Exhibiting at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025

Palora‑Exporter Cía Ltda is a prominent Ecuadorian agribusiness specializing in the cultivation, processing, and international export of high-quality tropical fruits. Headquartered in Palora, within the Morona Santiago province in Ecuador’s Amazon region, the company is known for its premium Yellow Pitahaya (dragon fruit) and expanding portfolio of tropical roots and tubers. Founded with a mission to promote Amazonian produce globally, Palora‑Exporter has earned a reputation for consistency, traceability, and sustainable agricultural practices.

Core Business and Offerings

Palora‑Exporter focuses on sourcing and exporting fresh produce grown under optimal Amazonian conditions. Its core offerings include:

• Yellow Pitahaya (Hylocereus megalanthus):

  • Known for its intense sweetness, low acidity, and high Brix level (20–22°).
  • Hand-harvested from smallholder and cooperative farms in the Palora region.
  • Exported in multiple size grades and customized packaging formats (5kg, 10kg boxes).

• Yuca (Cassava):

  • Freshly harvested, waxed, and packaged for export.
  • Sourced from certified growers in the Ecuadorian Amazon and Andes foothills.

• Eddo (Taro):

  • Exported as a root vegetable with niche demand in Asian and North American markets.

Each product complies with stringent export protocols and is handled in HACCP-compliant facilities to ensure maximum shelf life and quality retention.

Specialization and USP

Palora‑Exporter’s key strengths lie in its regional specialization and export capabilities. Its unique selling points include:

• Amazonian Microclimate Advantage: The Palora region offers consistent rainfall, rich volcanic soil, and stable temperatures ideal for pitahaya cultivation.
• Direct Grower Network: Works with over 70 smallholder farmers, ensuring full traceability from field to port.
• Quality Control at Source: Internal post-harvest processing ensures fruits are cleaned, sorted, ripeness-graded, and sanitized before packaging.
• Export Expertise: Skilled in phytosanitary compliance, customized labeling, and air/sea freight optimization.

Financial Overview

Though detailed financials are not disclosed, export data indicates strong market performance:

• Total Shipments (2023): Over 535 international shipments recorded.
• Estimated Export Volume:
  • Yellow Pitahaya: 750 metric tons
  • Yuca and Eddo combined: 400 metric tons
• Export Value (2023): Estimated between US$2.8 million to US$3.5 million, based on FOB pricing and volumes.
• Annual Growth: Averaging 18% year-on-year increase in pitahaya exports since 2020.

Shipment Records and Global Reach

Palora‑Exporter has established a solid export footprint through regular shipments tracked on international trade databases:

• Top Markets:
  • North America: United States, Canada
  • Asia: Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea
  • Europe: Germany, Spain, Netherlands (emerging)
• Freight Methods:
  • Air freight for premium pitahaya to ensure freshness upon arrival.
  • Ocean containers for bulk yuca and eddo shipments.

The company ensures temperature-controlled logistics and full traceability documentation with every shipment.

Target Market

Palora‑Exporter caters to:

• Importers and Distributors seeking reliable volumes of exotic tropical produce.
• Retail Chains and Gourmet Stores interested in high-Brix, visually appealing fruits for specialty displays.
• HORECA Sector including juice manufacturers, chefs, and foodservice providers requiring fresh dragon fruit and tubers.
• Organic and Health Food Markets in regions with demand for exotic superfruits.

Capabilities

• Processing Plant: On-site packinghouse with capacity to handle 5 tons/day of pitahaya.
• Sorting & Grading: Manual and semi-automated grading based on weight, color, and skin integrity.
• Post-Harvest Treatments: Chlorine washing, cooling, waxing (for yuca), and eco-friendly packaging options.
• Certifications & Traceability: Full grower registration, lot tracking, and phytosanitary certification available.

Certifications and Compliance

Palora‑Exporter operates under strict compliance with Ecuadorian and international export standards:

• Phytosanitary Certifications: Issued by the Ecuadorian Ministry of Agriculture and validated at exit ports.
• HACCP-Compliant Handling: Food safety procedures embedded in processing and packing.
• Global GAP (In Progress): Working toward certification to strengthen partnerships with European retailers.
• FDA Registration: Required for export into the U.S. under FSMA protocols.

Customer Testimonials

“Palora-Exporter delivers consistent sweetness in their pitahaya — their quality is unmatched for air-freighted exotic fruits.”
– Senior Buyer, Southeast Asia Premium Produce Distributor

“The yuca arrives clean, uniform, and perfectly fresh. Their cold chain and wax prep make a big difference.”
– Import Agent, U.S. Hispanic Food Market

Major Achievements

• 2023: Reached 500+ export shipments milestone and expanded into the South Korean market.
• 2022: Partnered with Ecuador’s Ministry of Production to showcase pitahaya at Asia Fruit Logistica in Bangkok.
• 2021: Invested in cold room infrastructure and eco-packaging solutions for pitahaya exports.
• 2020: Received national recognition as a “Top Amazonian Agribusiness Exporter” by ProEcuador.

Palora‑Exporter Cía Ltda continues to scale its impact by promoting Ecuador's Amazon-grown produce on the global stage. With its deep ties to local agriculture and strong export know-how, the company stands as a trusted supplier of high-quality exotic fruits and tubers to discerning international markets.