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Olam Cocoa Processing (Côte d’Ivoire)

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Olam Cocoa operates one of the world's largest and most efficient cocoa processing plants in San-Pédro. San-Pédro is the most important export port for cocoa, and Olam's presence on-site enables a seamless logistics chain from farm to ship. The facility processes raw cocoa into cocoa powder, butter, and liquor, distributed worldwide under the 'Olam Cocoa' brand. Olam has invested heavily in traceability technologies to ensure that the processed cocoa comes from sustainable sources and does not contribute to deforestation. Through training programs for thousands of farmers in the San-Pédro region, the company contributes to increasing productivity and improving living conditions in rural areas. The facility is a prime example of industrial scalability and technological innovation in the agricultural sector.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Aug, Dec.

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Rain mm34751161452183561619815817910758

📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
The Olam cocoa processing plant in San-Pédro turns cocoa beans into intermediate products like cocoa liquor and butter before export. It is a key player in the Ivory Coast cocoa value chain.
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Visiting
The facility is a private industrial site; tours are not allowed. From the port road you can see the storage tanks and processing halls.
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Where to view it
The best viewpoint is the road running along the Port of San-Pédro. From there you have a clear view of the entire factory grounds.
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Local products
In San-Pédro, cocoa products dominate; on the markets you find cocoa nibs and fresh cocoa pods. During harvest, dried beans are also available in sacks.
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Active season
The main processing season is from October to March, during the main harvest. Then the plant runs at full capacity and export flows are strongest.
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Nearby
Combine the visit with the Port of San-Pédro to see the entire export chain. The ICP Cocoa Factory is also nearby, rounding off the picture of the cocoa economy.

Geography

Coordinates
4.75500, -6.63500

Facts

  • Olam is one of the largest buyers of Ivorian cocoa.
  • The San-Pédro facility utilizes state-of-the-art roasting and grinding technologies.
  • The company operates a digital system for recording farmer data.
  • Olam Cocoa is a leader in the production of defatted cocoa powder.
  • The factory provides hundreds of highly skilled jobs.
  • It is certified according to international food safety standards.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Olam cocoa processing?
A processing center for cocoa products in San-Pédro.
Can one visit it?
No, it is an industrial security area.
Where is the facility?
Directly near the port of San-Pédro.
What is typical there?
Industrial activity and logistical operation.
Importance?
A central actor in the export business.
Olam Cocoa Processing: where is it located?
Olam Cocoa Processing is located in Côte d’Ivoire.
Olam Cocoa Processing: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Aug, Dec.
Olam Cocoa Processing: why is it worth visiting?
Olam Cocoa operates one of the world's largest and most efficient cocoa processing plants in San-Pédro.
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