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Our story

Our story

Growing responsibly from day one

Sustainability has been part of Nedstar since the beginning. A vision to make global trade more transparent and ethical has grown into a company that connects quality, responsibility, and long-term value through sustainable sourcing.

Today, we work with producers and clients in more than 75 countries, building relationships grounded in trust, sustainability, and shared progress and growth.

Farmer rides a bicycle loaded with fresh green fodder along a rural dirt path.
Young green plant sprouting from rich soil with a dark blurred background.

Our beginnings

Building a business that creates opportunity and impact

From the start, we recognised the unmet needs of underserved regions, particularly in Africa, where access to reliable and high quality commodities was limited.
We set out to close that gap by creating supply chains that deliver value for customers while generating lasting opportunities for local communities.

This approach laid the foundation for how we operate today, combining commercial expertise with social responsibility to make global trade more transparent, fair and sustainable.

 

"At Nedstar, we always strive to do what’s best for the planet and its people. We work with partners who share our values and believe in a fairer, more sustainable world."

Steven van Wassenaer, Director and Co-Founder of Nedstar

Our ESG leadership

While the logistics and commodities sector has often focused on price and volume, we believe that sustainable and ethical business practices should set the standard.

Over the years, we have strengthened our ESG strategy by defining clear responsibilities across teams and embedding sustainability into every part of our operations. This focus has enabled us to expand our portfolio with more sustainable products and scale our positive impact globally.

Our efforts have been recognised through certifications such as ISO 14001 certification and an silver EcoVadis medal, placing Nedstar among the top ten percent of the most sustainable companies worldwide.

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Aerial view of a harvester loading crops into a trailer in a green field, with an EcoVadis Silver Sustainability Rating badge dated June 2025.

Sustainability at the heart of who we are

From the beginning, our mission has been to grow responsibly and show that global trade can succeed without harming the planet.

Through initiatives such as Tree Nation and The Green Intelligence, we help restore forests, support local livelihoods and protect natural resources for future generations.

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100,000

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trees planted
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90

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hectares reforested
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36,000

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tonnes of CO2 captured
2-4

125

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youth trained

"Real change only lasts if it works for business, for the planet and for people."

Steven van Wassenaer, Director and Co-Founder of Nedstar

Build a sustainable future with Nedstar

Our story continues with every new partnership and initiative that drives meaningful change.

Together with our producers, clients and our team, we are shaping a future where quality, responsibility and sustainability move forward as one.

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