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Port International expands its Exclusive Partnership Programme in Peru
Port International, a leading provider of premium fruits and vegetables, is pleased to announce the expansion of its Exclusive Partner Programme in Peru. The selected Peruvian producers specialize in the cultivation of organic and Fairtrade bananas of the highest quality for the European market.
In this video, the company offers insights into the Exclusive Partner Programme and banana production in Peru:
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Over 20 years of experience and expertise in Peru
For more than two decades, Port International has been importing bananas from Peru, valuing the country’s high-quality standards. The bananas from Peru are known for their particularly careful production, which results in minimal imperfections. The proximity of the cultivation areas to the port of Paita – all bananas reach the port within a maximum of 1.5 hours – further contributes to the excellent quality of the products.
What makes Peruvian banana production special is the large number of small-scale producers who cultivate bananas on a total area of over 750 hectares. More than 700 smallholders manage an average of just 1 hectare of land each, overseeing the entire production process with great dedication and expertise. This sustainable farming method is 100 % organically certified and almost exclusively Fairtrade-certified.
Optimal conditions in the Chira Valley
The Chira Valley and particularly the Sullana region offer ideal soil and climate conditions for the cultivation of organic bananas. The dry, mild, and warm climate allows for ecological production that harmonizes with nature. Clean water from the Andes and the nearby Poechos Reservoir ensure year-round water supply, contributing to sustainable agriculture.
On-site quality assurance
To meet the high-quality standards of its customers, Port International has established its own quality team in Peru. The seven team members oversee the entire production process, evaluate farms, and optimize the packing process. Their continuous on-site presence ensures that only the best quality products make their way to European customers. The team’s efforts also facilitate the implementation of special packaging solutions in the South American country.
Sustainability as a core value
The Peruvian producers have over 20 years of experience in organic banana cultivation, one of the most sustainable farming methods. In collaboration with cooperatives, Port International implements various sustainability projects, such as the recycling of wash water for the irrigation of neem trees. Moreover, the cooperatives independently decide how to use the Fairtrade premiums to effect positive change locally.
The Exclusive Partner Programme: A win-win situation
The expansion of the Exclusive Partner Programme in Peru marks another step in the long-standing collaboration between Port International and Peruvian producers. This exclusive partnership offers producers planning security and enables Port International to provide a unique product that is available exclusively through the company. The long-term support from Port International has significantly contributed to the development of agricultural conditions in the region.
“Only through long-term partnerships can sustainable changes and successes be achieved. Our Exclusive Partner Programme is an excellent example of a successful collaboration that benefits all parties involved,” emphasizes Karlsson Port, Managing Director of Port International Bananas.
About Port International GmbH
Port International GmbH is a family-run fruit trading company based in Hamburg. When Tiete Port founded the firm T. Port in 1875, he laid the foundation for today’s corporate group. With over 100 employees and representatives worldwide, the company offers the wholesale and retail market a wide range of fresh fruits and vegetables from Europe and overseas all year round.
The Port family has nearly 150 years of experience in the global fruit trade and is considered a pioneer in the industry. For instance, the company imported organic and Fairtrade bananas to Europe as early as the late 1990s and launched the BE CLIMATE brand in 2019, which promotes and implements sustainable climate goals such as the reduction and offsetting of CO2 emissions. With the Exclusive Partner Programme established in 2022, Port International continues its commitment to future-oriented industry development by establishing long-term partnerships with producers worldwide and promoting the optimization of sustainable farming methods.
Contact:
Carolin Kohner
Head of Marketing
carolin@port-international.com