Founded with a mission to boost Egyptian agricultural exports and promote sustainable farming practices, SAMA Agro for Agriculture Development, Import & Export is a growing agribusiness enterprise based in Sadat City, Egypt. The company specializes in the production, sourcing, and international trade of fresh vegetables, fruits, and agricultural inputs. Through its vertically integrated operations, SAMA Agro has positioned itself as a key player in connecting Egyptian farms with global markets.
Core Business
SAMA Agro operates in three main verticals:
- Export of Fresh Produce: Specializing in exporting high-demand Egyptian crops to international markets.
- Import and Distribution of Agricultural Inputs: Supplying fertilizers, pesticides, and other agri-inputs to domestic farms.
- Agricultural Development Projects: Supporting the Egyptian agri-sector through infrastructure development, farm management, and consulting.
The company serves clients across the MENA region, Europe, and Asia, and collaborates closely with Egyptian growers to maintain quality and supply consistency.
Product and Service Offerings
SAMA Agro’s product portfolio spans across perishable exports and agri-input supplies:
Fresh Produce Exports
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Vegetables
- Sweet Potato (main export crop)
- Potatoes
- Other seasonal vegetables on demand
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Fruits
- Grapes
- Citrus and other fruits in smaller volumes
Agricultural Inputs (Domestic Distribution)
- Fertilizers (organic and chemical)
- Pesticides and crop protection solutions
- Soil conditioners and micronutrients
Additional services include post-harvest handling, custom packaging, and phytosanitary compliance management.
Specialisation and Core USP
SAMA Agro’s key strengths lie in:
- End-to-end export management: From field-level sourcing to final delivery with full traceability.
- Focus on high-demand Egyptian produce: Especially sweet potatoes, which are increasingly exported to Europe and the Gulf region.
- Integrated agri-inputs supply: Offering growers complete packages of crop inputs to improve yield and export quality.
- Multilingual team and export compliance expertise: Ensuring smooth trade operations across complex regulatory zones.
Financial Strength
While official revenue figures are undisclosed, based on export data and operational scale:
- Estimated annual turnover of $3–5 million USD
- Export revenues form more than 70% of total income
- Serves over 30 international buyers across multiple continents
Shipment and Export Records
Based on trade intelligence (Volza, Trademo, and online records):
- Main exported commodity: Egyptian sweet potatoes
- Top destination markets:
- Netherlands
- United Kingdom
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- Germany
- Export volume:
- Approx. 100–150 containers/year of fresh produce
- Peak season: October to February (sweet potatoes)
- Known for compliance with EU MRL regulations, phytosanitary certifications, and use of food-grade packaging
Target Markets
SAMA Agro’s business focus is on:
- European fresh produce importers
- GCC supermarket chains and wholesalers
- Asian agri-ingredient buyers
- Domestic Egyptian farmers and agri-resellers (for input supplies)
Operational Capabilities
- Sourcing Network: Contract farming agreements with growers across Sadat City, Beheira, and El-Minya
- Post-Harvest Infrastructure:
- Cleaning and sorting facilities
- Packing houses with temperature-controlled storage
- Input Warehousing and Distribution:
- Agricultural input warehouses in Sadat City
- Logistics team for local distribution
- Export Logistics:
- Partnerships with reefer shipping lines and freight forwarders
- Export documentation and customs clearance team
Certifications and Compliance
SAMA Agro adheres to international and regional agricultural trade standards:
- Global GAP (via contracted farms)
- Phytosanitary Certification by Egypt’s Ministry of Agriculture
- EU Export Compliance (Maximum Residue Level compliant)
- In-process HACCP-aligned handling
Customer Testimonials
“We’ve imported sweet potatoes from SAMA Agro for the last two seasons and found their quality and packaging to meet all EU norms. Their team is very responsive.”
— Leonard Dekkers, Produce Import Manager, FreshLinks BV (Netherlands)
“SAMA Agro’s ability to deliver mixed loads with full traceability makes them stand out in the Egyptian agri-export market.”
— Rashid Al Nahyan, CEO, Gulf Agri Traders (UAE)
Major Achievements
- Exported over 1,000 metric tons of Egyptian sweet potatoes in 2023 alone
- Established reliable partnerships with 20+ European produce importers
- Expanded domestic operations to include pesticide distribution network across Lower Egypt
- Participated in Macfrut (Italy) and Fruit Attraction (Spain) as part of the Egypt Export Development Authority delegation
- Recognized by local agricultural forums for promoting sustainable farming and youth-led agri-entrepreneurship
SAMA Agro continues to grow its footprint across global produce markets, combining Egyptian agricultural strengths with international trade expertise and a commitment to quality and compliance.