Key facts
- Olam Agri has doubled its wheat milling capacity in Senegal.
- The expansion increases annual capacity to over 360,000 tonnes.
- A new production unit was inaugurated by the Minister of Industry and Commerce.
- The company supports research for resilient wheat varieties in Senegal.
- Olam Agri Senegal has 99% Senegalese employees.
Olam Agri has significantly expanded its wheat milling operations in Senegal, doubling its annual capacity to over 360,000 tonnes. This expansion includes a new production unit, which was inaugurated by the Minister of Industry and Commerce, Serigne Guèye Diop. The company's daily flour production capacity has increased from 600 to 1,200 tonnes.
Established in 2012, Olam Agri Senegal emphasizes its commitment to local employment, with 99% of its workforce being Senegalese. Beyond its core operations, the company is involved in sustainability initiatives. These include supporting research for resilient wheat varieties through ISRA (Institut Sénégalais de Recherches Agricoles) to enhance productivity and promote sustainable practices among Senegalese wheat producers. Olam Agri also runs programs like the MAMIE Project to empower female food vendors and conducts annual health awareness campaigns. Their 'My Plant, My Pride' initiative encourages tree planting on company premises.