Competition for shea trees is rising in west Africa, leaving the poorest women collectors with less access and fewer gains.

WORMERVEER, THE NETHERLANDS — Bunge Loders Croklaan (BLC), the specialty oils and fats business of Bunge Ltd., has opened a new shea butter processing plant in Tema, Ghana. In connection with the ...

Groundnut soup is a beloved Ghanaian dish that marries peanuts with vegetables to make a hearty stew. Shea butter is ...

Shea butter is a natural vegetable fat that comes from processing nuts from the shea tree. In addition to being suitable for cooking, it may be beneficial for the hair and skin. According to the ...

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Discover 11 homemade shea butter mixes that nourish and protect your skin from sun, dust, and pollution, and help you achieve a natural glow. Whipped to a creamy consistency, this Grade A butter comes ...