Capital firm Bahlam grants mezzanine loan to company Doselva P.B.C.
In the heart of Central America, Doselva Public Benefit Corporation, a company dedicated to producing and exporting high-quality organic spices, has seen significant impact and growth in Nicaragua and Honduras. This growth can be attributed to the strategic partnership with Bahlam Capital, a commercial fund manager that combines operational rigor with local insights to drive value.
Doselva sources organic turmeric, ginger, cardamom, allspice, lemongrass, and vanilla from over 300 smallholder farmers in these countries, promoting regenerative agroforestry practices. The company's vertical integration from sourcing, processing, to exporting these spices to leading U.S. brands has built a reputation as a trusted supplier, with a focus on traceability, quality, and sustainability.
Bahlam Capital's investment, provided as a mezzanine loan, has contributed directly to Doselva's continued expansion in Nicaragua and Honduras. This growth capital not only supports Doselva in scaling operations but also enables the company to offer farmers significantly higher incomes than traditional crops, along with technical training and agronomic support to promote more sustainable and productive agricultural practices.
The partnership with Bahlam Capital, a firm with local expertise and commitment to transformative growth in Central America, underscores the importance of understanding regional challenges. Bahlam's backing enables Doselva to navigate this challenging environment effectively and reinforces Doselva's resilience and impact in the agriculture sector.
Founded in 2023, Bahlam Capital provides transformational capital to mid-sized companies across Central America, seeking businesses at an inflection point, eager to expand their commercial offering or move up the value-creation chain. Bahlam identifies, funds, and executes on the most promising growth opportunities for companies in the region.
Bahlam Capital has offices in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and Boston, Massachusetts. This investment marks Bahlam's first in Nicaragua, deepening its footprint across Central America. The firm remains committed to the region's development, believing that private capital is vital to its growth.
Doselva's model aims to improve rural livelihoods while advancing sustainable agriculture. By aggregating, processing, and exporting these spices, Doselva offers technical support, inputs, and guaranteed market access to the farmers it works with. This partnership has led to meaningful social and environmental benefits, improving farmer livelihoods and promoting regenerative agriculture.
Sources: [1] Doselva Press Release, [Date] [2] Bahlam Capital Press Release, [Date]
News in the finance sector highlights Bahlam Capital's investment in Doselva Public Benefit Corporation, a company focused on organic spice production and export in Central America. This cloud of funding, in the form of a mezzanine loan, is facilitating Doselva's growth in Nicaragua and Honduras, benefiting smallholder farmers through higher incomes, technical training, and support for sustainable practices in their businesses.
