Product Offerings
Product Categories:
fruits and vegetables, Food Additives & Ingredients
Products:
Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables, Food Ingredients
Agrifoods Imports and Exports Ltda is a globally active trading company specializing in the import and export of fresh fruits and vegetables. Headquartered in Schiedam, Netherlands, and closely connected to South American production hubs—particularly Brazil—the company plays a strategic role in sourcing, quality assurance, and cross-border distribution for high-value agricultural commodities. Agrifoods services both the European and global markets with a wide portfolio of fresh produce, offering reliability, seasonal flexibility, and direct-from-grower transparency.
Company Background
With a focus on quality and long-term relationships, Agrifoods Imports and Exports Ltda operates as an intermediary between global producers and distributors. The company works extensively with growers in South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Argentina, and coordinates the flow of fruits and vegetables to Europe, the Middle East, and Asia through its logistical base in the Netherlands.
Operating under a dual registration system (Brazil and the Netherlands), Agrifoods benefits from access to both hemispheric supply seasons and international trade compliance frameworks. The company’s presence in Schiedam positions it within close proximity to the Port of Rotterdam, Europe’s largest seaport, facilitating seamless container handling and customs clearance.
Core Business
Agrifoods engages in:
- Import/export of fresh fruits and vegetables
- Sourcing and quality control at origin
- Customs and logistics coordination
- Private label and bulk B2B fulfillment
- Seasonal procurement planning and market forecasting
The company supports retail chains, wholesale distributors, and food service clients seeking consistent and high-grade agricultural produce across various climatic windows.
Product Offerings
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Fruits
- Avocados (Hass)
- Mangoes (Palmer, Tommy Atkins)
- Grapes (Pilar Moscato)
- Papayas
- Pomegranates
- Limes & Lemons
- Oranges
- Pears & Apples
- Plums
- Melons
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Vegetables
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Onions
- Sweet Potatoes
The company also provides variety-specific packaging formats and mixed loads, ideal for multi-category retailers and importers.
Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
- Brazilian-South American Origin Expertise: Strong sourcing partnerships and on-ground presence in Brazil, ensuring competitive pricing and transparency
- Dual-Market Access: Operations in both the EU and Latin America allow seamless seasonal transitions and regulatory compliance
- Efficient Logistics Coordination: Located near Rotterdam port with container tracking, customs clearance, and bonded warehousing options
- Traceability and Food Safety: Collaborates with certified growers maintaining GlobalG.A.P., HACCP, and other international standards
- Flexible Supply Solutions: Capable of supplying large-scale volumes or custom container loads for niche clients
Market Insights and Export Reach
Agrifoods does not publicly disclose financial data, but trade records and customs databases indicate:
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Annual trade volume: Estimated 800–1,200 containers per year across multiple product lines
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Main sourcing countries: Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Spain, Egypt, and South Africa
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Primary destination markets:
- Western Europe: Netherlands, Germany, France, UK
- Eastern Europe: Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary
- Middle East: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman
- Asia-Pacific: India, Malaysia, Singapore
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Seasonal peak exports: Avocados and mangoes from Brazil (September to February); citrus and apples (May to September)
Target Market
Agrifoods serves:
- European retail chains and supermarkets
- Wholesale produce distributors
- Import/export agencies
- Hospitality and food service suppliers
- Specialty produce brokers
Their mix of bulk and tailored supply models enables business with large multinationals as well as mid-sized regional wholesalers.
Capabilities
- Origin procurement and grower relationship management
- Container consolidation and mixed load management
- Reefer and cold chain logistics support
- Pre-shipment quality control and documentation
- Custom packaging and labelling for retail presentation
The company also provides weekly availability and harvest reports to clients for forecasting and contract planning.
Certifications and Compliance
Agrifoods partners with farms and packhouses that maintain:
- GlobalG.A.P. – For responsible agricultural practices
- GRASP – Socially responsible practices in supply chain
- HACCP – Food safety assurance
- BRC or IFS (as required by client contracts)
- Phyto and sanitary certification for each export country
These certifications ensure compliance with destination market regulatory and safety standards.
Customer Testimonials
“Agrifoods is a reliable partner for Brazilian mangoes and limes. Their ability to fulfill orders with short lead times makes them valuable to our wholesale operation.”
— Fruit Import Manager, Netherlands
“We've worked with Agrifoods for two seasons now. Their avocado quality and pricing have been consistently competitive, and documentation is always in order.”
— Retail Category Buyer, Germany
Major Achievements
- Successfully built a stable year-round avocado supply chain from Brazil and Peru to Europe
- Expanded from a single-product exporter into a multi-category fruit and vegetable trader
- Developed proprietary supply programs with certified GlobalG.A.P. growers in Bahia and São Paulo states
- Established logistical integration with major Rotterdam freight forwarders for real-time cargo management
- Maintained 100% compliance with EU phytosanitary inspection requirements over the past three years
With a strong foundation in sourcing, logistics, and regulatory expertise, Agrifoods Imports and Exports Ltda continues to strengthen its position as a trusted facilitator of fresh produce trade between Latin America and the world.