Share
525.500 €
100% funded by 2090 investors
Lime Packing House
La Union, CO
instalment
quarterly
term
5 years
yearly interest
9.25%
risk rating
B-
Increase citrus producer access to international markets.
Description
Vallata is a Colombian organic citrus (oranges and limes) producer and exporter. Vallata is focused on the sustainability of their processes and the social impact of their activity.
This raising through this campaign will be used to co-finance the construction of a cutting-edge lime packing house in Valle del Cauca. The goal is to reinforce the capacity to access international markets.
After over a year of planning the Lime Packing House construction started in February 2024. In March 2024 Vallata purchased machinery and are now operational. 
The promoter is committed to bolstering the livelihoods of local lime growers, promoting sustainable farming practices, and nurturing the economic fabric of their community. 
The Impact
Direct
- Increase agricultural productivity and access to international markets for producers: the packing facility financed through this campaign will allow Vallata to connect and integrate the producing land to the exporting markets, which contributes to increased efficiency in processes and costs. The packing house is part of Vallata’s role in improving access to international markets of Colombian fruit producers. In the packing house, Vallata will process and pack for the export of organic limes.
Indirect
- Promotion of sustainable and resilient food production systems: Vallata implements the organic mode of production for limes and other fruit, having their own production as well as the smallholder producers with whom they partner are certified organic and good agricultural practices (Global GAP certification). Vallata owns 100 hectares of land that are under production and another 130 hectares that are being sowed, while the associated producers amount to another 100 hectares. In addition, Valllata owns 40 hectares of land that are natural reserve. In total, currently there are 240 hectares of land under organic agriculture or natural protection.
- Increase productivity and financial health of smallholder farmers: around 50% of Vallata’s limes exports originate from 82 smallholder farmers. Vallata and the smallholder farmers work together within an agreement with a third organisation specialized in organic production and exporting. Through this agreement, the producers receive technical assistance in organic certification and access to markets, as well as better conditions for payments receival.
- Improve resources use efficiency in consumption and production: Vallata implements a set of sustainable practices in its production and relation with producers. On the farms, they use manual irrigation systems (that are water-use efficient) and have 40 hectares of natural reserve protecting river basins. Regarding energy consumption, Vallata’s activity is not very energy intensive, however their energy consumption comes from hydroelectric plants in Antioquía. In their waste management, Vallata composts the residues from the farm to use as organic matter and fertilizer for the production. Also, the promoter has been working with European partners to reduce waste of the aesthetically rejected fruit on traditional sale through processing of other derived products, such as juice from the organic limes.
Impact Indicators
120
Hectares for biodiversity
Contribution to the Sustainable
Development Goals
Sustainable Development Goals
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Financial viability
The Vallata Lime Packing House is expected to generate positive revenue streams shortly after completion. The loan will be repaid to the investors with profits from the promoter's activity.
Download the Financial Statements for the promoter here
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Guarantees
Loans granted to the promoter Vallata S.A.S. by investors will have the following guarantees, provided for in the loan agreements associated with the campaign:
- Mortgage over the land acquired by Vallata S.A.S.: A first-degree mortgage on a plot to be acquired, valued at 2.378 billion Colombian pesos (approximately 560.000 euros as of 28/05/2024 conversion rate).
- Personal guarantees (pagaré) from three shareholders, who each own 25% of the company.
The Promoter
About Vallata SAS
Created in 2017 by the Escobar Santa Maria family, Vallata S.A.S. is a testament to their founders' agricultural passion.
In 2009, a family from Antioquia bet on their land and planted their first citrus tree. Over time, what started as a small plantation became a citrus exporting company. Today, Vallata has hundreds of hectares planted and managed by highly trained agronomists and many farmers. The promoter employs 40 full-time workers.
Under Alejandro Escobar Santa Maria’s leadership, the company has grown with operations in Medellin’s headquarters, Antioquia’s farms, and Valle del Cauca’s packing facilities.
The promoter's main activities are the production and sales of citrus fruits, especially limes, oranges, and lemons. From the planting of the trees in the nurseries to the delivery to the final customer. Vallata also plans to produce avocados, vanilla beans, and cashew nuts.
Main export destinations include the USA, the European Union, and the Caribbean. Their mission is to grow in the international market, contributing towards sustainable development in different regions in Colombia, specifically Antioquia and Valle del Cauca.
To establish a production method that respects the environment, Vallata has dedicated years of effort to certify their processes, endorsing their commitment to environmental excellence and social responsibility:
- Global G.A.P: sets standards for agricultural production, covering aspects such as food safety, product quality, environmental management and worker health, safety and welfare.
- Global G.A.P GRASP: assesses aspects such as working conditions, worker training and participation, occupational health and safety, and compliance with local labor legislation.
- Mayacert Ecologic Standard: sets standards for environmentally friendly production, ensuring compliance with specific ecological criteria to promote sustainability.
The team
Alejandro Escobar
After finishing his bachelor's in Business Management Alejandro became Colombia's first organic orange grower and exporter to Europe, co-founded a major agricultural startup, and later focused on expanding his family's business, Vallata.
Diego Lopera
As Director of Operations and Agricultural Engineer, Diego combines financial and operational management skills to optimize the production and sustainability of farms specializing in Tahiti Lime citrus. His focus is on ensuring operational efficiency, environmental sustainability, and product quality in all operations.
Juan Camilo Suárez
Agricultural Engineer combines expertise in coffee, banana, and technology-driven cultivation.
Maria Fernanda Díaz
With a solid background and over 6 years of experience coordinating administrative and accounting tasks, Maria Fernanda's proactive and detail-oriented approach enables her to optimize company resources and ensure the fulfillment of organizational objectives.
María Isabel Sabas Jiménez
María, experienced in managing logistical operations, is responsible for coordinating and optimizing the functioning of the property, ensuring that processes are efficient and smooth within the plant.
Zulay Rengifo Peña
With a background in Public Accounting and Administrative Sciences, Zulay combines her academic experience with her logistics management and coordination skills to ensure efficiency and quality in the plant's processes.
Estefanía Negrete
Estefanía is a Certified Public Accountant and leads the accounting department. With experience in the financial sector, she is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of records and compliance with financial regulations.
Business Model
Vallata S.A.S. is a Colombian citrus exporter with a focus on oranges and limes, they cater to markets in the USA, the Netherlands, and locally. Their business model integrates both online and offline sales channels, engaging wholesalers and retailers alike.
Active since
2017
Fiscal country
CO
Operating In
Colombia
Industry
Agriculture
Number of Goparity Loans
2
Women Shareholders
Yes
Website
https://vallata.com.co/Updates
2024-10-26
First payment
First instalment was paid to all the investors
2024-07-24
Vallata’s packing house in Valle del Cauca is up and running.
The promoter shared an update of the products' processing for a recent shipment of two containers of organic limes to the Netherlands.
2024-07-11
100% funded
2078 investors successfully raised 525.500€
2024-06-27
Open for investment
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