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Gums and resins have been used for centuries in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food additives, and incense. Yet, despite their global demand, many local collectors and farmers remain disconnected from lucrative markets. Through TWENDE, we’re building bridges between producers and global buyers, empowering local communities by turning traditional harvesting into a profitable enterprise. By registering on the […]
Behind every drop of gum arabic or frankincense is a story — of resilience, culture, and entrepreneurship. Body:Take Wario Hassan from Isiolo County, for instance. Once dependent on erratic rainfall for subsistence farming, he now earns a steady income from collecting Myrrh and Opopanax with his community group. Wario has trained over 80 youth in […]
Until recently, many gum and resin producers had no way of knowing who bought their products or what they were really worth. That ends now. Body:The TWENDE platform changes the game. By giving collectors a digital identity, enabling real-time market data access, and offering search features by species, county, and product type, we create transparency […]
Overharvesting and unsustainable tapping methods threaten the very trees that sustain livelihoods. How can farmers earn while conserving? Body:Sustainability starts with knowledge. At TWENDE, we provide guidelines on best practices for harvesting — including the right age of trees, tapping intervals, and post-harvest processing. We emphasize training and certification, helping collectors meet organic and fair […]
