fair trade lavender

About 40 km north of Moldova’s capital, Chisinau, Weleda has established its sustainable project for the cultivation of organic Lavender. The fertile black earth and hot, dry summers provide ideal growing conditions for this key plant.

Weleda works with up to 200 seasonal harvesting partners in this area. Many people—particularly in rural areas—live below poverty in Moldova. Through this partnership, Weleda has supported organic cultivation and provided farmers with the ability to export their goods with a long-term guarantee. This secure demand supports the economic and social makeup of the region. In addition, the organic cultivation of Lavender in Moldova further supports the fertile earth and environmental wellbeing of the region.


cultivation location
Moldova

time of harvest
begins mid-July

cultivation quality
organic