Agricultural Trade Advisor

Missions

Advise cooperatives, agrifood companies and producers on export procedures, SPS compliance, quality standards and international market access.

Tasks

Conduct market and export research
Analyze SPS and quality requirements
Prepare export documentation
Support certification & traceability systems
Train women and youth on export readiness
Connect producers to buyers and partners

Results

Shea products successfully exported to Canada
Quality rejection rates significantly reduced
SPS compliance strengthened for cooperatives
New market opportunities identified
Improved trade capacity for women-led groups

Tools Used

Excel, Google Workspace, QGIS, Codex & WTO SPS databases, export templates, Trello/Notion.

Skills

International trade advisory, SPS compliance, value-chain analysis, export procedures, market research, documentation, capacity building, stakeholder negotiation.

Madjikarité Cooperative – Shea Butter Export

Missions

Support the women-led cooperative in meeting export standards and improving product quality.

Results

First shea batch exported
40% reduction in quality rejection
Full compliance with certification & traceability

Kénéya Women Shea Union – Shea Value Chain Support

Missions

Strengthen shea processing, packaging and export readiness.

Results

Packaging upgraded for premium grade
3 new buyers identified
Increased women’s income

N’Zi Cashew Growers Federation – Cashew Snacks Export

Missions

Assist in processing roasted cashew snacks and preparing export documentation.

Results

First roasted cashew shipment approved
Labelling revised to global standards
Distribution partnership secured

Cocoa Partners Group – Cocoa Powder Export

Missions

Support quality control and export compliance for cocoa powder.

Results

Batch accepted by international buyers
Traceability aligned with due diligence rules
Long-term buyer contract secured

AgroNova Foods – Dried Attiéké & Yam Flour

Missions

Improve export readiness for dehydrated cassava and yam products.

Results

Export-ready packaging created
SPS files fully validated
High interest from distributors

Tropico Roots Cooperative – Hibiscus & Ginger Powder

Missions

Advise on grinding processes, hygiene and export documentation.

Results

First hibiscus powder batch exported
Hygiene protocol upgraded
2 new B2B clients secured

Savanes Organic Farmers – Fonio & Millet Processing

Missions

Improve processing quality and packaging for grains.

Results

Fonio upgraded to premium grade
Packaging compliant with allergen rules
Producers’ revenue increased

Abidjan AgroLab – SPS & Food Safety Compliance

Missions

Guide a mid-size company through SPS and HACCP implementation.

Results

HACCP-aligned system established
SPS documents validated
Products now accepted internationally