bringing the goodness of Egyptian harvests* to the world with premium juice concentrate, puree, and oil
* ”higher yields per hectare, amid favorable environmental conditions, success in opening new markets for Egyptian oranges, and a successful traceability system in registering and monitoring farm production”. Source USDA, Citrus Annual, Dec. 2023
Why Egypt
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Egypt offers efficient and rapid delivery to major markets, as it is strategically located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Its proximity to Europe positions Egypt as an attractive nearshore location.
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Egypt's multiple trade agreements with Europe (EUR1) and other major markets make our products eligible for up to 0% customs duty.
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According to the last Citrus Annual, Dec. 2023, Egypt has become a leading exporter of fresh oranges. This is due to higher yields per hectare, favorable environmental conditions, and a successful traceability system in registering and monitoring farm production.
Egypt's latest orange harvests have a low incidence of symptoms of the main citrus disease, greening (or Huanglongbing—HLB), that affect other major market suppliers. This success is mainly due to Egypt's fruit groves using yellow-soil agriculture practices. -
Egypt's unique climate provides the ideal growing conditions for producing vibrant, juicy, and flavorful fruit; e.g., Egyptian oranges are rich in vitamin C.
Why SAHARA
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SAHARA facilities are within 200 km of Egyptian orange groves and also accessible to major markets like Europe, Africa, and Asia. More →
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The executive team at SAHARA has a global collective experience of over 50 years in moving food worldwide, supply chain operations, and manufacturing technology. More →
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We are in the business of creating strategic alliances with our stakeholders, including suppliers and customers, to ensure continuity, reliability, and seamless operations and delivery. Some of our trusted technology partners include JBT Corporation, among others.
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The SAHARA ESG charter includes aggressive goals, such as carbon neutrality, achieved through active investment in a solar energy plant to power our facility, aligning with our vision to transition to renewable energy.
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