An Ishyo Foods worker tending a stainless-steel yoghurt production vat

Our commitment

Responsible growth, rooted in Rwanda.

Sustainability at Ishyo goes beyond protecting the environment. It's about creating lasting value for the people we work with, from the farmers who supply our milk and fruit to the families who enjoy our products every day.

We believe responsible business starts at home, with local partnerships, quality production, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Areas of sustainability

More than farming.

Our sustainability work spans sourcing, food safety and responsible production.

Supporting Local Farmers

  • Locally sourced milk
  • Partnerships with dairy farmers
  • Fruit sourced from Rwandan growers
  • Fair and reliable market access
  • Strengthening local agriculture

Quality & Food Safety

  • High manufacturing standards
  • Hygiene practices
  • Product quality checks
  • Continuous improvement
  • RSB & HACCP certifications

Responsible Production

  • Reducing food waste
  • Efficient water use
  • Packaging improvements
  • Switching from plastic jars to glass jars
  • Recycling initiatives

Local agriculture

Fair market access for Rwandan farmers.

Ishyo sources milk locally and works with growers who supply fruit for yoghurts and jams. Reliable demand gives farmers a stronger route to market and keeps more value inside Rwanda's food system.

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Local milk

Partnerships with dairy farmers keep sourcing close to home.

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Rwandan fruit

Mangoes, pineapples, strawberries and tree tomatoes support growers.

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Reliable access

Regular production creates a dependable market for local agriculture.

Rolling green hills and acacia trees of the Rwandan countryside

Quality you can trust

Food safety, built in.

High standards, hygiene practices, product checks and continuous improvement guide every batch.

RSB Certified HACCP Certified

Food Safety Policy

ISHYO FOODS Ltd / Reviewed & redesigned annually

ISHYO FOODS Ltd is committed to provide competitive yoghurts and jam products of the highest quality to its customers. To achieve this, the company consistently satisfies customer, statutory and regulatory requirements while keeping products safe and competitive.

Employees are trained in hygiene and individually responsible for the quality of their work, supporting continual improvement and a food safety culture across the organization.