Wealmoor Ltd has announced the death on 25 April of its chairman and founder, Rati Dhanani.
Rati established Wealmoor Ltd in 1973. Under his continued leadership the business has grown and evolved, embracing change and challenge, all underpinned by the same passion for fresh produce with which he launched Wealmoor 37 years ago.
Rati was a pioneer of export horticulture from Kenya in the 1960s. Having established a Kenyan business to grow potatoes and onions - which had previously only been available as imports in the country - he was granted an audience with president Jomo Kenyatta to discuss a vision for horticulture in the newly independent east African country.
With business partner Shambhubhai Patel, he established Kenya Horticultural Exporters and an airfreight market for beans and exotic vegetables in the UK, closely followed by his introduction and commercial development of mangoes, papayas and other exotic fruits.
Rati will be remembered as more than a businessman by Wealmoor’s customers and grower partners worldwide.
Brought up in Kenya and India, Rati established a philosophy at the heart of the Wealmoor business of responsible trade and practical support to many positive projects. His personal involvement in charitable projects in the UK, India and Africa are rarely spoken of, but serve as testament to his character.
Rati will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. FPJ sends its condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
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