When it comes to energy, the main problem in countries such as Ghana is the lack of energy in large parts of the country (despite the impressive Akosombo dam and the hydro electricity installation).  This was also a problem in the area surrounding Bio Exotica. As Kwame explains “At the beginning, essential infrastructure was missing in the region; there was no electricity, only a sandy access road and no accommodation for healthcare or education in the area”. However, when Bio-Exotica started to flourish thing improved rapidly “With the help of the local government and the effort of Bio-Exotica, an electricity network was developed. This was very special at the time because Ghana was in the middle of an electricity crisis. Next, an access road was constructed which opened the way for international export as well as allowing easy mobilization of the people in the area. The road, the availability of electricity and the employment provided by Bio Exotica have greatly influenced the well being of the community”

As with all fruits, when it comes to energy, pineapple plants rely on mother nature.  Therefore in farming the dominant energy inputs are indirect and come from for the manufacture and transport of fertilisers (specifically nitrogen) and pesticides.  Depending on the crop these can account for as much as 80% of the energy input.  Since Bioexotica farms organically and therefore does not use chemical fertilisers, pesticides or other agro chemicals, it therefore comes as no surprise that his organic apples, pears and plums are considerably more energy efficient than their non organic counterparts.