Moroccan women from Agadir cooperative hand-crafting argan oil

Meet the Women Behind Your Arganosa Bottle

Behind Every Bottle: A Legacy of Women’s Hands

Arganosa is more than a product; it’s a movement rooted in the hands of women. Every drop of our pure argan oil reflects the dedication, skill, and resilience of Moroccan women who work in local cooperatives across the Agadir region.

These women do far more than produce argan oil. They preserve centuries-old traditions, protect Morocco’s natural heritage, and create brighter futures for their families and communities.

A Tradition Passed Down Through Generations

These women don’t just produce oil, they preserve culture, protect nature, and uplift generations. 

In the villages surrounding Agadir, mothers teach their daughters the art of extracting oil from the Argania spinosa fruit. As a result, this unique knowledge continues to thrive across generations.

The traditional process includes:

  • Hand-harvesting the fruit from trees
  • Sun-drying the pulp
  • Cracking the hard shell between stones
  • Selecting the best kernels
  • Cold-pressing to retain maximum nutrients

It takes incredible patience and skill, often taking days to complete just one liter of oil. These women are not factory workers. They are artisans.

More Than a Job: A Path to Empowerment

Our partner cooperatives follow fair trade principles. Consequently, the women who work there benefit from:

  • A stable and reliable income
  • Access to healthcare and social benefits
  • Educational opportunities and professional training
  • A voice in collective decision-making

Furthermore, Arganosa reinvests a portion of every sale into literacy programs, workplace improvements, and initiatives that support the next generation within these communities.

Why This Matters

Many women in rural Morocco still face significant barriers to financial independence. However, cooperative work gives them more than an income. It provides confidence, leadership opportunities, and greater economic security.

When you choose Arganosa, you help:

  • Preserve traditional knowledge
  • Strengthen rural communities
  • Support environmentally responsible production
  • Promote social equity alongside sustainability

Together, we can protect Morocco’s argan heritage while empowering the women who keep this remarkable tradition alive.

Learn more:

UN Women: Empowering Women in Morocco’s Argan Oil Sector