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Mediterranean Agricultural Products Co. (MAPCO) is a leading Egyptian grower, packer, and exporter of high-quality fresh produce, with operations centered in Alexandria, Egypt. Founded in 2001, MAPCO has established itself as a key player in the export of citrus fruits, potatoes, and table grapes to global markets. The company combines agricultural heritage with modern post-harvest infrastructure and strict quality control to meet international market demands.

Core Business and Product Offerings

MAPCO specializes in the production and export of Egyptian fresh produce, with vertical integration that includes:

• Cultivation
• Harvesting
• Sorting & Grading
• Packing & Cold Storage
• Export Logistics

Its product portfolio includes:

• Citrus Fruits:

  • Valencia Oranges
  • Navel Oranges
  • Baladi Oranges

• Potatoes:

  • Spunta
  • Mondial
  • Cara varieties
  • Process-grade and table-grade options

• Grapes:

  • Flame Seedless
  • Superior Seedless
  • Crimson Seedless

• Other Produce:

  • Garlic
  • Onions
  • Pomegranates
  • Green Beans

MAPCO tailors packaging and post-harvest treatments to specific market requirements, including fumigation, wax coating, and labeling standards.

Specialization and USP

• End-to-End Vertical Integration: From farm to shipment, MAPCO controls all operational aspects, ensuring high traceability.
• International Certifications: Compliant with GlobalG.A.P., ISO 22000, and BRC standards.
• Strategic Location: Headquartered in Alexandria with proximity to major ports like Damietta and Alexandria, optimizing export logistics.
• Flexible Packaging Solutions: Offers custom branding, barcoding, and box sizes for retail and wholesale clients.

Financial Overview

As a privately held export-oriented enterprise, MAPCO does not publicly disclose its revenue. However, based on its export scale and product diversity, it is estimated that:

• Annual exports exceed 30,000 metric tons of fresh produce.
• Estimated annual revenue ranges between USD 15–25 million, based on average FOB pricing and volumes.
• Citrus and potatoes constitute over 70% of total export volume.

MAPCO's long-standing presence and global reach position it as one of the reliable mid-to-large scale exporters in Egypt.

Export and Shipment Record

MAPCO exports to over 25 countries, primarily in:

• Europe: United Kingdom, Netherlands, Germany, Russia
• Middle East: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan
• Asia: India, Bangladesh, Malaysia
• Africa: Sudan, Kenya, Libya

Key shipment highlights:

• Citrus exports peak between December and May, aligning with European and Gulf winter demand.
• Potatoes are shipped during January to June, targeting early-season importers in Europe and the Levant.
• Grapes are exported between May and July, before the European season begins.

MAPCO exports both full container loads (FCL) and less-than-container loads (LCL), and utilizes reefer containers to maintain cold chain integrity.

Target Market

MAPCO caters to a broad spectrum of international clients, including:

• Fresh produce importers and distributors
• Supermarket chains and retail aggregators
• Food service suppliers
• Wholesale markets
• Institutional buyers and processors

Its flexible packaging, consistent grading, and wide product range appeal to markets with strict retail specifications and competitive price demands.

Capabilities

• Cold Storage Capacity: Modern pre-cooling and cold rooms for preservation of freshness pre-export.
• Packing Stations: Fully automated citrus and potato packing lines.
• Dedicated Quality Assurance Team: Monitoring for pesticide residues, visual defects, and physical damages.
• Export Documentation: Full handling of phytosanitary certification, EUR1 forms, and export clearances.

Certifications and Compliance

MAPCO adheres to global food safety and export compliance standards, including:

• GlobalG.A.P. – Good agricultural practices certification for farm production.
• ISO 22000 – Food safety management system.
• BRC – British Retail Consortium certification for food packaging and export handling.
• GRASP – Social practices certification under GlobalG.A.P.
• Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture – Compliant with national export inspection and traceability programs.

Customer Testimonials

“MAPCO has been one of our most consistent suppliers from Egypt. Their citrus quality, especially Valencia oranges, is excellent and shipment punctuality is their strength.”
— European Citrus Importer, Rotterdam

“We’ve been importing potatoes from MAPCO for five years. The packaging, uniformity, and shelf life are far better than others in the market.”
— Produce Trader, Riyadh

Major Achievements

• Over 20 years of continuous export operations with year-on-year growth.
• Achieved certification with BRC and GlobalG.A.P. for multiple consecutive years.
• Exported over 100,000 metric tons cumulatively since inception.
• Recognized by Egyptian Export Council for consistent compliance and quality.