the tree that protects
Two billion shea trees grow naturally in the African Sahel storing carbon, preventing desertification, and improving soil.
women’s gold
16,000,000 women across 21 African countries produce and sell shea to pay for food, school fees, and housing.
for beauty queens & chocolate lover
Widely known as a luxury personal care ingredient, shea is most widely used in food products to improve texture, stability, and shelf life.
A community expanding trade & improving sustainability
The Shea Market has participation of more than 704 GSA members. Whether you’re seeking a buyer, seller, or a sustainability project partner, this is the place for you.
The go-to place for Shea resources
The most comprehensive, industry vetted information available on production, quality, sustainability, functionality, and trade.
Opportunities and challenges in the improvement of shea (Vittelaria paradoxa) resource and its management
Opportunities and challenges in the improvement of shea (Vittelaria paradoxa) resource and its management
Building blocks for successful exports
Building blocks for successful exports
Building blocks for successful exports
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Join 704 GSA members and get full access to the Shea Market and many other benefits including visibility, advisory, partnership, and fundraising.