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Nothing adds that distinctive kick to sauces, dressings and rubs quite like pepper—each grain a miniature gem releasing a fiery warmth. No wonder it's known (and loved) as ‘black gold’.
As the world’s largest fully-integrated pepper provider, we know what it takes to make truly great pepper. Such as? Our farming methods, cutting-edge processing and commitment to traceab...
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Black pepper
The most traded spice in the world, black pepper is used to flavor a variety of applications. The unripe berries of the pepper plant are picked when turning yellow and immediately dried after harvest with the skin on. As it dries, enzymes in the berries cause the skin to turn black and wrinkly.
White pepper
A milder form of pepper, with a lightly fermented aroma and taste, white pepper is grown on the same vine as black pepper. However, white pepper is picked ripe (black pepper is picked when unripe and processed to remove the outer skin, leaving behind a smooth white finish on the berry. White pepper tastes bright and sharp and slightly more herbaceous than black pepper. Thanks to our world-class pepper processing facilities in Vietnam, we have grinding capabilities to match all customer specifications.
Whole pepper
These black pepper kernels work perfectly when you want to showcase the entire spice. We’re a leading whole peppercorn supplier for premium pickle brines, marinades and vinaigrettes.
Dressings
Sauces and condiments
Marinades
Rubs and seasoning
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Processing our pepper
At ofi we're redefining pepper production with pioneering work in sustainability and technology.
Purity and quality
We’re the first in the pepper industry to use an inline steam sterilization process during production, maintaining pepper’s flavor while ensuring it is free from harmful microorganisms. This enables top-tier purity and quality across our pepper products.
Becoming the world’s largest pepper plantation
Located in Vietnam's central highlands, our plantation is set to become the world's largest pepper plantation. This fully integrated operation—from cultivation to processing enables complete control over quality and supply.
Advanced agriculture We employ cutting-edge agricultural practices, including greenhouse-grown planting materials and drip irrigation systems. And thanks to our state-of-the-art greenhouse nursery in Vietnam, we have a capacity to produce over 1,000,000 plants every year. Close monitoring of these plants means 90% of the plants we grow are healthy and robust for field planting.
Complete traceability Each peppercorn is traceable back to its specific planting block, setting a new standard in the industry.
Single estate for better quality Our single estate black pepper is produced utilizing best-in-class agricultural practices such as cover crops, compost and digital crop monitoring systems. In another pioneering move, we can offer single varietal offerings. So you get consistency and specialization that’s only guaranteed from a single source.
Sustainable practices Our commitment to sustainability includes in-house composting and precision irrigation, maximizing yield while minimizing environmental impact.
Sustainability
Single estate pepper
The world’s best locations ofi premium pepper is single origin to help its sustainability. From central Vietnam to the coast of Brazil, our two sister estates are the first of their kind in the industry. As a leading single estate pepper supplier, we nurture and grow our single varietals of pepper. Which means? Complete traceability back to the block pepper planted.
Traceability and regeneration in Vietnam
Full traceability to the point of production. Our proprietary mobile app technology allows farmers to sell directly to ofi without any intermediary
Regular training for farmers in integrated pest management, regenerative agricultural practices, organic production and more
Our activities help regenerate land in Vietnam left damaged by war, by growing sustainable pepper on areas cleared of unexploded ordnances
Soil protection and carbon reduction in Brazil
100% of pest and disease management on the farm is through use of microorganisms. We have not used chemicals used in pest and disease control for three years
We protect soil by allowing grass to grow between rows of plants, instead of tilling. This provides protection from heavy rain, increases organic matter and decreases temperature
We plant and maintain 40 hectares of eucalyptus as a re-forestation initiative, and to offset carbon emissions from our pepper plantation
Supply chain
Pepper supply chain
When it comes to best practice across plantations and partners, we know what works for our peppers. That’s the experience that helps us support our growing partners to deliver quality, again and again.
As a key location for pepper – 40% of annual global volumes are produced in Vietnam – It is a perfect base for our growing and processing operations.
Our own pepper plantations in Vietnam and Brazil allow us to deliver on our commitment to farming practices that are sustainable for both land and communities
Vietnam’s duty-free access to other pepper- and spice-producing countries such as Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia and Brazil enables us to buy from the best
Competitive operating and freight costs mean we can offer our signature quality products for an excellent price
Our pepper in numbers
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We are the world's largest fully integrated pepper supplier
677
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of forest trees we’ve planted to support farms and local communities
830
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of natural forest rehabilitated by us
Co-create
Ready to develop something delicious?
Whether you're looking to launch a zesty pepper-crusted steak, savory black pepper chicken or something bold like black pepper-infused chocolate truffles, we're here to transform your vision into an exceptional product. Our world-class R&D team, sustainable and certified ingredients and state-of-the-art laboratories are at your disposal.
Innovation
Pioneering pepper innovation
Using AI to boost pepper’s potency In partnership with Brightseed, a biosciences data company, we’re exploring the health benefits of its black pepper varieties using artificial intelligence. Brightseed's Forager® AI platform is helping us research complex molecular structures to identify bioactive compounds and their potential health benefits. We’re considering different regions, cultivars, growing conditions and processing methods to see how we can harness the bioactive potency of our black pepper for good. Watch this space.
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