Top Food Exporters in Egypt: Fresh & Frozen Produce Guide

For global importers seeking dependable partners for fresh and frozen fruits, vegetables, legumes, and pulses, Egypt has become one of the most strategic food exporters, sourcing hubs worldwide.
The country's long agricultural heritage, favorable climate, extended harvest seasons, and cost-efficient production enable exporters to supply markets in the EU, GCC, Asia, Africa, and beyond with competitive quality and pricing.
This guide highlights some of Egypt's most recognized vegetable and fruit export companies and their capabilities, with deeper insight into the exporters whose model aligns strongly with modern B2B expectations: a supplier known for certified sourcing, strict quality control, a wide product portfolio, and end-to-end logistics management.
Buyers comparing potential food export companies will find clarity on products, packing formats, MOQs, certifications, documentation requirements, and the logistical workflow needed for smooth, repeatable shipments.
PEI Trade
What They Do: Food exporter specialized in fresh and frozen fruits, vegetables, legumes and pulses. PEI Trade sources from certified farms and packhouses, ensures strict quality control, and handles end-to-end logistics from Egypt to global markets.
Global Presence: While based in Egypt, PEI Trade lists offices and contacts beyond Egypt, facilitating export to EU, GCC, MENA and other global destinations.
Headquarters & Contact: Blue Mall - Street 38, Third District, Fifth Settlement, New Cairo, Egypt. Phone / WhatsApp: +201099111918.
What products and formats do PEI Trade supply?
PEI Trade offers a wide portfolio of fresh and frozen produce. Their online catalogue includes:
Vegetables (e.g. onions, potatoes, lettuce, zucchini, green beans, okra, eggplant).
Fruits (citrus, mangoes, grapes, pomegranates, guava, cantaloupes, watermelons, strawberries).
Legumes (e.g. beans, lentils, chickpeas).
Frozen items such as mixed vegetables, frozen okra, frozen spinach, frozen molokhia, frozen strawberries, all packed and prepared for export.
PEI Trade offers multiple packing options: cartons of various sizes (2 kg, 4 kg, 5 kg, 7 kg, 10 kg), mesh bags, plastic crates, and private-labeling when needed.
PEI Trade Certifications, quality control, and inspections
PEI Trade emphasizes traceability and compliance. They source exclusively from certified farms and packhouses, avoid produce from open markets or unverified traders, and guarantee cold-chain integrity from farm to port.
For vegetable and fruit exports, they provide full documentation: phytosanitary certificates, certificate of origin, invoices, packing lists - and can arrange third-party inspections (e.g. SGS / BV) on request.
PEI Trade Typical MOQs, packing & private-label options
The minimum order is one full container (FCL, 20′ or 40′). Mixed pallets / varieties may be possible if handling conditions (temperature, packing) match.
Because PEI Trade offers multiple packaging formats (cartons, crates, mesh bags) and private-labeling, buyers with different needs ,from wholesale to retail pack, can request custom packing.
PEI Trade Lead times, seasonality & logistics
PEI Trade's process (from inquiry → pro-forma → payment → booking → packing → shipment) typically allows shipment within 3-7 days of payment, depending on product availability and vessel/air-freight slots.
They support sea and air shipments, using refrigerated containers / cold-chain logistics where needed, enabling fresh and frozen produce to be shipped safely to global destinations.
PEI Trade Documentation & compliance checklist (for importers)
For smooth customs clearance and compliance, buyers should expect and request, the following from PEI Trade:
Phytosanitary Certificate
Certificate of Origin
Commercial Invoice & Packing List
COA (Certificate of Analysis) or laboratory test results (when requested)
Pre-shipment QC report (grading, photos/video, temperature logs)
If requested: third-party inspection certificate (SGS/BV)
Product Spotlights in PEI Trade
Egyptian Cucumbers
Crisp, uniform, greenhouse-grown or well-packed field cucumbers from Egypt are often competitive in price and quality. PEI Trade sources and packs them in export-grade cartons, ensuring shape, size and freshness - suitable for retail or wholesale markets.
Frozen Mixed Vegetables & IQF Frozen Strawberries
For processors, food-service or retail frozen ranges: PEI Trade's frozen goods (mixed vegetables, spinach, okra, molokhia, strawberries) are processed, flash-frozen, and packed under cold-chain protocols, making them ideal for long-shelf-life supply or off-season needs.
Gezira United
Family-owned agricultural vegetable and fruit export company with roots dating back to 1870; formally established as an exporter in 2016.
Owns farms along the Nile Delta and manages the entire supply chain from seeding to shipping.
Operates a 5,000 sqm FDA-registered, solar-powered packing and storage facility plus a 40-acre farm.
Exports a wide range of produce: citrus, bananas, garlic, onions, pomegranates, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and assorted vegetables.
Known for sustainability practices, tailored packaging solutions, and broad global export operations.
Fruit Food Egypt
Egyptian exporter with multiple packing stations and owned production lands.
Offers a diverse product calendar covering both fruits and vegetables for year-round sourcing.
Focuses on flexibility for international buyers and active participation in multiple export markets.
Listed contact address: 30 Emad El Din Street, Downtown Cairo.
Egygreen
Is a vegetable and fruit exporter operating since 2003 with a dedicated pack-house in Sadat City, Egypt.
Supplies fresh fruits and vegetables year-round to Europe, Africa, Asia, and Arab-region buyers.
Serves a variety of clients: importers, wholesalers, supermarkets, caterers, and processing manufacturers.
Emphasizes consistent quality, fresh-daily supply, and modern post-harvest handling practices.
Foodex
An established Egyptian exporter supplying both fresh and frozen/IQF fruits and vegetables.
Operates from a central headquarters in Tanta, with additional offices in Oman and Malaysia to support regional buyers.
Has grown its export operations over roughly a decade, showing steady adaptation to international standards and documentation requirements.
Offers a wide mix of fresh staples such as onions, garlic, potatoes, peppers, and sweet potatoes, suitable for large-volume importers.
Runs a frozen-processing line producing IQF strawberries, mango, green beans, okra, mixed vegetables, and other frozen cuts for year-round supply.
Known for combining fresh and frozen lines, making it convenient for importers who prefer one supplier for multiple categories.
Experienced with export logistics, reefer shipments, and packing specifications needed for different markets.
A practical choice for buyers needing consolidated shipments, consistent supply, and multi-product sourcing from Egypt.
Conclusion
Egypt's food exporting landscape is diverse, offering buyers several strong sourcing options, from vertically integrated farm-to-export operations to frozen-processing specialists and multi-category suppliers serving multiple regions.
When selecting a partner, importers should prioritize exporters that demonstrate transparent quality systems, certified sourcing, flexible packing, strong communication, and the capability to manage all export documentation and logistics efficiently.
For buyers seeking a partner that can consolidate multiple product categories, ensure compliance, and deliver consistently smooth shipments, choosing an exporter with these advanced capabilities will offer the strongest support for scaling import programs and maintaining quality in demanding international markets.

Address:
Blue Mall - Street 38 Third District - Fifth Settlement - Egypt
Phone:
+201099111918
Whatsapp:
+201099111918

PEI Trade is a B2B exporter of Egyptian fresh & frozen produce. We work only with verified farms & packing houses and provide third-party inspections (SGS/Intertek) upon request.

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