Driving Social Impact Through the Yayra Glover Foundation
The Yayra Glover Foundation, the Group’s social impact arm, plays a central role in forging strategic partnerships and implementing high-impact initiatives that enhance farmer welfare and advance sustainable rural development. Its work reflects the Group’s holistic approach to value chain transformation, combining social innovation with environmental stewardship.
Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme
In partnership with the Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa and Max Felchlin AG (YGL’s primary organic cocoa buyer), the Foundation provides a robust health insurance program that covers farmers, their families, and up to six dependents.
Natural Cosmetics Development
Utilizing cocoa husks and essential oils, the Foundation supports the production of natural cosmetic products through a dedicated experimental lab at theEco-Industrial Park.
Grass-Fed Cattle Ranching
In collaboration with the Bern University of Applied Sciences, the Foundation operates a cattle ranch with over 50 Gudali breed cattle, contributing to research and value-added dairy and meat production.
Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme
In partnership with the Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa and Max Felchlin AG (YGL’s primary organic cocoa buyer), the Foundation provides a robust health insurance program that covers farmers, their families, and up to six dependents.
Natural Cosmetics Development
Utilizing cocoa husks and essential oils, the Foundation supports the production of natural cosmetic products through a dedicated experimental lab at theEco-Industrial Park.
Bourbon Vanilla Cultivation
A 10-acre vanilla farm has been established to support sustainable chocolate production and diversify income streams for farmers.
Grass-Fed Cattle Ranching
In collaboration with the Bern University of Applied Sciences, the Foundation operates a cattle ranch with over 50 Gudali breed cattle, contributing to research and value-added dairy and meat production.
Organic Poultry Initiative
Plans are underway to launch an organic poultry and egg production facility, starting with 5,000 birds, as part of efforts to boost protein availability and create rural jobs.