It is made up of companies, cooperatives and associations that produce, package and export commodities with special quality and origin characteristics, among which it is worth highlighting spices, honey, cocoa, chocolate, cobanero chili, macadamia, sesame seeds, cinnamon, organic products, among others.
These have distinctive special characteristics resulting from the different ecosystems and microclimates in which they are grown, as well as the meticulous harvest and post-harvest process with which they have conquered market niches in Europe, the United States and Asia.
This Subsector exports an average of US$ 80 million per year and is regularly present in globally relevant trade events such as Sial (France), Anuga and Biofach (Germany). It also focuses on meeting safety and quality standards which help it ensure long-term business relationships.