SanLucar boosts Ecuadorean production with Sun World deal

SanLucar has signed an exclusive agreement with Sun World to grow and export its varieties in Ecuador. The collaboration focuses particularly on developing new types of table grapes, as well as other species and varieties for production in Ecuador.

SanLucar said it has worked intensively for many years to establish a sustainable and efficient agricultural model in Ecuador and is now setting another significant milestone with its collaboration with Sun World.

“Thanks to this partnership, SanLucar can now combine its extensive experience in production, development and marketing with access to high-quality genetic material, integrating an important preliminary stage of production into the process chain,” the company said. “In this way, our commitment to the highest quality and innovative solutions in the fruit and vegetable sector is underlined.”

The collaboration will not only allow SanLucar to grow Sun World’s varieties on its own farms, but also grant sublicenses to other producers within the framework of partnerships. The two companies said the deal opens a new chapter for the fruit industry, especially in Ecuador, creating opportunities for joint growth and sustainable development.

By expanding further into Ecuador, SanLucar continues to strengthen its global production capacities, which span Europe, Africa and other countries. Its goal is to provide customers worldwide with high-quality, sustainably-grown fruit all year round.

Armin Rehberg, CEO of SanLucar, commented: “At SanLucar we strongly believe that innovative varieties and sustainability should go hand in hand. This agreement with Sun World not only strengthens our position as industry leaders but also enables us to continue offering our consumers exceptional fruits, known for their great taste and grown in harmony with people and nature.

“This agreement clearly shows that we at SanLucar are not only on the right path, but are also committed to responsible, innovative and high-quality agriculture.”