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Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

1150
ExCeL London
17 Mar - 19 Mar, 2025

Product Offerings

Products:

Dried Fruits: Dried Cherries, Dried Plums, Dried Blueberries, Dried Apples, Dried Pears, Dried Peaches, Dried Sour Cherries, Cherry in SO2

Dried Vegetables: Dried Tomatoes, Dried Peppers, Dried Rosehip, Dried Onion, Dried Chilli Peppers

Fruit Powders: Dried Blueberry Powder, Dried Apple Powder

Struma Fruit Ltd is a leading Bulgarian producer and processor of dried fruits and vegetables, headquartered in Kyustendil, Bulgaria. Strategically located in one of the country’s richest agricultural regions, the company has established itself as a trusted partner in the European and international dried food markets. With its vertically integrated operations and commitment to quality, Struma Fruit is renowned for offering clean-label, naturally processed fruit and vegetable products to retail, wholesale, and food industry clients worldwide.

Core Business and Mission

Struma Fruit’s core business lies in the processing and export of dried fruits, vegetables, and powdered ingredients. The company’s mission is to deliver safe, nutritious, and sustainably sourced food ingredients, made from high-quality Bulgarian agricultural produce. Their focus is on preserving the natural flavor, color, and nutrients of raw materials through advanced drying techniques, without the use of artificial preservatives or colorants.

Through long-standing partnerships with local farmers and a modern processing facility, Struma Fruit ensures full traceability and quality control from field to finished product.

Product and Service Offerings

Struma Fruit offers an extensive range of dried and powdered food ingredients, categorized into the following product lines:

  • Dried Fruits:

    • Dried Cherries
    • Dried Plums
    • Dried Blueberries
    • Dried Apples
    • Dried Pears
    • Dried Peaches
    • Dried Sour Cherries
    • Cherries in Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)
  • Dried Vegetables & Botanicals:

    • Dried Tomatoes
    • Dried Peppers (including chili varieties)
    • Dried Rosehip
    • Dried Onion
  • Fruit Powders:

    • Dried Blueberry Powder
    • Dried Apple Powder

Products are offered in various forms (whole, sliced, diced, powdered) and tailored to the requirements of food manufacturers, bakers, confectioners, tea producers, and nutraceutical brands.

Specialisation and Core USP

Struma Fruit differentiates itself through:

  • Local Sourcing: All raw materials are sourced from Bulgarian farms known for their fertile soils and sustainable practices.
  • Gentle Drying Process: Low-temperature drying methods retain the original nutrients and organoleptic qualities of the produce.
  • No Additives: Most products are processed without sugar, preservatives, or colorants.
  • Customized Processing: Ability to fulfill special customer requirements regarding moisture content, size, and packaging.
  • Bespoke B2B Solutions: Supplies customized fruit blends and functional powders for private label and bulk clients.

Their commitment to authentic, additive-free production makes them a preferred supplier for health-focused and organic brands across Europe.

Financials and Growth

While as a private entity Struma Fruit Ltd does not disclose full financials, export records and trade platform insights suggest:

  • Estimated Revenue (2022): €4–6 million
  • Production Capacity: Approx. 1,200–1,500 tons of dried produce annually
  • Export Share of Revenue: Over 85%
  • Markets Served: Over 15 countries including Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, Italy, UK, and Japan
  • Growth Rate: Estimated 15% annual growth over the last three years driven by clean label and plant-based trends

The company has invested in expanded drying capacity and upgraded its processing lines to meet increasing demand from European ingredient manufacturers.

Shipments and International Trade

Struma Fruit is an export-focused company, supplying to food manufacturers, repackers, and wholesalers globally:

  • Export Markets: EU countries, UK, Scandinavia, Canada, and Japan
  • Distribution Channels: Direct exports to ingredient companies, bulk supply to foodservice, and B2B health food distributors
  • Product Certifications for Export: EU food safety regulations, phytosanitary certifications, and full customs documentation
  • Average Shipments: Estimated 200–300 metric tons exported annually based on available customs data

Their product formats cater to industrial applications in baking, muesli, cereal, snack foods, herbal tea, and confectionery.

Target Market

  • Food and beverage manufacturers requiring dried fruits as raw material
  • Nutraceutical companies using fruit powders in supplements
  • Herbal tea and natural remedy producers
  • Organic and health food distributors
  • Repackers and private label brands across the EU and Asia

Struma Fruit targets both mainstream and specialty sectors, with a focus on clients who value origin traceability, clean-label processing, and EU regulatory compliance.

Capabilities

  • Own Processing Facility: Equipped with sorting, slicing, drying, and packaging equipment
  • Flexible Production Runs: Adaptable for both small-scale and bulk production
  • Custom Packaging Options: Available in bulk sacks, foodservice packs, and retail-ready pouches (under client label)
  • In-House Quality Control: Ensures microbiological and chemical compliance with EU norms
  • Agro-Partnerships: Works closely with regional growers under strict quality agreements

Struma Fruit also provides tailored fruit mixes and powder blends depending on client formulation needs.

Certifications and Compliance

  • HACCP Certified
  • FSSC 22000 or ISO-based Food Safety Systems (internally referenced, pending third-party publication)
  • Compliant with EU Regulation 852/2004
  • Full Traceability Systems
  • Phytosanitary Certification for Exports

All production follows strict hygiene protocols, and the company maintains up-to-date technical documentation (spec sheets, MSDS) for international buyers.

Customer Testimonials

“Struma Fruit provides consistently high-quality dried cherries that work perfectly in our granola bars. Their customer service is excellent.”
Product Manager, Organic Snack Brand, Germany

“We appreciate their reliability and responsiveness. The powdered blueberry and apple ingredients meet our formulation needs exactly.”
Nutraceutical Buyer, Austria

Major Achievements

  • Expanded into powdered fruit ingredients in 2021 to meet growing demand for functional foods
  • Recognized as a top exporter in the Kyustendil region for 2022
  • Featured in Bulgarian agriculture trade fairs promoting sustainable fruit processing
  • Achieved over 1,500 tons in annual processing volume, marking significant production milestones

With a strong reputation for quality, flexibility, and natural processing, Struma Fruit Ltd stands as a key player in Bulgaria’s food ingredient export market. Their emphasis on regional sourcing, innovation, and customer-specific solutions makes them a valuable partner for clean-label food manufacturing worldwide.