Agriculture
We have already supported the growth and development of over 1,500 companies in Africa and Europe.
GLENGCO works in the areas of food production, arboriculture, agricultural biotechnology, and biofuels. In other words, we have projects that address food and medical needs. We strive to develop solutions that meet the very specific requirements of international organizations such as the World Bank, which establish the parameters for investment in this field.
- We have several hectares of arable land in production in the Littoral region of Cameroon.
- We prioritize the protection and preservation of the environment, characterized by the absence of pesticide use.
- We strongly support the fight against human trafficking, child labor, and all forms of slavery.
The company has become capable of marketing crops certified in accordance with international standards, particularly the Protected Geographical Indication of the African Intellectual Property Organization (AIPO), recognized by the European Union. The company can now proudly claim to hold several hundred tons of superior quality Penja white pepper (G1).
Penja White Pepper By GLENGCOThis is pepper grown in Cameroon, mainly in the Littoral Region where the town of Penja is located, home to nearly 40,000 inhabitants. This exceptional pepper is entirely produced by human hands, without any mechanization.
This is pepper grown in Cameroon, mainly in the Littoral Region where the town of Penja is located, home to nearly 40,000 inhabitants. This exceptional pepper is entirely produced by human hands, without any mechanization.
Additionally, no specific treatment is applied during the drying process, which is carried out entirely through artisanal methods. It derives its distinctive aroma from the local terroir, of volcanic origin. True pepper enthusiasts especially appreciate Penja pepper for its unique character, its earthy and powerful flavor; many consider it the best pepper on the planet!
- Recognition of Penja PepperIt was in 2013 that Penja pepper gained international recognition for its incredible qualities, obtaining the first P.G.I. (Protected Geographical Indication) attributed to a product originating from sub-Saharan Africa. This P.G.I. was secured with the valuable assistance of the African Intellectual Property Organization (AIPO) and the French Development Agency (AFD).
- The benefits of Penja White PepperPenja white pepper is an excellent antioxidant with properties that aid digestion.
- The production of PENJA White PepperThe different stages of production for this pepper are manual. They include harvesting, retting, cleaning, drying, and finally sorting. Unlike other colors of pepper, white pepper is harvested at optimum ripeness. It is then washed and vigorously dried to remove its envelope (pericarp).This feature gives it its pungent flavor.
- The Internal Control SystemControl is conducted by a team of engineers employed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, trained by Ecocert. Ecocert is a French company created in 1991, serving as a certification body and using its name as a certification mark, particularly for organic agriculture.