Transparency

We work with a small group of farmers who know their land inside out. Our oils are always single origin (and single estate depending on the oil) and we stay close to every step of the process, from harvesting to bottling. Nothing is outsourced and nothing is blended.

 

As part of our promise to transparency, we also provide access to test results.

Health

Health is at the core of Solum®. We offer oils based on on their nutritional quality and test every batch extensively to make sure that integrity is preserved.

 

Our Solum® Standard breaks down the initial lab-based criteria we set for our oils but our health-first approach goes beyond these parameters to encompass everything we can, from purity to residues and contaminants. 

Sustainability

Not all organic farming practices are sustainable. In many cases, it can be just as harmful as conventional methods, especially when done at an industrial scale.

 

Large operations often rely on heavy machinery, too much irrigation and inputs that wear down the soil over time. This kind of farming tends to prioritize short-term yield often at the expense of biodiversity and soil health.

 

We look for partners who do things differently. Farms that use lighter touch practices to help rebuild ecosystems. These include planting cover crops, utilizing underused spaces, producing their own compost, reducing tillage and installing support structures for wildlife. It's a slower and more expensive way to farm, but it’s better for the soil, the trees and the ecosystem they support.

 

We’re also working to keep our footprint low by cutting waste, recycling and opting for materials that are easier on the planet.

Community

Community shows up in two ways for us. 

 

First, through the farmers, the producers and everyone involved in our oils. These are the people that put in real work and we're committed to ensure they're paid and treated fairly.

 

Second is the community around the bottle. We're serious about keeping our oils accessible by pricing them fairly, staying transparent about how they're made and helping people understand what's in the bottle and why it matters.