Southam · Agricultural trade
Agricultural sourcing from South America.
Source agricultural products through one commercial contact, with product specifications, supply arrangements and export responsibilities agreed before you order.
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How we work
A clear path from requirement to export.
- 01
Requirement review
Clarify product, destination, specifications, quantity and timing.
- 02
Supply assessment
Assess suppliers, product fit and market requirements.
- 03
Commercial proposal
Agree responsibilities, pricing, payment and delivery.
- 04
Agreed execution
Coordinate the agreed work once the order is confirmed.
Checks before an order
Review specifications, traceability and destination requirements before accepting an order. Check each lot before dispatch and resolve critical issues before proceeding.
Technical assessment
Specialist inspections and agronomy support are arranged by assignment, with scope, reporting and costs agreed in advance.
Development
Supplier and producer development
Practical support to help producers and suppliers prepare for market opportunities.
Farm and supplier readiness
Farm visits, documentation and traceability reviews to identify gaps and priorities.
Preparation for buyer requirements
Preparation of specifications and documentation for buyer assessments or independent certification.
Producer development programmes
Agronomic improvement, training and organisational support tailored to local conditions.
Scope and technical delivery
Southam coordinates each project with the appointed technical professionals. Scope and costs are agreed in advance; certification remains with independent bodies.
Discuss a development project →Select your product and describe the project in Additional details.
Areas for further collaboration
Potential projects, subject to technical assessment and agreed objectives.
Postharvest losses
Explore better handling and market options to reduce losses.
Resilient production
Explore better soil and water management with technical partners.
Uses for by-products
Assess safe, commercially viable uses for by-products and fruit outside fresh-market specifications.
Southam
Your sourcing partner in South America.
C.I. Southam S.A.S. helps international buyers source agricultural products from Colombia and Peru.
We assess supply options and agree availability, responsibilities and commercial terms before each order.
info@southamglobal.com+57 320 990 9749Julián Forero
Managing Director
Background in supplier development, international business and innovation consulting, with experience in Colombia and the Netherlands.
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