Located in the heart of Antalaha, Madagascar, SOA PRODUCTION was born from an agricultural cooperative with over 20 years of experience in vanilla cultivation and processing. Driven by an ambitious vision to promote local expertise, it has evolved into a certified export company.

Driven by Marie Ange, a passionate and dedicated entrepreneur recognized as one of Madagascar’s leading vanilla preparers, the company has built its reputation on artisanal production methods that respect both the environment and Malagasy traditions.

While vanilla has been the cooperative’s historical activity, SOA PRODUCTION has recently developed an essential oil supply chain for patchouli, following a strategy of sustainable diversification.

SOA PRODUCTION relies on the MAMOKATRA cooperative, which brings together partner producers and supports their skills development through regular training sessions. The company aims to build a modern, sustainable, and exemplary vanilla and patchouli supply chain, both in Madagascar and internationally.

At SOA PRODUCTION, Quality, Transparency, and Respect are the foundation of everything we do each day.

Quality :

Every step of production is carried out with care, precision, and expertise. Each vanilla bean and each patchouli leaf are handpicked, carefully selected, and processed to ensure the highest quality products.

Transparency :

At SOA PRODUCTION, transparency is ensured through complete and rigorous traceability: each product is monitored from cultivation to export, guaranteeing both quality and sanitary compliance.

Respect for producers :

SOA PRODUCTION places the development of rural Malagasy communities at the heart of its model.

Today, over 500 people actively participate in our activities, from planting to export. By collaborating with local producers organized in a cooperative, we support their skills development.

At SOA PRODUCTION, we uphold a demanding and responsible vision of agriculture. Our practices are based on a dual commitment: preserving nature, valuing people, and ensuring quality.

Responsible and sustainable production
Our model is based on environmentally respectful agricultural practices :

• A cultivation free of pesticides and chemical inputs;
• The partial use of renewable energy for patchouli distillation;
• An ecological waste management system and active preservation of biodiversity around our plantations;
• Artisanal processes that preserve product quality while minimizing our ecological footprint.

A strong commitment to rural communities

By working closely with local growers, we guarantee fair prices. We also support our producers through regular training sessions to enhance their skills and promote sustainable development in Malagasy rural communities.

A high standard of quality

Each vanilla bean and each patchouli leaf undergoes a rigorous manual sorting, monitoring of quality controls at each stage.
We conduct regular laboratory analyses (vanillin content, moisture, chromatography) to meet the requirements of international markets. We are also committed to pursuing industry-standard certifications, including Ecocert Organic and HACCP.

Facilities
Located in Antalaha, SOA PRODUCTION’s main site benefits from an ideal climate for vanilla cultivation. It includes :

• A 300-hectare plantation estate cultivated by skilled farmers using traditional methods ;
• A 5,000 m² warehouse, Located near the plantation, it features spacious, well-ventilated hangars designed to handle every stage of the process, including drying, processing, storage, and packaging areas ;
• An artisanal patchouli distillation unit adjoining our processing areas.

Production capacity

• Up to 100 tons of vanilla prepared each year ;
• 5 tons of patchouli essential oil production, with significant growth potential.

Manufacturing process
Our products follow the following process :

• Vanilla : Harvesting > Scalding > Sweating > Drying > Curing > Sorting > Packaging ;
• Patchouli : Harvesting > Leaf drying > Steam distillation > Filtration > Packaging.

Each stage undergoes internal quality control in compliance with the health standards of international markets.

SOA PRODUCTION is based on a solid human organization, involving more than 500 employees spread across different departments :

• Agricultural production (vanilla and patchouli) ;
• Artisanal processing ;
• Quality control and logistics ;
• Sales, export, and customer relations ;
• Research & Development.

The work environment is characterized by the transmission of know-how, team empowerment, and a shared commitment to showcasing the natural and human wealth of Madagascar.

The company supports the professional development of its employees through continuous training and ensures fair, motivating working conditions rooted in a spirit of cooperative solidarity.