Lona

"Lona is now one of the 5 largest exporters of citrus products in SA." The group comprises of a number of entities and joint ventures that successfully contribute to agricultural development in South Africa through the production and export of citrus products. The group is involved in activities from the start of the value chain (farming and packin... g) up until the final step (export). This allows for control and reliability of the internal operations of the companies and it also increases the synergies within the network. Involved at each point in the supply chain, Lona has developed and specialised in input aggregation, pack-houses, cold storage and marketing and has continued to grow from strength to strength over the years. Lona's transformative business model combines business sustainability, wealth creation for Previously Disadvantaged (PD) farmers, supply chain security, strong buyer relationships and the socio-economic development of farming communities. This model has enabled the group to maintain a position of strength both domestically and in the international arena and demonstrates the companies' commitment to the developmental necessities of South Africa.Read More