Leaders in soft commodity services
ECOM operates in more than 40 major producing countries, working with thousands of farmers and local businesses. We employ more than a thousand agronomists and field staff globally, running innovative, on-the-ground operations and sustainability programmes to help our customers and farming communities worldwide.
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ECOM, a leading commodity merchant
We're here to help create sustainable futures.
For more than 175 years, ECOM has been helping to secure the long-term future of coffee, cocoa, cotton, nuts and ingredients.
Operating in over 40 countries, we work on the ground with thousands of farmers and local businesses as an origin-integrated company, supporting the adoption of climate-smart farming practices that improve farmer livelihoods and protect and regenerate nature.
Through our transparent, responsible supply chains, we deliver the high-quality products and solutions our customers need.
We source commodities directly from farmers, provide primary processing, logistics and risk management services, and supply to branded product manufacturers worldwide.
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Our Heritage
Carrying on our 175+ years of market experience and family business heritage.
We are committed to responsible leadership in the soft commodities industry.
Our global operations rely on our wide footprint in local markets, our extensive knowledge of supply chain and risk management, farmer friendly procurement, and client-focused distribution to create a valuable and profitable environment for all our stakeholders.
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Sustainability Impact
Sustainability at our core
Thanks to our pioneering, innovative spirit, ECOM was an early adopter of certification and an advocate of farm-level support. We have spent nearly two decades embedding sustainable, ethical practices into our coffee, cocoa, and cotton supply chains worldwide.
As the impacts of climate change become more evident and the role of business in protecting human rights becomes ever more vital, we are accelerating our efforts.
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Acquistion of Universal Commodities (Tea) Trading, Inc. to the ECOM Group
We are pleased to announce that Universal Commodities (Tea) Trading (UCTT), will be joining the ECOM Group, marking an important step in expanding its global soft commodities platform and establishing its presence in the tea sector.
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Silent Brew, Strong Voices Project Updates
Following the SCTA Next Gen's Sustainability Award for our project 'Silent Brew, Strong Voices', we're proud to share an update on the impact this project is having in Pu'er, China.
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Shaping a more resilient future for U.S. Cotton – 2026 ACSA Annual Convention
ECOM recently participated in the 2026 American Cotton Shippers Association (ACSA) Annual Convention, one of the U.S. cotton industry's key annual gatherings.
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2025 Cocoa Sustainability Report
We are pleased to share the release of our 2025 Cocoa Sustainability Report, highlighting the progress made across cocoa supply chain over the past year.
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