Who we are
We have a long history of expertise in oilseed farming and manufacturing.
Growing from our roots into Brazil into an international investing presence.
23
years of history
5
countries
1000+
ha under cultivation worldwide
2
segments
HISTORY
Leader in next-generation oilseed farming
OB was founded in 1978 by a group of shareholders to develop their region of Brazil, São João da Baliza. What started with a relatively small area of 50 hectares spread among several locations has now grown to over 15,000 hectares in Brazil, and 4,000 hectares in international markets.
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Our guiding principle has always been sustainable development, creating jobs and opportunities for people while protecting the environment and local communities. Each of our farms has a worker’s committee that meets regularly with management, and in an exception for Brazil, the committee has a seat on the company board.
HISTORY
We have also proven our innovation both in expanding the scope of our products and geography. In 2004, we were one of the first companies to invest heavily in the biodiesel sector. In 2009, we diversified beyond palm oil and biodiesel into other oilseeds, and in 2018 we launched outside of South America to invest in African production. Where will our journey take us next? Join us to see.
History
1978
Company incorporated and begins with 50 Ha of palm oil in São João da Baliza (RR)
1981
Expand farming area to 5000 ha with addition of farms in Rondônia and Acre
1991
Inaguration of state-of-the art palm oil processing plant in Rondônia
2004
Continued expansion of farming operations and launch of biodiesel plant in Amazonas.
2009
Visionary diversification into Copra, Rapeseed and Sunflower seed farming.
2018
First overseas investments in Tanzania.
2019
European Commission announces EU will phase out palm oil in biodiesel
by 2030.