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The production of Shea butter in Africa is an inheritance from previous generations and a gift from mother to daughters. The women in Africa take pride in nurturing this gift to protect and pass on to succeeding descendants. This is how their history “traditional way of making shea butter” has been built.

Harvesting from the Shea nut tree

Producing Shea butter is not an easy process. Shea nut trees, also known as the Vitellaria, This tree does not immediately produce nuts, it can take a period of about 10-15 years before it starts bearing fruit. Research has shown that the Shea tree can produce fruit for up to 200 years, making them more likely for long lasting production.

Each tree can produce as much as 45 kilograms of fruit every year, and each piece of fruit can contain as much as 400 grams of dry shea nut seeds that are used to produce shea butter.

Shea butter production has been immensely important for the women in West and East African countries as it has been a versatile and highly valued natural ingredient that is used today for many skincare and hair care products due to its unique moisturizing and nourishment properties.

Harvesting of Shea nuts is more than just a job for these women, It is more like art and pride for them. The harvesting process and production is all hands on deck for the women. They truly take pride in their work ethic as a community.

Shea Butter in Africa Today

Shea butter today in most East and West African countries has become a sustainability production business. We are committed to empowering women across Ghana, Nigeria and other African nations. The production of Shea butter is an inheritance and tradition for these women, it is a skill that is shared and passed down by generations to generations ago.

When you purchase any products that contain Shea fruit, We are creating more jobs for the community and preserving traditional practices that are more important for them. We are keeping their tradition alive and thriving.