HillFord Exports
HillFord Exports is a leading exporter of fresh, hand-picked Indian vegetables. Leveraging India's diverse agro-climatic zones, we source produce year-round, ensuring compliance with global food safety standards (like HACCP and Global GAP). Our commitment is to deliver freshness, quality, and flavor from the farm straight to your market.
India is one of the world’s leading producers of fresh vegetables, known for its fertile soil, favorable climate, and advanced agricultural practices. We export a wide range of premium-quality fresh vegetables sourced directly from certified farms across India. Our vegetables are carefully cultivated, hygienically processed, and quality-checked to meet international export standards. With strict quality control, proper cold-chain handling, and reliable logistics, we ensure freshness, taste, and nutritional value are preserved during transit to global markets.
Our preferred export vegetables include Drumsticks (Moringa), Red Onions, Green Chilies, Red Chilies, Ginger, and many more seasonal varieties, supplied to markets across the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa.
| Image | Vegetable | Description & Key Features | Specifications (Export Grade) | Standard Packing Size & Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Drumsticks (Moringa Pods) | Fresh Indian drumsticks are valued globally for their rich nutritional profile and long shelf life, making them ideal for international markets. |
Length: 30–45 cm Color: Bright green Texture: Tender & fiber-free |
5 kg / 10 kg Corrugated boxes or ventilated cartons with liner |
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Red Onions | Indian red onions are known for their strong flavor, long storage life, and uniform size, making them highly demanded worldwide. |
Size: 45–70 mm Color: Deep red Moisture: Well cured & dry |
10 kg / 20 kg / 25 kg Mesh bags or jute bags |
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Green Chili | Indian green chilies are widely exported for their vibrant color, sharp pungency, and freshness retention during transit. |
Length: 6–9 cm Color: Glossy green Moisture: Optimal freshness |
5 kg / 10 kg Plastic crates or carton boxes with ventilation |
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Red Chili (Fresh) | Fresh red chilies from India are prized for their intense color, rich flavor, and export-grade consistency. |
Length: 7–10 cm Color: Bright red Condition: Firm & damage-free |
5 kg / 10 kg Corrugated boxes with food-grade lining |
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Ginger (Fresh) | Indian fresh ginger is exported globally for its strong aroma, juicy texture, and medicinal value. |
Size: Medium to large rhizomes Skin: Clean & smooth Moisture: Fresh, non-shriveled |
5 kg / 10 kg / 20 kg Jute bags or carton boxes |
Our packing procedures are designed to maximize shelf life (for sea freight) and minimize damage (for air freight), adhering to the destination country's phytosanitary requirements.
| Parameter | Standard |
|---|---|
| Freshness | 100% Fresh, fully trimmed, and packed immediately after harvest. |
| Cleaning | All vegetables are washed/dry cleaned (as appropriate for the produce) and disinfected. |
| Foreign Matter | Nil. Free from external dust, soil, pests, or insects. |
| Temperature | Maintained through the cold chain at 2°C to 13°C, as required for the product. |
| Packaging Layer | Material Used | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Inner Wrap | Food-grade PE films, Butter Paper, or Individual Punnet Trays. | Controls moisture loss, prevents rubbing/bruising, and maintains temperature. |
| Primary Outer Box | Corrugated Fibreboard (CFB) Boxes (3-Ply or 5-Ply). | Standard container for most fresh vegetables. Features high crush strength and ample ventilation holes. |
| Ventilation | 16-20 ventilation holes (20mm diameter) per box for crucial respiration and heat management. | - |
| Sealing | Strapping with PP bands and BOPP adhesive tape. | Secure sealing to prevent shifting during transit. |
| Logistics | All boxes are stacked on standard wooden or plastic pallets within refrigerated (reefer) containers (20 ft or 40 ft). | Ensures stability and easy handling via forklift at the port of arrival. |
