Quality & Certifications
Quality is not a department — it is embedded in every stage of our operation, from soil management through to shipment.
Our Certifications
Arancia di Ribera D.O.P.
Protected Designation of Origin certification for our Navel Washington and Vaniglia oranges. One of the most prestigious citrus designations in Europe, exclusive to the Ribera zone of Agrigento province.
EU Organic
Certified organic production lines for selected citrus varieties and olive oil. Full compliance with EU Regulation 2018/848 on organic production and labelling.
Riberella
Quality mark of the Riberella consortium — the producer association that governs and promotes Ribera D.O.P. orange production. Guarantees provenance, variety, and quality standards.
EU Food Safety Compliance
All products comply with EU Regulation 2073/2005 on microbiological criteria for foodstuffs. Regular testing and documentation maintained for all export shipments.
Traceability System
Lot-level traceability from field to shipment. Every product is linked to its source grove, harvest date, processing batch, and shipment record.
Certification Documentation
Certification documents available on request — contact our export team
Contact the export team →Quality Process
From field to freight — quality is controlled at every stage.
Soil Management
Regular soil analysis and nutrient management for optimal growing conditions.
Growing
Monitored cultivation with integrated pest management and sustainable practices.
Harvest
Hand-picked at peak maturity, ensuring optimal flavour and quality.
Sorting & Grading
Mechanical and manual sorting by size, colour, and quality grade.
Cold Storage
Temperature-controlled storage facilities maintaining product freshness.
Packaging
Packed to buyer specification in food-grade, export-ready packaging.
Shipment
Reefer transport with full chain-of-custody documentation.
Lab Testing & Certificate of Analysis
All shipments include a certificate of analysis covering microbiological criteria, pesticide residue testing, and olive oil chemical parameters (acidity, peroxides, polyphenols). Testing is performed by accredited third-party laboratories.
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