Land Growers Chile is a Chilean exporter of nuts and dried fruits, working closely with the country’s leading farmers to offer high-quality almonds, walnuts, prunes, and raisins to international markets. Founded in 2010, the company has experienced rapid growth and today exports to more than sixty countries worldwide, supported by a modern business model that enables the delivery of premium products at competitive prices.
Established with the purpose of exporting Chile’s finest nuts and dried fruits while improving working conditions for local farmers, Land Growers Chile is built on the core values of transparency, meritocracy, and ethics. Over the years, the company has developed deep knowledge of diverse cultures and market requirements, allowing it to better understand its buyers and respond effectively to their needs. In this interview, Galina Protsenko, Export Manager, shares insights into the company’s vision, export strategy, and approach to building mutually beneficial international partnerships.
1. Could you introduce Land Growers Chile and its product portfolio?
Land Growers Chile is a Chilean exporting company that works alongside the country’s top producers, focused on delivering high-quality agricultural products directly from the field to international markets. Our business model is based on personalized service, high quality standards, and constant innovation, which has enabled us to build strong relationships in more than 80 countries.
Our portfolio includes:
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Tenderized dried prunes in all sizes, with and without pits, and in natural condition.
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Raisins: Black, Flame, Thompson, Crimson, Golden, Arra 15, Sweet Globe, among other varieties.
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Walnuts: in-shell (Chandler and Serr) and shelled (halves, large pieces, and quarters).
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Shelled almonds (Non Pareil and Carmel).
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In-shell hazelnuts.
All our processes are supported by international certifications such as BRC, HACCP, HALAL, and KOSHER.
2. What makes tenderized prunes attractive to international buyers?
Chilean dried prunes are attractive to international buyers due to Chile’s favorable climate for natural drying, which allows for a largely solar and efficient process, as well as their high nutritional value, aligned with global demand for healthy foods.
Chile is the world’s leading producer and exporter, with a stable and diversified supply that ensures continuity and reliability, even when production challenges arise in other origins. This, combined with consistent quality standards and broad market diversification, positions Chilean prunes as a competitive and reliable product at the international level.
3. How do you manage the diversity of raisin varieties?
We manage the diversity of our raisin offerings through close collaboration with specialized growers and efficient logistics, allowing us to handle different varieties according to the needs of each market. Our experience enables us to offer raisins with specific characteristics in terms of color, flavor, and texture, always maintaining high quality standards.
This diversity allows us to adapt to different industrial, commercial, and end-consumer uses, providing tailored solutions for each client.
4. What value do you offer to long-term international clients?
Land Growers Chile offers long-term international clients a relationship built on transparency, trust, and agility. Our model is designed to establish solid and sustainable partnerships, with a focus on conducting business in a clear, fair, and efficient manner.
We work with a close and agile approach, ensuring fair pricing, reliability, consistent quality, and direct communication. This enables us to support our clients’ growth and build long-lasting commercial relationships. More than suppliers, we aim to be strategic partners committed to the development and success of each business.
5. How relevant is Gulfood to your commercial expansion?
Gulfood is a key platform for Land Growers Chile’s commercial expansion, as it allows us to strengthen existing relationships and generate new business opportunities in strategic markets, particularly in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
The exhibition is a vital meeting point to showcase our portfolio, reinforce Chile’s image as a reliable origin, and position our products before high-level international buyers.
