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FeaturedRegulations19 October 2026

Vanilla: 141 operators approved for export, 2026-2027 season

The first list of operators meeting the requirements to export vanilla for the 2026-2027 season has been published. The 141 operators concerned can collect their approval certificate from the Ministry of Trade and Consumer Affairs in Ambohidahy from 21 October 2026.

Source: Ministry of Trade and Consumer Affairs, Madagascar

See the list on the Ministry website

Latest publications

Practical tips21 October 2026

Managing your business with a simple dashboard: 5 steps for agricultural SMEs and cooperatives

Many companies and cooperatives still make decisions based on gut feeling. A well-designed dashboard, even a simple spreadsheet, helps anticipate problems, negotiate better and earn the trust of buyers and financial partners.

The 5 steps

  • 1. Start from objectivesDefine what you want to improve (profitability, quality, supply, customer satisfaction) and translate each objective into one or two indicators.
  • 2. Few indicators, but the right onesSeven or eight reliable indicators beat thirty approximate ones: volumes, quality, cash flow, costs, organization.
  • 3. Who measures, how, whenAn owner, a clear data source and an update frequency for each indicator, in line with traceability requirements.
  • 4. Alert thresholdsCompare each figure with a target or the previous period, using a green, orange, red color code.
  • 5. A decision meetingA short monthly review to analyze gaps and decide on corrective actions, in the spirit of ISO 9001 continuous improvement.
  • Mistakes to avoidToo many indicators, measuring without deciding, changing calculation methods, keeping the dashboard to yourself.

Article by IDEMCO. IDEMCO supports companies and cooperatives in assessing their organization and setting up management tools.

Contact IDEMCO: development@idemco.mg
Market analysis29 May 2026

Vanilla market: oversupply and historically low prices

IDEMCO summary of the May 2026 market report published by vanilla trader Aust & Hachmann. Global supply far exceeds demand, and inflation-adjusted prices are at historic lows in Madagascar and Uganda.

Key points

  • SupplyMadagascar may have exceeded 4,000 t in 2025; the 2026 crop is estimated at 3,000–3,500 t, with a much higher share of G1 than G3. Accumulated stocks are prolonging the downturn.
  • RegulationLate 2025 saw the removal of the US$4/kg export tax and of US tariffs. The US$250/kg minimum price (2022–2024) has been dropped; the minimums now mentioned (US$50, 25 and 15/kg by grade) are not backed by a published decree, according to the authors.
  • Quality2025 cuts (G3) are rated excellent, but vanillin levels in G1 were disappointing. The authors warn about overly moist black vanilla vacuum-packed too early.
  • DemandLarge industrial buyers hold the advantage. The authors see little justification in vanillin content for the G1/G3 price gap, and organic and fair-trade premiums are becoming relatively more expensive.
  • OutlookThe slump may last longer than previous cycles. A year-round open market is rumoured, with no official statement; the authors see a risk for quality and organic traceability.
  • Authors' recommendationReduce global stocks and, for buyers, secure needs through the end of 2027, possibly 2028.

Source: Aust & Hachmann (Canada), May 2026 market report. Summary by IDEMCO; opinions are those of the report's authors.

Read the full report (in French)

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