Arganosa is not just a product, it’s a movement rooted in the hands of women. Every drop of our pure argan oil is made possible by the dedication, skill, and strength of Moroccan women working in local cooperatives in the Agadir region.

These women don’t just produce oil. They also preserve cultural heritage, protect the environment, and help uplift future generations.

In the villages surrounding Agadir, the knowledge of extracting oil from the Argania Spinosa fruit is passed down from mother to daughter. The process is delicate and entirely manual:

• 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

The process requires incredible patience and skill. In fact, producing just one liter of argan oil can take several days. These women are not factory workers. They are artisans.

More Than a Job: A Path to Empowerment

Furthermore, our partner cooperatives operate under fair trade principles. That means:

• Women earn a stable income
• They receive health and social benefits
• They are given access to education and professional training
• Decisions are made collectively

By reinvesting a portion of every sale, Arganosa helps fund literacy programs, workplace upgrades, and support for younger generations in these communities.

Why This Matters

In Morocco, many rural women face barriers to financial independence. By working in cooperatives, they gain not only a stable income but also confidence, social recognition, and new opportunities. Your support helps ensure that:

• Traditional knowledge is preserved
• Rural communities thrive
• Sustainability goes hand-in-hand with social equity

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