Mediterranean almonds, grown across the Iberian Peninsula, are globally renowned for their exceptional quality. In this context, the partnership between Dcoop and Importaco stands out as a successful model that combines local sourcing, sustainability and processing excellence, bringing our almonds to the global food industry.
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Dcoop’s excellence in almond cultivation
Dcoop is one of the largest Mediterranean almond producers and is distinguished by its commitment to local sourcing and traceability. Their sustainable model includes initiatives such as efficient water and energy usage, responsible pesticide and waste management, and carbon footprint reduction.
Their orchards cultivate premium almond varieties including Lauranne, Penta, Marinada and Guara. These varieties are notable for their exceptional nutritional profile and organoleptic properties, making them ideal ingredients for sectors such as bakery, confectionery and plant-based milk production.
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Importaco’s role: excellence in processing
At Importaco, we specialise in almond processing, meeting the highest quality and food safety standards, backed by IFS and BRC Foods certifications. Furthermore, we guarantee specialised products that are free from allergens such as gluten and peanuts, thus meeting the specific requirements of the food industry.
Importaco offers the following formats:
- Almond
- Chopped almonds
- Flaked almonds
- Diced almonds
- Ground almonds
Thanks to the high reliability and versatility of the raw material, almonds marketed by Importaco are crucial to the food industry, particularly in the plant-based milk, chocolate, confectionery, bakery and snacks sectors.
A partnership with global impact
The collaboration between Importaco and Dcoop not only adds value to the local market but aims to become a global leader in the marketing of Mediterranean almonds. This strategic alliance strengthens both companies’ position across various sectors, including Horeca, retail distribution and ingredient supply for the food industry.
Commitment to sustainability and zero waste
In line with their sustainable vision, Importaco and Dcoop implement a zero-waste approach, ensuring that every part of the almond is utilised. This commitment to a circular economy not only reduces environmental impact but also maximises the value of each harvest.
To learn more about Importaco’s sustainable initiatives, don’t miss our article: What are we (really) talking about when we talk about sustainable agriculture?
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The future of Mediterranean almonds
The partnership between Importaco and Dcoop perfectly demonstrates how collaboration can transform an exceptional raw material like Mediterranean almonds into a value-added product for the global food industry.
The Itac Professional brand
Itac Professional, Importaco’s B2B brand, specialises in the production and marketing of nuts and nut-based products, establishing itself as a European leader through its focus on quality, traceability and tailored solutions for the retail, food service and food manufacturing sectors. With products including almonds, peanuts and nut pastes, it combines innovation with stringent food safety standards and a strong commitment to sustainability and a circular economy throughout its value chain.
