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100% funded by 1885 investors
Lime Packing House III
La Union, CO
instalment
quarterly
term
5 years
yearly interest
9.25%
risk rating
B-
Increase organic citrus production volume.
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.
The funds raised by this campaign will finance upscaling the operations of six citrus farms - Montenegro, Las Palmeras, Turin, Balcanes, Llanogrande, and Pomarosa - that will keep feeding the Vallata's Lime Packing House. The goal is to implement Vallata’s production model, including building infrastructure and expanding all certifications.
Many Colombian farmers can’t reach the scale needed to compete in the citrus markets and are not able to reach the quality certifications needed for exporting. As part of its strategic expansion, Vallata is increasing its production capacity by renting six farms and helping them scale.
These farms, already populated with thousands of citrus trees, are leased from small farmers who traditionally lack the scale and infrastructure needed to access international markets. By integrating these farms into Vallata's production system, the promoter will increase their production volume, and the local farmers will benefit from better infrastructure, access to larger markets, and better income. Vallata will implement a series of improvements on the six farms, including soil and foliar fertilisation, phytosanitary treatments, tree pruning, irrigation systems, updated tools and equipment, and infrastructure development.
Learn more about the farms here: VALLATA_2025.pdf
This is the promoter's third campaign, after raising 525.500€ in Lime Packing House to co-finance the construction of a cutting-edge lime packing house in Valle del Cauca, and 370.000€ in Lime Packing House II to support the promoter's export business.
The Impact
Direct
- 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’ certified organic and good agricultural practices (Global GAP certification). By renting the six new farms, Vallata will add another 113 hectares of land to be under preparation and production. In addition, Valllata owns 40 hectares of land that are natural reserve, protecting river basins.
- Improve resources use efficiency in consumption and production: Vallata focuses on the efficiency of natural resources in its production. The promoter uses manual irrigation systems (that are water-use efficient) at the farms, maintains a relatively low intensity of energy consumption, which comes from hydroelectric plants in Antioquía, and composts residues from the farm to use as organic matter and fertilizer for the production.
Indirect
- Implementation of an environmental and social management system: Overall Vallata implements a broad set of practices as part of their sustainability policies, including soil and groundwater quality management, pollution, waste management, biodiversity, workers rights and fair compensation and water supply.
- Commitment to continuous improvement towards sustainability:As part of the funding for this campaign, Vallata has committed to expand their policies by implementing a couple of measures at the owned and rented farms, that represent priorities for the company and for Goparity, in the next 6 months. They are:
- Development of gender-related policies, such as parenting leave, flexible return, health care and well-being and career opportunities for women;
- Installation of new sanitation and hygiene facilities for workers at the fields;
- Improvement of sanitation and hygiene facilities for workers at their accommodation;
- Develop a land acquisition policy: to avoid involuntary displacement resulting from land acquisitions or leases;
- Implementation of water consumption tracking strategy to monitor water usage in the operations.
Impact Indicators
113
Hectares for biodiversity
Contribution to the Sustainable
Development Goals
Sustainable Development Goals
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Financial viability
These improvements financed by this campaign will increase Vallata's total production capacity and generate additional revenue through exports to existing customers in the US, the EU, and the Caribbean.
Revenues generated by the increase in production are expected to fully support the repayment of the financing from the Goparity investors, while contributing to Vallata's continued growth and impact on the organic fruit export market.
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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:
- Autonomous personal guarantee under Colombian law (pagaré) from the shareholder, Alejandro Escobar Santa Maria with the following NIT 1128443367, for the total amount of the debt.
- Autonomous personal guarantee under Colombian law (pagaré) from the shareholder, Sara Escobar Santa María with the following NIT 1035877050, for the total amount of the debt.
- 1st degree mortgage on 5 rural plots of land in Origen Suroeste - El Patio de los Naranjos P.H. - Plot No. 20, 22, 23, 25 and 26, in Bellavista, Santa Barbara, Antioquia, Colombia, owned by Inversiones Prado Monte S.A. S. These plots of land have a Certificate of Title. S. These plots have a Certificate of Ownership from the Colombian Land Registry and Public Instruments Office with the following numbers respectively: 023-22974, 023-22976, 023-22977, 023-22979 and 023-22980. According to the official valuation of the property, these plots were valued at a total of 3.247.762.895 Colombian pesos (which corresponds to 732.798,49 euros using the conversion rate of 26/03/2025).
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 closed 2024 with 135 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.
In addition to agriculture, the Santamaría family group also develops real estate projects through affiliated entities such as Origin Land Company, focused on sustainable land use, tourism, and community development.
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.
Rafael Santa María
Rafael leads the development of new business models and ensures that every project is executed with excellence. He has directed initiatives in livestock management, sustainable agriculture, and rural development, bringing a strategic vision that integrates growth, efficiency, and long-term impact.
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.
Emmanuel Muñoz
Emmanuel is a Certified Public Accountant and leads the accounting department. With experience in the financial sector, he is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of records and compliance with financial regulations.
Sara Escobar
With a master's degree in Digital Marketing, Sara has led large-scale marketing projects in the food industry across Latin America, Mexico, and Spain. Her experience combines strategy, brand development, and digital execution to strengthen positioning and drive growth across multiple markets.
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.
Beyond agriculture, the Santamaría family group is also present in the real estate sector through Origin Land Company, its affiliated entity. Origin develops projects that combine sustainable land use with tourism and community development, adding diversification to Vallata’s core export business and strengthening the group’s long‑term growth model.
Active since
2017
Fiscal country
CO
Operating In
"Colombia"
Industry
Agriculture
Number of Goparity Loans
4
Women Shareholders
Yes
Updates
2025-08-19
First payment
First instalment was paid to all the investors
2025-05-12
100% funded
1852 investors successfully raised 350.000€
2025-05-01
Target of 350.000,00€ achieved
The project has successfully met its target of 350.000,00€ with the participation of 1849 investors. You can still join the waiting list until the campaign closes.
2025-04-17
Open for investment
This campaign is open for investment
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