Pure Vanilla from the Heart of East Africa
Guaranteeing exceptional quality and reliable supply for industrial B2B customers around the world.
Premium Quality for Your Needs
Our vanilla is guaranteed to contain at least 2% vanillin, well above industry norms, and sustainably sourced. The comprehensive product range encompasses different formats – including beans, powder, liquid and dry extracts – to meet the evolving needs of our B2B customers.
Premium Quality for Your Needs
Our vanilla is guaranteed to contain at least 2% vanillin, well above industry norms, with diverse flavor profiles. The comprehensive product range encompasses different formats – including beans, powder, liquid and dry extracts – to meet the evolving needs of our B2B customers.
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our range
Liquid Extracts
Our pure, all-natural vanilla extracts capture the essence of our vanilla beans, preserving their natural complexity. Available in a variety of concentrations
(1F/3F/10F/25F, and 100F) and flavor profiles (Fruity, Woody, Beany) and in both water and oil-soluble forms.
Dry Extracts
Our powder extract choice (0.5F/1.5F/2.5F) on dextrose is ideal for dry-mix applications with good thermostability and flexibility for food production and packaging.
Vanilla Beans and Powders
Gourmet and extract-grade beans, as well as freshly milled, exhausted vanilla bean powders, and exhausted vanilla seeds, to meet your different requirements.
Organic, Halal & Kosher versions available.
Reliable, Transparent Supply Chain
By sourcing from over 12,000+ partner farmers across Tanzania and Uganda, from the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro to the shores of Lake Victoria, we ensure stable supply at scale. While integrated farm-to-extract operations – with no middlemen – provide full traceability and control over quality.
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Agronomy & Farming Advisory
- 20+ In-house agronomists
- In-house 40-acre Agro Innovation Campus
Multi-Location Farming
- 8 Sourcing areas across Tanzania and Uganda
- 12,000 Partner Farmers
Quality Control
- In-House microbiology and analytical chemistry labs
- Dedicated QC Teams
Curing, Conditioning & Grading
- 3x centralised curing locations across Uganda and Tanzania, all with FSSC 22000v6 certification
Extraction
- Extraction plant in Tanzania with FSSC 22000v6 certification, FDA registered
Digital Tracking & Real-Time QC
- Best-In-class digital supply chain system
- Guaranteed full partner farmer compliance
Dive deeper into our vanilla supply chain
Agronomy & Farming Advisory
- 20+ In-house agronomists
- In-house 40-acre Agro Innovation Campus
Multi-Location Farming
- 8 Sourcing areas across Tanzania and Uganda
- 12,000 Partner Farmers
Quality Control
- In-House microbiology and analytical chemistry labs
- Dedicated QC Teams
Curing, Conditioning & Grading
- 3x centralised curing locations across Uganda and Tanzania, all with FSSC 22000v6 certification
Extraction
- Extraction plant in Tanzania with FSSC 22000v6 certification, FDA registered
Digital Tracking & Real-Time QC
- Best-In-class digital supply chain system
- Guaranteed full partner farmer compliance
Deeply Rooted in East Africa
Viva Vanilla is run by a team of East Africans committed to our land and communities. We are creating long-term partnerships with a growing number of specialist East African small holders. All our operations – from farming to processing and R&D – are based in Tanzania and Uganda. Together, we are proud to produce high-quality vanilla, and call this region our home.
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in East Africa
Our Farmers
We work with over 12,000 smallholder farmers to produce high-quality vanilla, as we grow their business profitably together. For us, they are much more than just farmers, they are trusted partners, skilled entrepreneurs and valued suppliers.
Our R&D and Quality Team
Based at HQ in Moshi, in the foothills of Kilimanjaro, the team ensures our vanilla products consistently meet the highest standards. They collaborate closely with in-house agronomists and operations specialists on innovation, quality and product enhancement.
Our Operations Teams
Working across three vanilla processing centres in Uganda and Tanzania, our dedicated operations teams make sure our vanilla is cured and processed to exacting standards. As the only company in the region with local extraction facilities, we have full control from field to extract to capture the freshest, richest flavours.
Driven by Strong Convictions
Viva vanilla belongs to NEI, a social enterprise that prioritises employees, communities and farmers – supporting better outcomes for people and planet. By early 2025, NEI will be certified B-Corp and Rainforest Alliance. We’re really excited about this journey, we’ve come this far and we’re committed to doing more.
