Founded in 1956, Agrexco was set up to meet the need for the planning, control and marketing of Israel’s fresh agricultural produce exports. From one office in Tel Aviv, there are now nine branch offices, eight in Europe and one in the USA with countries not having representation handled by the head office in Israel.
The ethos behind the company is to keep looking and moving forward; taking into equal consideration the interest of both customer and grower alike. To find ways of improving on all levels of service, on variety, on quality and on logistics without further impact on the environment – to keep one step ahead.
“It is an exciting time for us. We have been working flat out to improve the ‘green’ way in which we operate and this covers the use of new renewable sources for packaging, new sophisticated temperature humidity monitoring systems, reusable pallets, reduced pest and weed control and last but not least our carbon footprint. Our product and logistics managers get continuous updated information from the moment items leave the packing houses to their final destinations in Central and Northern Europe, Russia, South Africa and the United States so immediate action can be taken before it’s too late.
All highly technical details which in simple terms translates to less material waste, a greater control of the cool chain, lower packaging and transporting costs, all of which will be of maximum benefit to our customers, our growers and most importantly to the environment.”
This restructuring and reorganisation of Agrexco has taken place over the past few months, and has involved heavy investment and belief in the company, a belief and commitment shared and backed by one of its major shareholders.
“The scale of this operation has been huge, but we knew at the onset that it is the right course for action and ultimately the right way for success. It is a constant process, one requiring dedication in all areas; a new way of working that we believe in and that will make us stronger and more competitive.”
“All of these changes would mean nothing without the product and we are now coming into the new season for stone fruit, grapes and figs, all of which are looking good both in quality and volume. As all in the industry have experienced, there has been a change in consumer buying habits; less money available accounting for reduced purchase of the more exotic lines. It is also more competitive but we will not lower our standards to reduce our prices. Any reduction on costs will be achieved by implementing our new procedures, not by compromising on quality as we have equal commitment to our customers and growers alike.”
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