Carlo Sessa

Pioneering jojoba cultivation in the Israeli desert

Jojoba Desert, established in the 1980s in Kibbutz Hatzerim, Israel, has transformed the Negev desert landscape through innovative desert farming practices. The company specializes in jojoba cultivation and operates as a cosmetic lab producing pure, cold-pressed jojoba oil.

Advanced production and manufacturing capabilities

Since 2017, the company operates a state-of-the-art automated facility, combining traditional farming knowledge with modern technology. This facility enables consistent production of high-quality jojoba oil, rich in Omega-9 and free from additives.

Product development and testing

The facility includes specialized laboratories where experts analyze and refine jojoba oil products, ensuring they meet international quality standards for cosmetic applications.

Sustainable practices in desert agriculture

Located in the heart of the Negev desert, Jojoba Desert implements innovative water conservation methods, including:

• Advanced drip irrigation systems
• Water recycling programs
• Solar energy utilization
• Waste material repurposing for fertilizer

Environmental impact and biodiversity

The company maintains Wild Type Jojoba plantations, contributing to local biodiversity preservation. Their farming methods actively combat desertification in the Negev region, demonstrating how agricultural innovation can positively impact arid environments.

Global market presence

With over three decades of experience in jojoba cultivation and processing, Jojoba Desert serves international markets, providing pure jojoba oil for cosmetic manufacturing. Their location in Israel’s Negev desert creates optimal growing conditions for jojoba plants, resulting in high-quality oil production.