RIC Brands UK sources premium Arabica and Robusta coffees from leading African coffee-producing regions known for altitude, soil quality, unique flavour profiles, and sustainable farming practices.

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We work with:

• Smallholder cooperatives

• Estate farms

• Specialty coffee processors

• Exporters and washing stations

• Organic and Rainforest Alliance aligned producers

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Product Categories

Specialty Arabica Coffee

Origin profiles include:

• Ethiopia

• Kenya

• Rwanda

• Uganda

• Tanzania

• Burundi

Specialty Robusta Coffee

Origin profiles include:

• Uganda

• Cameroon

• Ivory Coast

• DR Congo

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Typical Specifications

• Screen sizes: 15–18+

• Moisture: 10–12%

• Hand sorted and graded

• Fully washed, natural and honey processed options

• Single origin and blended options available

• Specialty cupping profiles available

• Traceability to farm/cooperative level

• Organic options available

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Export packaging: 

◦ 60kg jute bags

◦ GrainPro lined bags

◦ Private label opportunities

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Key Coffee Regions We Work With

East Africa

• Sidamo, Yirgacheffe & Guji – Ethiopia

• Nyeri & Kirinyaga – Kenya

• Western & Central Uganda

• Huye & Nyamasheke – Rwanda

• Kayanza – Burundi

Central Africa

• Eastern DR Congo

• Cameroon Highlands

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Market Positioning

RIC Brands UK supports:

• Specialty coffee roasters

• Independent cafés

• Wholesale coffee distributors

• Hospitality chains

• Retail private label programs

• Ethical sourcing initiatives

RIC Brands UK works with cocoa producers, cooperatives, and exporters supplying traceable cocoa beans and cocoa derivatives for premium chocolate and ingredient markets.

We focus on sustainable sourcing, quality traceability, and supporting African value addition.

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Product Categories

• Premium cocoa beans

• Fermented cocoa beans

• Organic cocoa options

• Traceable cocoa supply

• Cocoa nibs

• Cocoa derivatives

Product Specifications

• Properly fermented beans

• Sun dried

• Moisture controlled

• Export quality grading

• Traceability systems available

• Sustainability aligned sourcing

• Bulk shipment programs available

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Key Regions We Work With

West Africa

• Ghana

• Ivory Coast

• Nigeria

East & Central Africa

• Uganda

• Cameroon

• DR Congo

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Market Positioning

The premium chocolate market increasingly demands:

• Single origin cocoa

• Sustainable sourcing

• Ethical producer relationships

• Traceable supply chains

• Higher quality fermentation standards

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RIC Brands UK helps African producers position themselves for:

• Bean-to-bar chocolate makers

• Artisan chocolate brands

• Premium ingredient buyers

• Ethical sourcing programs

• European manufacturing supply chains

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RIC Brands UK sources naturally dried tropical fruits from African processors using solar drying and modern dehydration technologies.

Our dried fruit programs focus on clean-label, naturally processed products with strong demand in health food, retail snack, hospitality, and ingredient markets.

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Product Categories

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Dried Mango

• Natural dried mango

• Soft chew dried mango

• Unsweetened options

• Organic options​

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Product Specifications

• Naturally dried

• No artificial preservatives

• Sulphur-free options

• Moisture controlled

• EU food safety aligned

• Export packed

• Bulk and retail formats available

• Custom packaging available

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Packaging Options

• Bulk cartons

• Retail pouches

• Food service packs

• Private label packaging

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Key Regions We Work With

Ghana

• Eastern Region

• Volta Region

Kenya

• Coastal region

• Central Kenya

Uganda

• Western Uganda

• Central Uganda

Tanzania

• Morogoro region

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Market Positioning

Growing European demand is driven by:

• Healthy snack consumption

• Natural foods market growth

• Clean-label consumer trends

• Vegan and wellness markets

• Sustainable sourcing preferences

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RIC Brands UK supports processors in improving:

• Food safety systems

• Packaging standards

• Shelf-life optimization

• Export documentation

• UK retail readiness

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RIC Brands UK sources naturally dried tropical fruits from African processors using solar drying and modern dehydration technologies.

Our dried fruit programs focus on clean-label, naturally processed products with strong demand in health food, retail snack, hospitality, and ingredient markets.

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Product Categories

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Dried Pineapple

• Natural dried pineapple

• Rings and diced formats

• No added sugar options

• Organic options

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Product Specifications

• Naturally dried

• No artificial preservatives

• Sulphur-free options

• Moisture controlled

• EU food safety aligned

• Export packed

• Bulk and retail formats available

• Custom packaging available

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Packaging Options

• Bulk cartons

• Retail pouches

• Food service packs

• Private label packaging

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Key Regions We Work With

Ghana

• Eastern Region

• Volta Region

Kenya

• Coastal region

• Central Kenya

Uganda

• Western Uganda

• Central Uganda

Tanzania

• Morogoro region

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Market Positioning

Growing European demand is driven by:

• Healthy snack consumption

• Natural foods market growth

• Clean-label consumer trends

• Vegan and wellness markets

• Sustainable sourcing preferences

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RIC Brands UK supports processors in improving:

• Food safety systems

• Packaging standards

• Shelf-life optimization

• Export documentation

• UK retail readiness

RIC Brands UK works with African cashew processors and exporters supplying premium kernel grades for the UK and European snack, retail, confectionery, and ingredient sectors.

Africa produces some of the world’s best raw cashew nuts, and value addition through local processing is becoming increasingly important.

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Product Specifications

• White whole kernels

• Scorched whole kernels

• Splits and pieces available

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Grades: 

◦ W180

◦ W210

◦ W240

◦ W320

◦ W450

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Packaging Options

• Vacuum packed

• Nitrogen flushed options

• Export quality sorted kernels

• Retail and industrial packaging available

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Key Regions We Work With

West Africa

• Ghana

• Ivory Coast

• Nigeria

• Benin

• Burkina Faso

East Africa

• Tanzania

• Mozambique

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Packaging Formats

• 10kg vacuum packs

• 25lb cartons

• Bulk industrial packaging

• Retail private label packaging

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Market Positioning

European buyers increasingly seek:

• Traceable origin supply

• Ethically sourced kernels

• Premium quality grading

• Consistent processing standards

• Sustainable supply chains

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RIC Brands UK helps connect African processors directly with:

• UK importers

• Nut wholesalers

• Food manufacturers

• Retail buyers

• Ingredient distributors

RIC Brands UK works with commercial farms, grower associations, and exporters supplying premium export-grade avocados to the UK and European fresh produce market.

Our avocado supply focuses primarily on Hass avocado varieties suitable for retail, wholesale, and food service distribution.

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Product Specifications

• Hass avocado varieties

• Export-grade quality

• Global GAP aligned producers

• Calibres: 12–30

• Dry matter compliant

• Hand harvested and sorted

• Sea freight and air freight programs

• Traceability systems available

• Retail and wholesale packaging formats available

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Packaging Formats

• 4kg cartons

• 10kg cartons

• Retail-ready packaging

• Private label options

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Key Regions We Work With

Kenya

• Murang’a

• Kiambu

• Nyeri

• Embu

Tanzania

• Mbeya Highlands

• Arusha region

Rwanda

• Northern Highlands

South Africa

• Limpopo region

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Market Opportunities

European demand for avocados continues to grow due to:

• Healthy eating trends

• Plant-based diets

• Retail demand expansion

• Food service consumption growth

• Consumer preference for traceable produce

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RIC Brands UK helps producers align with:

• UK supermarket standards

• European import compliance

• Cold chain requirements

• Ethical sourcing expectations

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