Product Offerings
Products:
Fresh Meats: Beef, Chicken, Pork, Goat
Processed Meats: Sausages, Polony, Russians, Salamis
Pecan Nuts: Shelled and Unshelled Pecans
Other Products: Crocodile Meat, Fish
Surrey Group is one of Zimbabwe’s leading integrated agribusinesses, with diversified operations in livestock farming, meat processing, food distribution, and export of premium agricultural products. Headquartered in Marondera, the company has earned a reputation for quality, food safety, and innovation across Southern Africa and beyond. With operations spanning from farm to fork, Surrey Group maintains full control over the entire agricultural value chain.
Company Overview
Founded with a mission to modernize and scale Zimbabwe’s agricultural capabilities, Surrey Group has grown into a vertically integrated enterprise. Its core competencies include livestock production, meat processing, value-added food manufacturing, and tree nut cultivation, particularly pecan nuts. The company’s brand portfolio spans retail and wholesale markets under names such as Surrey Meats, Surrey Huku, Surrey Deli, and Surrey Pecans.
Surrey combines traditional farming methods with advanced agro-processing technologies to deliver high-quality protein and nut products to both local and international markets.
Core Product Categories
Surrey Group’s product offering includes:
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Fresh Meats:
- Beef (various cuts and grades)
- Chicken (whole and portioned)
- Pork
- Goat Meat
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Processed Meats:
- Sausages
- Russians
- Polony
- Salamis
- Value-added marinated meats
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Pecan Nuts:
- Unshelled Pecans
- Shelled Kernel Halves and Pieces
- Export-grade Pecans for Europe and Asia
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Other Products:
- Crocodile Meat (specialty export)
- Farmed Fish
These products are distributed through Surrey’s cold chain logistics and retail outlets, and exported under international compliance protocols.
Unique Selling Proposition
Surrey Group’s strength lies in its end-to-end integrated agricultural model, which enables:
- Full traceability from farm to product
- Consistent product quality through in-house breeding and feed programs
- Controlled processing environments via HACCP-certified facilities
- Cold chain management to ensure freshness across national and export supply chains
In addition, its pecan nut operations have positioned it as a leading tree nut exporter in Zimbabwe, leveraging the country’s unique climate and soil for high-yield, premium nut production.
Target Market
Surrey serves a diverse clientele:
- Domestic consumers via retail outlets and butcheries
- Hospitality and HORECA sector in Zimbabwe and neighboring countries
- Regional foodservice and wholesale distributors in SADC countries
- Export buyers for niche products like pecan nuts and crocodile meat
Their customer base includes restaurants, hotels, caterers, and health-conscious consumers looking for locally produced, high-quality meat and nut products.
Export Profile & Shipment Insights
Although not all shipment data is publicly available, industry sources and trade visibility suggest:
- Active exports of pecan nuts to Europe (Germany, Netherlands) and Asia (China, UAE)
- Regular shipments of processed meats to SADC markets like Zambia, Mozambique, and Botswana
- Controlled export of crocodile meat to specialty buyers in Asia-Pacific
Surrey’s export division is equipped with customs clearance expertise and logistics partnerships to ensure compliant international trade.
Financial Performance & Growth Indicators
While financials are privately held, available indicators reflect consistent performance:
- Annual meat production estimated at over 3,000 metric tonnes
- Pecan orchards spanning hundreds of hectares with expected yields surpassing 150 metric tonnes annually
- Growing retail footprint with branded outlets in major Zimbabwean cities
- Investment in cold chain infrastructure and processing technologies
Surrey Group continues to expand capacity with a focus on high-demand product lines and agro-exports.
Certifications & Quality Assurance
Surrey Group adheres to stringent quality and safety practices, including:
- HACCP-certified processing facilities
- Compliance with Zimbabwe Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock standards
- Export approvals under EU and SADC phytosanitary regulations
- Ongoing animal welfare programs and biosecurity protocols
Their quality assurance team monitors every stage of production to ensure adherence to local and international food safety standards.
Customer Sentiment & Reputation
Surrey enjoys strong brand recognition across Zimbabwe for premium meat quality and reliable service:
“Surrey meats are consistently fresh and high-grade—perfect for our catering needs.” — Chef, Harare hotel chain
“Their pecans are now a favorite in our European confectionery line.” — European Importer
The company maintains direct communication channels with customers and engages actively via retail feedback and social media.
Industry Recognition & Achievements
- Among Zimbabwe’s top agro-exporters for tree nuts
- Recognized by the Zimbabwe Agricultural Society (ZAS) for meat processing excellence
- Featured in Zimbabwe Independent and Business Weekly for agribusiness leadership
- Participant in regional trade forums such as SADC Food & Agri Expo and ZITF
Surrey Group continues to lead Zimbabwe’s food and agriculture sector through innovation, operational efficiency, and global market orientation—making it a key player in Africa’s evolving agro-processing landscape.