Coffee (Volcafe)

Volcafe is one of the world’s largest coffee merchants, trading since 1851 and specialising in worldwide green coffee procurement.

Liquid Products (MLP)

ED&F Man Liquid Products (MLP) trades a diverse range of products, sourcing, shipping, storing and distributing molasses, molasses blends, liquid feeds, beet pulp pellets and fish oils.

Sugar

We are a world-class international merchant of sugar and value-add sugar products including organic sugars, sweeteners and blends, liquified sugar and alcohol products.

Cotton

ED&F Man Cotton is an ambitious, fast-growing business which aims to become a leading trader of raw cotton, serving customers around the world.

Why work with us?

Strategic partners for the long term

Close partnerships at origin and destination
with key supply chain assets and local expertise.

Strong relationships throughout
the supply chain offering bespoke and tailored solutions.

Financial product expertise
to help our partners manage their commercial risk.

A long, deep-rooted heritage
with a reputation for quality of service and reliability.

Innovation and opportunities
within existing markets and in newly emerging ones.

Partnerships on sustainability projects
aligned with our shared values.

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Our History

Learn more about our long history dating back to 1783

“I have been working for Volcafe for over a decade now, and what I value the most is the relationships you build, not only with teammates around the globe, but also within your community and how connecting the supply chain can make a positive impact on farmers lives”

Maria Morales, General Manager, Guatemala, Coffee

“As a company, ED&F Man values employees’ work-life balance and promotes a holistic approach in motivating their best work. ED&F Man / Volcafe offered me the opportunity to work with extremely smart people and perform challenging work. There has never been a time when I have been disappointed. A unique aspect of ED&F Man is the level of talent combined with a willingness to share and learn from each other’s expertise. ED&F Man is a company I am really proud of and great place to work. Because of the company’s culture and values, we as employees feel passionate about our careers and grow professionally. The last 7 years have been awesome in the company, and I look forward to working for many more years to come.”

Chalapathi Maralur, General Manager Bangalore & Head Of Agronomy Coffee, India, Coffee

“If you’re intellectually curious, up for a challenge and self-directed in your approach you will thrive in this diverse and multicultural business where no two days are ever alike and you really do have the opportunity to shape the future in a fascinating, global business.”

Adrian Osbourn, Head of Learning and Development, United Kingdom, Corporate

“No day is the same working in such a dynamic industry and entrepreneurial environment. With our global presence, career opportunities are endless. ”

Dionne Cobelens, Trader, Netherlands, MLP

“With a diversity of clients spread across different regions, working with ED&F Man Sugar will allow you to visit, trade, and understand various regions within the soft commodity world; all the while allowing you to display your entrepreneurial skills when the opportunity arises.”

Issam Zeitoun , Trader, United Kingdom, Sugar