Sekut: eco-friendly vanilla, giving back to the community

We are pleased to announce that Sekut Vanilla, an eco-conscious vanilla brand dedicated to sustainable practices, has been awarded Ethical Accreditation. The company, which offers premium vanilla beans and extract, is leading the way in promoting environmental responsibility and social impact within the vanilla industry.

Sekut Vanilla was awarded Ethical Accreditation following a thorough assessment of the brand’s policies and practices. Additionally, the brand has also earned itself  a position on our valued list of The Good Shopping Guide’s Top 200 Ethical Businesses.

Sekut Vanilla works with Vanilla Pompona, a rare and environmentally-friendly variety of vanilla. This unique vanilla species has several advantages over traditional varieties: it thrives in shaded environments, requires little space, and does not harm the soil. These attributes make it an ideal crop for sustainable farming, particularly for local indigenous groups in the Amazon where it is grown.

By focusing on sustainable cultivation methods, Sekut Vanilla empowers these communities to earn income without the need for deforestation or harmful agricultural practices. The income generated from growing Vanilla Pompona can be used to help combat the encroachment of non-sustainable agricultural operations such as rice field expansion.

Sekut Vanilla actively works to minimise its environmental footprint. For instance, its farm operates off the grid, and their beans are cured using sunlight, resulting in minimal energy consumption. Additionally, the company uses recycled and reusable materials for packaging and ensures all its shipping materials, such as boxes and bubble wrap, are recycled in its operations. These eco-friendly practices reflect Sekut Vanilla’s commitment to a circular economy and environmental stewardship.

These are just some of the reasons why Sekut Vanilla has been awarded Ethical Accreditation. This reflects all of the fantastic work that the company is doing in order to ensure that its business is having a positive impact on the people and environment that it works with.

Sekut Vanilla’s Ethical Accreditation is a testament to the brand’s commitment to sustainability, ethics, and marine ecosystems. The Good Shopping Guide is pleased to spotlight brands like Sekut Vanilla that are preparing for a sustainable future. We congratulate Sekut Vanilla on achieving Ethical Accreditation and look forward to seeing how they continue to lead on ethics and sustainability going forward.

You can learn more about Sekut Vanilla and explore its vanilla range on the Sekut website.