Hortifrut Peru S.A.C.
Location
Carretera Trujillo-Salaverry Km 2.665, Salaverry
Trujillo, La Libertad
Products & Services
Blueberry raspberry strawberry cultivation & export
Estimated Budget
Potential Qolca project: US$15,000-80,000/year
Based on company size (500-20,000+ employees, est. revenue US$50M-500M+). IT spending in Peruvian agroexport is typically 1-3% of revenue. Large exporters have budget authority for enterprise tools and are used to paying for certifications, audits, and compliance systems. Start with a US$5,000-10,000 pilot focused on the highest-pain process.
Who to Target
Target: Gerente General, Gerente de Operaciones, or Jefe de Sistemas/TI. In large Peruvian agroexporters, the operations manager typically champions efficiency tools, while the GM approves budget. If they have a TI department, loop them in early to avoid 'not invented here' resistance.
Research Notes
Chilean multinational. Major berry producer. Since 2018 in Peru
Business Overview
Hortifrut Peru S.A.C. operates in Peru's fresh fruits export sector, one of the country's top exporters by volume. Their core business involves sourcing, processing/packing in cold chain facilities, and exporting to international markets. Chilean multinational. Major berry producer. Since 2018 in Peru As a large agroexport company based in Trujillo, they likely manage complex multi-stage operations spanning field operations, processing plants, quality control labs, logistics coordination, and international sales — each generating significant documentation and coordination overhead.
Key Business Processes & Pain Assessment
Export Documentation & Compliance
High PainEvery shipment requires SENASA phytosanitary certificates, DIGESA health permits, certificates of origin, packing lists, commercial invoices, and bills of lading. For fresh fruits, each container can require 15-25 documents. Most of this is done manually in Word/Excel, prone to errors that cause shipment delays at port.
Supply Chain & Traceability
High PainTracking product from harvest through packing to export container. International buyers increasingly demand lot-level traceability. At their scale, this involves coordinating across multiple plant locations and hundreds of supplier relationships. The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) now requires geo-tagged proof of origin for many agricultural products.
International Client Management
Medium PainManaging relationships with importers, distributors, and brokers across multiple countries and time zones. Quotes, samples, contracts, shipping schedules, payment terms, and claims are tracked across email threads and WhatsApp. No systematic follow-up process means deals slip through the cracks, especially during peak season when the operations team is stretched thin.
Quality Control & Lab Analysis
Medium PainBrix levels, firmness testing, size calibration, residue analysis, and cold chain temperature monitoring. Results are often recorded on paper forms, then manually entered into reports. Historical quality data is rarely analyzed to identify trends or predict issues.
Financial Operations
Medium PainExport invoicing in multiple currencies, drawback claims with SUNAT, letter of credit management, and reconciliation of advance payments from international buyers. At their volume, this involves processing hundreds of export transactions per month. Many agroexporters still process SUNAT drawback claims manually, leaving money on the table.
Workforce & Field Operations
High PainSeasonal workforce of hundreds to thousands during harvest — onboarding, payroll, attendance tracking, and safety compliance. Communication with field teams relies on phone calls and WhatsApp groups. No structured task management or performance tracking.
How Qolca Can Help
Automated Export Documentation
Generate SENASA, DIGESA, packing lists, and certificates from a single data entry. Auto-fill recurring fields, validate against regulatory requirements, maintain document archive for audits.
Qolca Solution
Document Generator AI — connects to their existing data (ERP, spreadsheets) and produces compliant export docs in minutes instead of hours. Highest ROI, fastest to implement.
Client Relationship Management
Centralize all buyer communications, track order pipeline, automate follow-ups, manage sample requests, and maintain price history per client.
Qolca Solution
Custom CRM — built for agroexport workflow (campaign → sample → quote → contract → shipment → payment). Integrates with WhatsApp and email.
Traceability System
Digital lot tracking from origin to container. EUDR compliance with geo-tagged sourcing data.
Qolca Solution
Supply Chain Module — mobile app for field data capture, QR/barcode lot tracking, blockchain-optional traceability for premium buyers.
Selling Angle
Hortifrut Peru S.A.C.'s biggest leverage point is the sheer volume of manual documentation and coordination across their operations. At their scale, even a 20% efficiency gain on compliance docs saves hundreds of hours per year — easily justifying a significant software investment Lead with the compliance document generator (fastest to demonstrate, clearest ROI), then expand to CRM and supply chain modules.
Market Context
Peru's agroexport sector hit US$10B+ in 2025, growing 20%+ annually. Peru is the world's #1 blueberry and grape exporter. Competition for international shelf space is intensifying. The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and US FSMA rules mean MORE documentation, not less. Companies that automate compliance now will handle growth without proportional headcount increases. Those that don't will hit a ceiling.
Competitors
Camposol
US$242M+ exports. Heavy tech investment. New CEO prioritizing innovation.
Danper Trujillo
US$166M exports. Multi-product. Growing 40% YoY.
El Pedregal
18,000+ employees. Exports to 30+ countries.
Industry average
Most Peruvian agroexporters still use Excel + WhatsApp for core operations. Digital leaders are pulling ahead.