Orijin

2 weeks ago, Salla, co-founder of Orijin, joined our partners & clients in Uganda. During her visit, she explored carefully each element of the supply chain of her clients, visited the farms, and the cocoa & coffee processing facilities. Together with our partners, they worked closely with our product to ensure they aligned with the realities on the ground. The goal is to deliver real benefits tailored to our customers' specific pain points, processes, and business needs, empowering them to enhance their operations effectively! 🤝 ➡️ Highlights from Salla's journeys across Uganda: 💰 Seeing... how mobile money is changing cocoa purchasing, no more cash in the field, no more long bank trips. This is safer and more efficient for all! ☕️ Seeing... how creating quality coffee requires so many systems, processes, learnings, data, details, etc. The challenge? How do we help more companies and farmer organizations access these benefits and improve coffee quality outcomes? 🛠️ Seeing... how coffee farmers benefit from the various services that they receive, trainings, demonstrations, income diversification programs, microfinance support, etc. The big question: How can we efficiently link farmer impact data with purchase and production records to reveal real, measurable impact? 🚺 Seeing... the role of women: In Uganda, women play a critical yet often hidden role in coffee production. From farm work and picking to sorting and processing, it was clear that much of the labor was carried out by women, though their contributions often go unrecognized from the outside. This trip provided countless valuable insights and strengthened our collaboration with on-ground teams and partners. 🌱✨Thanks to everyone involved! Teemu Hurmeranta Thomas Gmeiner Elijah Kilzer Gioia Lelli

Camille Accolas is Senior Program Manager at Brainforest. In our interview, she explains how Brainforest, as a new member of the Cocoa Platform, intends to achieve the goals of our roadmap and how Brainforest's venture "Orijin" is reducing deforestation, improving soil health and supporting farmers with fair income models. #SustainableCocoa #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Orijin

☕️ November brings innovation to the coffee industry! Our latest newsletter features the article "Why Data Quality Matters in Coffee Digitalization: 5 Tools That Check for Inconsistencies," showcasing how accurate data drives compliance, traceability, and trust in the supply chain. The article explores groundbreaking solutions from Bext360 | Digitizing Global Supply Chains, led by Niki Lewis; FARAMO (GRAS - Global Risk Assessment Services), headed by Katharina Kröger; Orijin, spearheaded by Salla Mankinen; Sirio, represented by Meghan Bodo; and Verified & True, guided by Pia Bramwell. These tools are transforming the way coffee data is managed. 🌍 This edition also highlights updates from industry leaders like Picterra, Giesen Coffee Roasters , and Boston Consulting Group (BCG), offering fresh perspectives on technology shaping the future of coffee. 🔗 Stay ahead of the curve—read the full newsletter and explore these impactful insights! https://lnkd.in/dJrkafEA

🌟🙏 We’re honored to be recognized among the top innovative solutions driving data quality in coffee digitalization! The article "Why Data Quality Matters in Coffee Digitalization: Five Tools That Check for Inconsistencies" by Elisa Criscione from Digital Coffee Future highlights the vital role accurate data plays in achieving effective traceability and sustainability within the coffee supply chain. At Orijin, we are proud to be featured for our dedication to enhancing data integrity across agricultural supply chains. ☝️ This recognition underscores our mission to empower producers with the tools they need to meet compliance standards and adopt sustainable practices, creating a positive impact for businesses, communities, and the planet. 👩💻 Explore the full article to learn more about coffee digitalization: https://lnkd.in/dtSXiyd7 Thomas Gmeiner Gioia Lelli Teemu Hurmeranta Salla Mankinen

🎉 We are excited to announce our new partnership with BioTara AG 🤝! BioTara empowers cosmetic brands to enhance their sustainability efforts by sourcing directly from indigenous communities in Brazil and Suriname, contributing to poverty alleviation and rainforest protection. To support BioTara's mission, Orijin will implement comprehensive traceability solutions for their products. This includes tracking community involvement, monitoring clusters of nut-bearing trees, and ensuring transparency throughout the harvesting and post-harvesting processes. In a second phase, we plan to integrate mobile money solutions to eliminate cash from the supply chain, enhancing efficiency and security. Additionally, we'll incorporate carbon calculation during transportation to further BioTara's commitment to environmental stewardship. 💡John Goedschalk, CEO of BioTara, states: "At BioTara, transparency is at the core of what we do, and our partnership with Orijin is a game-changer for showcasing the impact behind every product. By integrating traceability and innovative tools into our supply chain, we’re empowering communities and ensuring that customers see the direct link between their choices and the conservation of the Amazon while empowering communities and improving social outcomes." This collaboration underscores our shared dedication to sustainability and community empowerment. We look forward to a great partnership with BioTara, driving positive change in the industry! 👏 Teemu Hurmeranta Salla Mankinen Thomas Gmeiner Gioia Lelli Camille Accolas Elijah Kilzer

🌟 Exciting News: The Orijin's Team is growing! 🌟 We are super excited to announce that Jose Merlo has joined the Orijin family: our Latin America Operations Lead, based in #Quito, #Ecuador! With extensive expertise in sustainability and cocoa, he will be spearheading our operations across Latin America, bringing invaluable knowledge and passion to our mission. 📅 In his very first week, he is already representing Orijin at the European Cocoa Association (ECA) Workshop in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on December 5, 2024. This event, hosted by the Coalición Cacao, ANECACAO Ecuador, and key partners like the The World Bank and GIZ Ecuador, will focus on advancing due diligence protocols to support compliance with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (#EUDR). 📍Are you attending the ECA Workshop? Let’s meet! Reach out to us to schedule a meeting - we’d love to connect and explore opportunities for collaboration. Together, let’s drive traceability, sustainability, and compliance across agricultural supply chains in Latin America and beyond. 🌱 #EUDR #Sustainability #Cocoa #Orijin

🌍 Who bears the burden of sustainability? 🌱 The European Union Deforestation Regulation (#EUDR) is a significant step toward protecting our planet by ensuring that commodities like coffee and cocoa are sourced sustainably. However, its implementation raises critical questions: Whose problem is it to solve, and how can we ensure fair solutions for all stakeholders? In the thought-provoking article “EUDR: Whose Problem, Whose Solution?” by Kristy Leissle from African Cocoa Marketplace, Inc. and Orijins co-founder Salla Mankinen, the challenges and opportunities of EUDR are examined in depth. ✍️ Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eAg7CQv7 Our mission is to simplify compliance through innovative tools, empowering producers to meet EUDR standards while promoting #environmentalprotection and fair market access. By addressing these challenges collaboratively, we can create a future where sustainability works for everyone. Thomas Gmeiner Teemu Hurmeranta Gioia Lelli Elijah Kilzer

Last week, we participated in an insightful breakfast event in #Zurich hosted by Brainforest, where we could introduce Orijin once more! Building on those conversations, we’re excited to join the #Slush week for another opportunity to connect and share our mission. We’ve been invited to participate in a side event panel hosted by Tech Nordic Advocates and Google, spotlighting female founders driving global impact. Salla Mankinen, our founder, will be sharing insights on Orijin’s mission to empower sustainability and simplify compliance with the upcoming EU Deforestation Regulation (#EUDR). 🌍✨ The event will also feature an inspiring workshop celebrating and supporting the future of women in entrepreneurship. 📍 Where? UNICEF Office of Innovation, Helsinki 📅 When? Wednesday, Nov 20 | 14:30 – 19:00 🔔 Will you be attending? Let's meet at Slush! Thomas Gmeiner Teemu Hurmeranta Camille Accolas Gioia Lelli

Did you know? By subscribing to both the European Union Deforestation Regulation (#EUDR) newsletter and the Orijin newsletter, you’ll have all the insights you need to stay ahead on regulatory developments! 🙌 🌎 This week’s big news: the EUDR Information System officially opened on November 6! Now, economic operators can register to prepare for the upcoming due diligence requirements. You can easily access the portal here: https://lnkd.in/ds4DhFYR For a smooth start, the EUDR website also offers a detailed user guide and training videos! 📧 Don’t miss a beat - subscribe to our newsletter ✍️ on the Orijin website to stay on top of every update and ensure seamless compliance! Thomas Gmeiner Gioia Lelli Camille Accolas Elijah Kilzer Ben O'Sullivan #eudrcompliance #biodiversity #deforestationregulation

🌍 🙌 Big News: We’re excited to announce that we have received strategic funding from Brainforest Association, the world's first venture platform focused on forests and biodiversity and Gorilla Capital, the Nordics most active early-stage investor. This support empowers us to expand our traceability, compliance, and operational management solutions for agricultural producers in global supply chains, especially those involved in coffee, cocoa, and other essential crops. This investment will accelerate our mission of equipping producers with the tools needed to transition from low-output operations to sustainable, premium markets. Orijin’s platform ensures that producers can meet compliance requirements, including the European Union Deforestation Regulation (#EUDR), while advancing ethical practices and environmental protection. Salla Mankinen, CEO and Founder of Orijin, shares: “In many regions, producers face significant barriers in meeting compliance standards due to limited digital resources. Orijin bridges this gap, enabling these businesses to enhance productivity, quality, and market access—all while protecting human rights and our environment.” 🌱 Thank you to our partners for their commitment to Orijin’s mission. To not miss out on any further updates, join us by 👥 Following our LinkedIn account or 📧 Sign up to our newsletter on our homepage! Teemu Hurmeranta Thomas Gmeiner Gioia Lelli Camille Accolas Elijah Kilzer