Product Offerings
Product Categories:
fruits and vegetables
Products:
Fresh Fruits, Fresh Vegetables
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Al Sadat Agro Fruit is an Egyptian agricultural export company specializing in the production, packing, and global distribution of premium citrus fruits and vegetables. Located in Kafr El Sadat, one of Egypt’s key agricultural and logistics regions, the company is strategically positioned to serve both domestic growers and international markets with year-round, high-quality produce.
Core Business
Al Sadat Agro Fruit operates as a fresh produce exporter with vertical integration across sourcing, sorting, cold storage, and international freight coordination. The company focuses primarily on citrus and onions, leveraging Egypt’s advantageous climate and fertile soil to produce consistent, high-yield harvests suitable for global demand.
The company's business model emphasizes strong grower relationships, efficient cold chain logistics, and adherence to international standards, enabling it to meet the requirements of importers, wholesalers, and retail chains across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Product and Service Offerings
Al Sadat Agro Fruit’s key product offerings include:
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Citrus Fruits:
- Navel Oranges
- Baladi Oranges (local Egyptian variety favored for juicing)
- Valencia Oranges (exported during late season to extend availability)
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Vegetables:
- Onions: White, red, and golden varieties
- Other Fresh Produce: Seasonal vegetables available on contract or by special request
All produce is graded, packed, and stored in cold rooms to maintain export-quality freshness. The company provides private labeling and custom packaging solutions tailored to importer specifications.
Specialization and Core USP
Al Sadat Agro Fruit's competitive advantages include:
- Direct Sourcing and Packing: Control over farms and packing facilities ensures traceability and flexibility in meeting urgent market demands.
- Strategic Location: Proximity to Egypt’s major agricultural heartland and export hubs, including Alexandria Port and Damietta, enables efficient logistics.
- Adaptability to Market Trends: The company can rapidly shift volumes between citrus and onions depending on international pricing and demand cycles.
- Cost Efficiency: Competitive pricing without compromising quality, enabling penetration into both premium and price-sensitive markets.
The company’s deep understanding of export protocols and crop scheduling gives it an edge in targeting markets with shifting seasonal demand windows.
Financial and Shipment Data
Although not a publicly listed company, Al Sadat Agro Fruit’s shipment data suggests a steady and growing export footprint:
- Annual Export Volume: Estimated over 3,000 metric tons of citrus and onions combined
- Top Destinations:
- GCC countries: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait
- Eastern Europe: Russia, Ukraine
- Asia: India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka
- Seasonal Export Trends:
- Citrus: Peak exports between December and April
- Onions: Shipped mainly February through July
The company benefits from Egypt’s favorable trade agreements and low logistics lead times to regional markets.
Capabilities
- Packhouse Facilities: Equipped with grading, sizing, waxing, and automated weighing systems
- Cold Storage: On-site refrigerated warehouses for citrus and perishables
- Export Documentation Services: End-to-end shipping and phytosanitary support
- Custom Labeling & Packaging: Cartons, mesh bags, and private-label boxes in multiple languages for various markets
These capabilities help the company maintain consistency and compliance across multiple customer profiles.
Certifications and Compliance
Al Sadat Agro Fruit follows Egypt’s Ministry of Agriculture export standards and aligns with key international regulations. Although formal certifications (GlobalG.A.P., ISO) were not verified, the company:
- Works under full phytosanitary certification for every consignment
- Applies residue testing protocols for citrus shipments to Europe
- Adheres to quality grading systems used in EU and Middle Eastern markets
Plans for certification upgrades are ongoing as the company expands into higher-barrier regions.
Target Market
Al Sadat Agro Fruit caters to:
- Importers and Distributors in the Middle East, South Asia, and Eastern Europe
- Retail Chains and Wholesalers looking for bulk and pre-packed citrus
- Foodservice Distributors requiring contract-grade onions and seasonal produce
- Private Label Clients seeking customized branding and packaging
The company’s flexibility in minimum order volumes makes it accessible to both large importers and regional buyers.
Major Achievements
- Expanded export operations to over 12 countries within 5 years
- Maintained zero shipment rejection in GCC import inspections for the last 3 consecutive seasons
- Integrated cold chain logistics into operations, reducing post-harvest losses by over 20%
- Developed long-term sourcing partnerships with local growers spanning 500+ feddans
- Increased year-over-year export volume by 35% between 2021–2023
Al Sadat Agro Fruit continues to strengthen its position as a reliable exporter of Egyptian citrus and vegetables by focusing on transparency, efficiency, and commitment to quality in every shipment.