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This company was founded in Lezha, in 2009. Their dairy products are sold nowadays in several markets of Albania, such as: Shkodra, Vlora, Durres, Saranda, Berat, Lac, Tirana, Lushnje, Elbasan, Gjirokaster, Puke, Rreshen, Tepelen, Lezhe, Fushe- Kruje, Kukes, Golem, Kavaja , Fier, Patos, Roskovec, Librazhd, Rrogozhine, Korce, Prrenjas, Bulqize, Kruje, Shijak, Blinisht. They also produce wild fig glyco, zucchini and ginger glyco, strawberry compote, cherry compote, cornelian cherry compote, chestnut cream, pomegranate cream, blueberry juice, pomegranate juice, pomegranate juice, thane juice, apple juice, wild apple mustard, blueberry jam, fig jam, quince jam, persimmon jam, plum jam, blackberry jam, apple jam, grape jam, cherry jam, pepper jam, cornelian cherry jam, tomato sauce, pineapple syrup, apple cider vinegar. For these products a great interest was seen, as it was hinted that everything is organic, no different substances or chemicals are used. Seeing the need of the market, how many consumers were looking for organic products, to be sure that what they bought did not contain chemicals, the need and the desire to make the production of various products increased.
The shelf life of their products varies based on its storage temperature and packaging. Products in glass packaging have a shelf life of 1 year, while products in bathtubs have a shelf life of 6 months.
The packaging is divided into 3 types:
• plastic
• vacuum bag
• glass
Currently they export only to Kosovo cheese products in large packaging, butter and jars with different products.
They posses ISO 22000:2005 certification which is an international standard covering relevant institutions such as equipment, packaging material, cleaning agents, manufacturers of additives and ingredients throughout the food chain.
They are looking to expand their products into international markets such as Switzerland, Canada, USA or China. A distribution services agreement would be suitable, while the foreign company from Switzerland,Canada, USA or China will act as a wholesaler in the markets they have access to.

Advantages & innovations

-Experienced and hardworking staff. -Production of special products, such as sauces and jams. Knowledge of these products has grown to another level. The products are now known in Albania and not only. -Their innovation is a combination of a traditional and a modern product. For example, napa cheese which is a traditional product but which is intertwined with new technology. -The use of newer machines at the cheese factory.

Stage of development

Already on the market

Partner sought

They are looking for reliable partners from Switzerland, Canada, USA or China to have a long term cooperation. The Albanian agribusiness will act as a supplier of the goods, while the foreign company as a wholesaler, able to promote the products in a new market, restaurants etc.