In our day-to-day lives, we make countless choices – big and small. Some we don’t think twice about, like which cooking oil to use at home. But what if we told you that switching to stone-pressed groundnut oil can be one of the easiest and most impactful decisions you can make, not just for your health, but also for our environment?
At OwnFresh, we believe purity is a way of living. That’s why we bring to you traditionally made, stone-pressed oils – especially groundnut oil – that not only carry the essence of age-old Indian wisdom but also support sustainable farming and eco-friendly processing. Let’s understand how.
1. No Harmful Chemicals – Cleaner Soil & Water
When you choose organic groundnut oil, you’re supporting a farming system that completely avoids chemical fertilizers and synthetic pesticides. These harmful substances not only degrade the quality of soil over time but also seep into groundwater and harm nearby ecosystems.
At OwnFresh, the farmers we work with grow groundnuts using only natural inputs like compost, cow dung, neem spray, etc. This keeps the soil rich and alive, and the nearby water sources remain clean and safe — for us and for the next generation.
2. Traditional Stone-Pressing Means Less Pollution
Unlike modern refining processes that involve high temperatures and chemical solvents like hexane, stone-pressing is a slow, natural method. We use a cold (or rather, stone) press method where groundnuts are crushed at low speed and low heat, maintaining all nutrients and flavours.
And the best part? This method consumes significantly less energy. No heavy machinery. No emissions. Just the old wooden ghani doing its work gracefully.
By sticking to traditional techniques, we’re reducing carbon footprints and honouring a process that’s been kind to the earth for centuries.
3. Local Sourcing = Lower Transportation Impact
Most commercial oils travel long distances before reaching your kitchen — sometimes crossing states or even countries. This involves a lot of fuel, packaging, and refrigeration, adding to environmental pollution.
But at OwnFresh, we consciously source groundnuts from local farms, process them in small batches, and deliver fresh to your doorstep. This reduces fuel usage, supports local farmers, and ensures you get oil that hasn’t lost its freshness in transit.
4. Sustainable Packaging Matters
We all know the damage that plastic waste causes. That’s why OwnFresh avoids unnecessary plastic packaging and uses eco-friendly bottles and cartons that can be reused or recycled. Even our labeling and packing materials are kept minimal and biodegradable.
When you buy from us, you’re not just getting good oil, but you’re also becoming part of a greener lifestyle.
5. A Step Towards Regenerative Agriculture
Organic farming is not just about avoiding chemicals — it’s about working with nature, not against it. By promoting soil fertility, water conservation, crop rotation, and natural pest control, it helps the land regenerate and stay productive in the long term.
Stone-pressed oil production also generates minimal waste. The leftover groundnut cake is not thrown away — it is either used as animal feed or as organic fertilizer for the next crop. Nothing is wasted. Everything goes back to the earth.
This circular model of farming and processing is how our ancestors lived. And this is how we at OwnFresh aim to bring that balance back.
6. Less Processing = Less Waste
Refined oils go through bleaching, deodorizing, filtering, and all sorts of processes that require resources — and produce a lot of waste in the form of heat, water, and chemical by-products.
On the other hand, stone-pressed groundnut oil is made with zero chemicals, zero heat, and minimal filtering. It’s simple. It’s clean. And it respects the raw power of nature.
By avoiding harsh refining, OwnFresh reduces environmental waste and ensures the oil retains its full nutritional value — just as nature intended.
Final Thoughts – Small Choice, Big Impact
Every drop of OwnFresh’s stone-pressed organic groundnut oil carries more than just taste and health. It carries respect — for nature, for farmers, and for future generations. By choosing our oils, you’re choosing to support an eco-conscious lifestyle that values the earth and all that it provides.
So next time you pour oil into your pan, remember — it’s not just oil, it’s a reflection of your values.
Together, let’s cook with care. Let’s live with purity.
Let’s choose OwnFresh.
