's growing team of professionals.

Ghana is one of the countries in West Africa that grows and harvests Fonio . Unlike other countries in the region, Ghana grows the ' white ' Fonio , only. The texture and appearance is similar to garri, couscous or quinoa. But unlike quinoa, Fonio contains more amino acids, which is good for pregnant women. Gradually –and finally – the world is getting to know about and appreciate Fonio, once again. Known as the ‘Grain of Life’ or the ‘Hungry Rice,’ Fonio is the smallest and one of the oldest grown and harvested grains throughout West Africa. The grain, which used to be part of the diet of West Africans in the 1970’s became very unpopular –for whichever reason –in the mid 1990’s. Fonio is among the 25 forgotten crops, which is now being rediscovered for its many health benefits. Naturally 100% gluten-free, Fonio is full of Vitamin B and rich in calcium, magnesium, and zinc. It helps strengthen hair and nails, and build strong bones and teeth, and controls diabetes. It also provides energy, detoxes the liver, and prevents anemia. Containing a significant amount of fiber, the ‘Grain of Life’ reduces constipation and bloat. Fonio improves heart health, as it is a low homocysteine food. Ghana is one of the countries in West Africa that grows and harvests Fonio. Unlike other countries in the region, Ghana grows the ‘white’ Fonio, only. The texture and appearance is similar to garri, couscous or quinoa. But unlike quinoa, Fonio contains more amino acids, which is good for pregnant women. Fonio is very easy to prepare. The Fonio grain can be prepared as a breakfast cereal (porridge) or as a principal meal (rice or couscous) – it is usually accompanied with vegetable stews or spicy sauce. Fonio can also be used in salads or eaten as a side dish. The Fonio grain is milled into flour, which is often mixed with wheat flour for baking. It is also proven that the indigenous people of the Northern part of Ghana have always used Fonio grain to brew beer. Below is a flowchart of how Organic Trade & Investments processes its Fonio paddy grains into a nutritious precooked Fonio. You can buy your 1kg pack of precooked Fonio or Fonio flour online.

We are pleased to inform you that our buyer in Tanzania has taken delivery of her consignment this week, making it possible for direct individual customers located in Tanzania to acquire some of Organic Trade and Investments ’ products at a retail price. Available Products: Þ Certified organic unrefined raw shea butter Þ African black soap Þ Pure yellow beeswax Þ Natural cocoa butter . Contact OTI Retailer in Tanzania: OLIVE ENTERPRISES DAR ES SALAAM TEL: +255 / (0)65 870 1702

eComConnect is organizing its first virtual conference edition on June 4, 2020 on eCommerce in view of analyzing the impact of COVID-19 on SMEs and understand " in what way has e-commerce become a key priority for SMEs and policymakers alike in the response to COVID-19? " With a particular focus on Africa and the AfCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area) initiatives and policies, the conference will bring together panelists from Burkina Faso, Kenya, Uganda, Senegal, Bangladesh, and Ghana; represented by Organic Trade and Investments ' Managing Director; Esther Asante . FOUND OUT MORE >> E-COMMERCE, ECONOMIC RECOVERY AND AFCFTA VIRTUAL CONFERENCE AGENDA: FRENCH VERSION OR ENGLISH VERSION . The panel comprises Managers from the private sector. They will explain how e-commerce companies and entrepreneurs have reacted to the crisis and offer recommendations for navigating the post crisis period. FOUND OUT MORE >> ABOUT THE E-COMMERCE, ECONOMIC RECOVERY AND AFCFTA VIRTUAL CONFERENCE . In the second of these sessions, themed “ e-commerce: inclusivity and economic recovery ” Organic Trade and Investments' Managing Director will ​explain in what way does e-commerce benefit the producers of organic foods in Africa and how has Organic Trade and Investments (OTI) responded to the COVID-19 crisis? The selected topic is in correlation with the Company's impressive sales performance during this crisis. On May 2020, in an exclusive interview with ecomConnect, Asante explains how, amid the crisis, Organic Trade and Investments still was able to boost sales by 1,300%: "Our company was not hit by the current situation. We implemented our internal emergency response plan as soon as we heard the first case of COVID-19 in China. We have focused more on essential products and scheduled a conference call with all our suppliers in that domain to advise them to be ready. Aloe Vera gel and hand sanitizers are two such fast moving essential products. We are producing 5 tons of Aloe Vera gel and hand sanitizers per week. Other articles such as shea butter , cocoa butter , and African black soap are also in high demand. We are getting ready to supply the market (whether international or local) with edible commodities (rice, fonio , sesame seeds , soy beans , etc.) after the crisis. We have already received orders from international importers and local exporters for our crops. We know that there could be a food crisis but if we are well prepared, we can overcome it." RELATED ARTICLE Organic Trade and Investments invites all of you to tune in on June 4, 2020 at your local time for this very exceptional virtual conference. Time & Location Jun 04, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM GMT Online Event Registration Link #COVID19 #ecomConnect #eCommerceBusiness #eCommerceAfrica

"ecomConnect spoke to Esthy about her experience in e-commerce and her evaluation of the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis and what this may mean for the future of trade. She is optimistic about the future, and sees digital tools and e-commerce as the source of significant opportunity." Our CEO, Esthy Asante, granted an exclusive interview to ecomConnect on the current crisis and how Organic Trade and Investments (OTI) has been coping with the situation. Asante shares her experience and a piece of advice with ecomConnect on how African start-ups can use digital to grow their businesses worldwide. Find out more on The Exclusive Interview of OTI's Chief Executive Officer on ecomConnect .

Based in Germany, XO Solution is a national and an international Interim Management Provider and Management Consultancy that focuses on supporting companies in the event of changes. In late 2019, both companies; Organic Trade & Investments and XO Solution; decided to enter into a partnership agreement to better fulfill each other's corporate goals with OTI supplying organic produce worldwide and XO Solution promoting such a sustainable goal in the DACH region. Suggested Article : ANNOUNCEMENT: OTI & XO SOLUTION PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT. The partnership will not only boost both company's sales but is also seen as “a great addition to our offering, providing with even more solutions for our customers,” explained Mr. Axel Wenzel, General Manager of XO Solution. As part of the deal and in line with the partnership agreement, XO Solution has the authorization to represent Organic Trade & Investments at any exhibition that will take place whether in Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein or Switzerland. “This partnership between XO Solution and OTI has come to stay. It’s an honor to have XO Solution stand in for OTI at the upcoming trade fair in Germany. It’s great to know that our partners; XO Solution; share our corporate values and goals and are vested in organic articles. They have our full support and authorization in meeting prospect buyers on our behalf,” revealed Ms. Esther Asante, CEO of Organic Trade & Investments. BIOFACH 2020 Germany, which is taking place in Nuremberg –historically known to be the place where stakeholders in the industry network, exchange their view, and share their passionate interest in organic food –is said to be world’s leading trade fair for organic food. Ms. Joyce Ama Asante, the Global Business Support Manager of Organic Trade & Investments and the brain behind this partnership, invites visitors to stop by XO Solution’s stand. “The team of XO Solution will be expecting you. There would be some very interesting samples of OTI organic products on display,” she added. It was also revealed that additionally to the BIOFACH fair, XO Solution will be participating at the ISM and the Organic Food Conference in Berlin to showcase OTI’s products. CONTACT XO SOLUTION FOR YOUR OTI PRODUCTS IF YOU LIVE IN THE DACH REGION.

OTI's organic raw Shea butter is one of the most popular products being patronized by clients worldwide. OTI's Managing Director, Esthy Asante, explains the secrete behind the uniqueness of the Company's Shea butter. “Our Shea butter is not produced; it’s handcrafted by our mothers, aunties, and grand-mothers from Tamale. So, the next time you are buying or using OTI Shea butter, know that you didn’t just buy any type of Shea butter. You bought a piece of arts , unique to the history, heritage, and culture of the people of Ghana." Organic Trade & Investments sells 2 grades and 4 types of Shea butter. Depending on what you are using the Shea butter for and the size of your wallet, you can buy either grade A or B ivory raw, pure yellow borututu, purified or boiled white Shea butter. The video below will give you a step by step knowledge of how the butter is produced, manually and the traditional way. Buy OTI Raw Shea Butter for Cosmetic use Buy OTI Purified Raw Shea Butter for Food Buy OTI Borututu Raw Shea Butter for Pharmarceutical use The particularity of OTI's shea butter is that it is certified 100% organic by ecoCert. #OTISheaButter; #OrganicSheaButter; #BestOrganicRawSheaButterGhana

A Throwback to Center Euro Africa's Business Forum, Spain. TOPIC - INNOVATIVE EDUCATION ACTIONS THROUGH NEW TECHNOLOGIES Monday, September 30, 2019 at Movistar Centre, Barcelona - 5 delegates from 4 countries shared their knowledge and experience with participants. Our CEO, Esther Asante, covered the issue of the impact of new technologies in innovative education actions on the African continent. The forum was attended by investors, students, journalists, and decision makers from all over the world. TOPIC - INVESTING IN AFRICA: CHALLENGES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND STRATEGIES. Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Deusto Business School, Madrid. It was an all women delegates business forum. Esther Asante addressed the challenges, opportunities, and strategies in investing in Africa. Attended participants were economists, journalists, parliamentarians, consultants, law-markers, researchers, professors, B2B marketers, and business students from Europe and Latin America.

As one of the luckiest participants, Organic Trade and Investments (OTI) will have the opportunity to connect with potential business partners from across the globe in various business areas. Ms. Joyce Ama Asante, the newly appointed Business Support Manager of the Company shared her thoughts with us on the matter: “It’s going to be a very busy long week for us, as we’ve been scheduled to meet over 13 prospect buyers, who have shown interest in doing business with OTI. A lot is expected of us and we are going to do our best to meet everyone’s expectations.” The WEDF seeks to bring together policymakers, trade experts, and business leaders to not only share their business experience but also network and do business. From 21 to 22 November, as an integral part of the forum, a B2B event has been organized under the auspices of the African Union Commission, the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, and the International Trade Center (ITC). The two-day business matchmaking event will bring together “companies of all sizes from across the globe engaged in the agricultural sector, linking producers and buyers, exporters and importers, commercial farmers and manufacturers.” Ms. Esther Asante, the Managing Director of Organic Trade and Investments shows her appreciation to International Trade Center’s team: “We are very grateful for ITC sponsoring our accommodation during the entire period of the event, from 18 to 21 November. OTI will use this opportunity to grow its business in new markets and as always, ITC’s support will not be overlooked.” The week-long series of World Export Development Forum events is a contribution to Africa Industrialization Week, led by the African Union Commission’s Department of Trade and Industry.

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