Taivana specializes in growing and exporting high-quality vanilla products from Taiwan.
Vanilla, with its delightful aroma and versatile flavor, is a popular ingredient in cosmetics, food, and beverages. In response to the growing market demand for vanilla, Taivana Farming was created.
Taivana Farming is a vanilla products exporter company based in Taiwan. Our journey began when Taiwanese musician-farmer A-Nan Hsu met French entrepreneur Cedric Jaeg. Together, our goal is to promote Taiwan’s agriculture by providing stable, high-quality vanilla to businesses worldwide.
At Taivana Farming, we focus on ensuring a reliable supply of quality vanilla. By working closely with local farmers, we strive to maintain consistent standards. Our commitment to reliability makes us a trusted partner for businesses seeking dependable vanilla products.
Towards a More Sustainable World: Sustainable Farming Partnerships
Taivana’s core values revolve around sustainability and ethics. We closely collaborate with local farms in Taiwan, supporting their transition to environmentally friendly farming practices, such as the Agri-PV system. This system involves installing solar panels above crops, optimizing space usage, generating energy, and safeguarding crops from adverse weather conditions. In fact, vanilla stands out as an ideal crop for Agri-PV systems, utilizing the shade provided by solar panels to promote its growth and enhance its overall development.
Additionally, our team is committed to fostering the agricultural sector by hiring recent university graduates, encouraging their involvement in this promising field.
Moreover, founders of Taivana Farming accompanied our team to Indonesia to engage with local farmers, seeking to deepen their expertise and insight into vanilla cultivation. With their expertise and the experience gained from Indonesia, they are well-equipped to guide the young workforce towards advancement in the field.
The Founders of Taivana Farming
許恒男 A-Nan Hsu
Mr. A-Nan Hsu embodies the perfect blend of agricultural expertise and artistic passion. As a second-generation member of an edamame farming family in south Taiwan, he grew up immersed in the rhythms of the fields, he possesses extensive knowledge of crop planting and management techniques from an early age. However, alongside his agricultural pursuits, Mr. Hsu has a unique passion—a deep love for jazz drumming and music that fueled his soul.
While music deeply moved him, agriculture remained Mr. Hsu’s true passion and main focus. A skilled farmer, he expertly managed tasks like contract farming and embraced advanced agricultural technologies, pushing the industry forward. Beyond farming, Mr. Hsu wholeheartedly pursued his love for music, organizing exciting concerts, using his farm as an unique stage to create immersive experiences that combined cultural enrichment with agricultural appeal. His dedication helped to grow the field of agricultural tourism in Taiwan.
In essence, Mr. Hsu is a multi-talented person with both agricultural expertise and musical talent. His pioneering work in technological innovation and captivating musical performances not only redefine farming but also enrich the cultural life of his community. Mr. Hsu demonstrated his dual love and contribution to agriculture and music.
Mr. Hsu’s deep passion for agriculture leads him to inspire young people to join this promising field. He sees agriculture not only as a traditional industry but also as a realm full of potential for growth. Alongside his own farm work, he actively engages in agricultural education, sharing his experiences to encourage young people to embrace the challenges and opportunities of this dynamic industry.
葉士德 Cedric Jaeg
Mr. Cédric Jaeg, a dynamic French entrepreneur, has been deeply immersed in various sectors since his arrival in Taiwan 25 years ago. His entrepreneurial journey began in the electronic and later in the orchid industry. He eventually extended across Southeast Asia where he left an imprint in Indonesia’s textile sector. Transitioning his focus to renewable energy arena in 2015, Mr. Jaeg made significant contributions to the industry across several south-east Asian markets.
With extensive experience in green energy, particularly solar power, Mr. Jaeg has spearheaded diverse solar projects ranging from floating PV systems to innovative Fishery and Agri-PV. The latter combine farming and fishing practices with electricity production, effectively optimizing land use while minimizing carbon emissions. This innovative approach not only facilitates crop growth but also generates renewable energy in an environmentally friendly way.
Having spent over two decades living in Taiwan and conducting business across Asia, Mr. Jaeg has cultivated a deep understanding and appreciation for Asian cultures. His intercultural competence has been a crucial factor in his success across various domains in Asia. Now, his passion for Taiwan drives him to assist Taiwan’s agriculture in expanding globally, while also showcasing the country’s beauty and potential to the world.
With a commitment to both Taiwan and expertise in green energy, Mr. Jaeg aims to support local farmers in embracing eco-friendly energy production methods. Vanilla, in particular, stands out as a crop perfectly suited for Agri-PV systems, benefiting from the shade provided by solar panels; this approach not only helps vanilla plants grow better but also enhances their overall development. Moreover, together with Mr. Hsu, he took the team to Indonesia where they worked closely with local farmers to deepen their expertise in vanilla cultivation. This hands-on experience allowed them to gain valuable insights and expertise.