Bourbon vanilla from Madagascar occupies a strategic position in the food industry. Appreciated for its aromatic richness and versatility, it is used in many industrial segments where consistency, traceability and aromatic performance are essential. Bourbon vanilla is a key ingredient in food formulations that go far beyond traditional pastry-making...

Vanilla occupies a special place in the world of patisserie. An emblematic ingredient, it has been used through the ages, across trends and cultures, without ever losing any of its nobility. Behind its apparent sweetness lies a demanding raw material, the quality of which directly determines the final result in professional pastry-making. Vanilla, the aromatic pillar of...

As a newcomer to the exciting world of vanilla and its many by-products, the main and essential aim of this article is to explain in 4 clear and detailed points how to effectively negotiate your vanilla purchases in Madagascar. It will provide you with practical advice, valuable tips and key strategies...

Fraud, blending and counterfeiting: how can you protect your vanilla purchases? The global vanilla market is particularly vulnerable to fraudulent practices, which can make it difficult for consumers to buy an authentic, quality product. To help you make informed choices, here are the essential points you need to know in order to...

Pesticide standards are undoubtedly the most sensitive issue for manufacturers, supermarkets and importers. Non-compliance with these standards can lead to goods being completely blocked, to the immediate withdrawal of the product in question from the market, or even to...

EU Red vanilla is undoubtedly the most sought-after variety and the most prized by connoisseurs. This blog provides an in-depth explanation of what precisely characterises a true EU Red grade, highlighting the essential criteria and specific features that enable it to be clearly identified. Technical specifications of the EU Red grade...

Which one is best suited to your specific business? Not all professionals necessarily need the same type of vanilla for their particular uses. Without claiming to be exhaustive, the aim of this blog is to guide you and enlighten your choice according to the precise nature of your professional activity. 1. Vanilla...

Bourbon Gourmet vanilla is the most prized and sought-after grade by professional pastry chefs, expert chocolatiers, specialist delicatessens and retailers of top-of-the-range products and renowned premium brands. But how can you really tell the difference between authentic, high-quality Gourmet vanilla and vanilla that's just pleasant?

Bourbon vanilla Madagascar vs Uganda, PNG, Indonesia: discover and understand all the essential differences before making your purchase. The global vanilla market has undergone significant diversification in recent years, with the emergence and development of new origins such as Uganda, Papua New Guinea (PNG) and Indonesia, which are gradually gaining in popularity.

The world market for Bourbon vanilla, largely dominated by Madagascar, is one of the most volatile and unpredictable of all food commodities. Between 2018 and 2021, prices reached all-time highs, regularly exceeding €500/kg, before entering a phase of relative stabilisation, marked by fluctuations in the price of...