Crispy and full of flavour, our almonds are grown in Portugal and sustainably processed according to the best food safety practices. We are producer of the finest mediterranean almonds.
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Our mission is to produce the best Mediterranean almonds. We use smart farming tools and cutting-edge technology to guarantee consistent and sustainable production. From Portugal’s interior to the world.
In bulk or packaged, in their shells or processed, we have every kind of almond to offer. Our product is what drives us.
We seek to balance high productivity with a respect for the environment by investing in technologies that promote intelligent production and that make the best use of resources.
Veracruz is the first company in the world to have traceable almonds. We use blockchain technology to trace the entire production process.
We use air and land drones to more swiftly and efficiently detect faults.
Every day, we use innovative technology to control and manage the entire production.
We are pioneers in the use of Aqua4d technology, which treats the water before being used on the crop and fosters zero water waste.
We take care of the soil through inter-row planting, organic fertilizing using plant material from tree pruning, and by choosing the most efficient varieties.
We invest in partnerships with academic institutions to produce scientific knowledge that helps us to grow and produce in an increasingly effective and environmentally-friendly way.
In every stage of production, we ensure that our more than 1300 hectares are productive and sustainable. That means producing the maximum amount of high-quality almonds with the minimum possible impact on the environment.
preparing the soil is essential for planting and makes it easier to tend our trees throughout their entire life cycle.
with the help of precision farming, we draw up irrigation, fertilisation and pruning plans, among others.
we monitor the health of our almonds every day and pick them at just the right time.
our almonds are stored in appropriate facilities to ensure the right level of humidity and crunchiness.
the time has come to even further enhance the value of our fruit, in line with the most important food safety guidelines.
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Veracruz almonds are distributed to partners who secure a high quality, fast delivery service.
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We comply with the strictest standards of quality and food safety. We have Global Gap, Integrated Production,Spring and Leaf Marque certification.
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Did you know that the term ‘regenerative agriculture’ is already familiar to over 57% of consumers? That’s according to research from Purdue University, and in this article, we break down the findings and show how Veracruz Almonds is working to make this concept even more widely known.
Discover our harvesting techniques and the intelligent cultivation methods we use at Veracruz Almonds to provide the best Mediterranean almonds while taking care of the environment.
From heart health to brain function, weight management to glowing skin, the health benefits of almonds are truly remarkable. Let’s dive into the world of almonds and unravel why they deserve a very special spot in your daily diet.
It’s no secret that the plant-based food market is growing at pace. According to Statista*, the global plant-based market currently sits at 52.5 billion US dollars and is expected to reach 77.8 billion US dollars in 2025.
The vegan cheese market has boomed in recent years and shows no signs of slowing down. According to Statista, the market value of global vegan cheese hit over 3 billion U.S Dollars in 2022 and is forecasted to reach almost $4 billion by the end of 2024.
In addition to GlobalG.A.P Veracruz has renewed the Spring modules and the LEAF Marque and Integrated Production certifications. The GRASP module has also become part of the company's set of certifications.
Taste, texture, variety, nutrition: Almond as a versatile ingredient for the plant based market.
LEAF Marque is a British certification with strict criteria whose key word is sustainability. The almond producer has managed to achieve it.
The almond producer once again receives the green light from GlobalG.A.P and adds the Spring module, which assesses sustainable water management. Sustainable agriculture is one of the cornerstones of the company’s activity
Veracruz’s 5 estates are located in the municipalities of Idanha-a-Nova and Fundão, in the district of Castelo Branco. At our head office in Idanha-a-Nova, our door is open to you from 9 am to 6 pm.
