Product Offerings
Product Categories:
Seafood
Products:
Whole Salmon Trout, Salmon Trout Fillets, Smoked Salmon Trout, Marinated Salmon Trout, Salted Salmon Trout, Sauced Salmon Trout
Product Gallery:
Kuzuoğlu Su Ürünleri Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş., headquartered in Rize, Turkey, is a prominent seafood producer and exporter specializing in the processing and distribution of high-quality fish products. With decades of industry expertise, the company plays a critical role in Turkey’s Black Sea fisheries sector and has developed a strong reputation across European and international seafood markets for its commitment to freshness, sustainability, and traceability.
Core Business and Product Offerings
Kuzuoğlu Su Ürünleri focuses on the processing of fresh and frozen seafood products tailored for both retail and foodservice channels. With vertically integrated operations and advanced processing technology, the company delivers seafood in a variety of formats, serving the needs of diverse international clients.
Key Product Categories
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Head-On Gutted Fish (HOG)
- Whole fish processed and gutted while preserving the head for traditional and whole-fish applications.
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Head-Off Gutted Fish (HGT)
- Popular for export markets, this format provides convenience while maintaining high meat yield and shelf life.
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Trim A, B, C, D, E Fillets
- Processed to varying specifications based on client requirements, including pin bone-in and skin-on/off options for different market standards.
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Smoked Fish
- Cold-smoked and hot-smoked varieties, produced under hygienic, flavor-retaining conditions. Includes salmon and trout.
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Fish Steaks
- Cross-sectional cuts ideal for grilling, frying, or baking, widely popular in European wholesale markets.
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Sliced Salmon
- Thinly sliced Atlantic salmon portions packaged for foodservice and deli counters.
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Salmon Roe
- Carefully extracted and processed for export markets with demand for premium-grade caviar alternatives.
Production Capacity and Capabilities
Kuzuoğlu operates a state-of-the-art seafood processing facility in Rize, situated strategically on the Black Sea coast. The plant includes:
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Cold Storage and Freezing Lines
- Quick-freeze capabilities to preserve product integrity for long-distance export.
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Multi-format Processing Lines
- Automated and manual lines for HOG, HGT, fillets, smoked products, and roe.
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Quality Control Systems
- In-house labs and inspection teams ensure every batch meets local and international food safety standards.
Export Markets and Distribution
The company exports extensively to:
- European Union (Germany, France, Netherlands, Italy)
- Russia and Eastern Europe
- Middle East and Gulf countries
- East Asia (Japan, South Korea)
The company's products are distributed via partnerships with foodservice wholesalers, import/export distributors, and select premium retailers.
Compliance and Certifications
Kuzuoğlu Su Ürünleri is compliant with:
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)
- ISO 22000: Food Safety Management System
- European Union Veterinary Approval for Seafood Export
- Turkish Ministry of Agriculture Quality Certification
These certifications ensure that the company meets the strict standards required for exporting to regulated global markets.
Sustainability Practices
- Operates under sustainable fisheries management guidelines as outlined by the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.
- Implements bycatch reduction strategies and seasonal harvesting practices.
- Works with local fishing communities to promote responsible aquaculture and wild catch operations.
Strategic Advantages
- Location: Rize provides access to high-quality Black Sea fish and convenient export logistics via ports and airports.
- Processing Flexibility: Ability to customize cuts, packaging, and formats based on market demand and buyer specifications.
- Consistent Supply Chain: Integrated partnerships with regional fisheries ensure raw material stability.
Recognition and Growth
- Recognized as a leading Black Sea region exporter of processed fish products.
- Participated in Turkey’s national seafood pavilions at major international trade fairs including Seafood Expo Global (Barcelona) and WorldFood Istanbul.
- Continuously expanding product portfolio to meet emerging trends in smoked seafood and ready-to-eat formats.
Kuzuoğlu Su Ürünleri Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. continues to build on Turkey’s strong seafood heritage by delivering premium, compliant, and sustainably sourced products to discerning international markets. The company is positioned as a reliable and adaptable partner in the global seafood supply chain, driven by quality, innovation, and regional expertise.