After arriving in the Netherlands in 2018, Mohamed quickly realized that finding a job was not easy. t wasn’t due to lack of experience; with over ten years of experience as an operational manager at Emirates Airline, he was accustomed to working with over 70 different nationalities. Additionally, he had gained experience in customer service and logistics.
Fortunately, Mohamed is not one to be easily discouraged He saw an opportunity in the Egyptian agricultural market and started a general partnership (VOF) in 2019, acting as an intermediary for fresh fruit from Egypt to Western Europe. In the three years that the VOF was active, he achieved success in importing and exporting fruit, particularly strawberries. Four years later, he has built a solid network and gained a reputation as an honest professional who conducts business in a transparent manner.
This success fueled bigger dreams. In 2022, Mohamed started Uniproducers with a small team. It’s a serious business with the potential to create an even larger network of producers and customers. Currently, Uniproducers offers a wide range of soft and frozen fruits. The past four years have shown that there are still many opportunities for growers in the Middle East and for collaboration with Europe.
What we Aim to Achieve
Farming in the Middle East and Africa is becoming increasingly challenging. High agricultural costs and limited incomes mean that there is little investment in the industry. We want to do our part to address this issue. We achieve this through collaboration, which results in knowledge sharing, process optimization, clear communication, and fair and prompt payment.
Farmers come together to work with us, creating a collective approach to entrepreneurship. This marks a significant shift from the current way of operating. From individual farmers to a collective working together for a better agricultural industry for all.
We are aware of the industry’s reputation for doing business in and with the Middle East and Africa, specifically Egypt. We aim to bring about a positive change there as well. Collective collaboration contributes to this goal. With our extensive experience and background in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, we are the ideal partner to bridge the gap and ensure:
Vision for the future
Unfortunately, equal opportunities for men and women are not yet prevalent everywhere, including in the Middle East and Africa Within the agricultural sector, we aim to bring about change in this regard. Through training programs and collaborations with growers, we strive to provide women with equal opportunities within this sector.
A deal is a deal
Integrity is of utmost importance to us. We stand for clear agreements and a transparent supply chain. or both our suppliers and customers, the principle is simple: a deal is a deal.
Fair prices
To stimulate innovation and ensure that farming is rewarding, we ensure that growers receive fair prices for their products. As well as prompt payment after delivery of their product.
Multicultural background
We are aware that within the industry, there is a reputation concerning doing business in and with the Middle East and Africa, specifically Egypt. With our many years of experience and our own background in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, we are the ideal partner to bridge these regions.
Food safety & inspections
We conduct ongoing quality controls at the growers' facilities to ensure that you receive a high-quality product that meets all European standards.
Long-term relationships
At its core, our company is a family business with the associated culture of short lines of communication and open dialogue. We have strong control over the supply chain and a collaborative approach focused on the long term.
Our Team
Mohamed Osman
Founder & Partner
Mohamed is the initiator and visionary behind Uniproducers. It is his vision and experience that make the company unique. He is personally involved in the company on a daily basis, handling sales and marketing, as well as project management, import, and export.
Suzan van Klink
Co-founder & Partner
Suzan and Mohamed are both passionate and socially engaged individuals, which immediately created a connection between them. With her investment and expertise in startups, she ensured that the company received a real kick-start. Additionally, she supports Uniproducers as an advisor.