Gratykem Farms is committed to delivering the freshest, highest-quality produce and protein sources to our customers. Our state-of-the-art processing and packaging facility ensures that our products retain their nutritional value, safety, and visual appeal while maximizing shelf life.
Our produce originates from our meticulously cultivated farmlands, ensuring complete control over quality and adherence to sustainable practices. Additionally, we may source supplementary produce from local, like-minded farms that meet our stringent quality standards to meet the demands of our esteemed customers. All livestock are raised on our farm under the supervision of our animal husbandry team.
Sorting and Cleaning
Upon arrival at the processing facility, all produce undergoes rigorous sorting by hand and with advanced optical sorting technology. This ensures only the highest quality crops, vegetables, and animals are selected for further processing. Next, a multi-stage cleaning process removes dirt, debris, and potential contaminants, utilizing techniques like hydro-washing with ozonated water for maximum sanitation.
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Processing Machines: Depending on the product, various processing techniques and machinery are employed:
Washing and Cutting Lines: Automated washing and cutting lines will efficiently handle high volumes of products ensuring consistent portion sizes and minimal waste.
Minimal Processing: For select products, minimal processing techniques like peeling, slicing, and bagging may be employed to offer convenient, ready-to-use options for consumers.
Controlled Atmosphere Storage: Certain products will benefit from controlled atmosphere storage, which optimizes storage conditions to extend shelf life and preserve freshness.
Butchery: Our dedicated butchery utilizes advanced equipment for hygienic and efficient meat processing, ensuring high-quality cuts and cleanings.
Packaging Design
Our packaging is designed with functionality, sustainability, and visual appeal in mind. We utilise:
Food-grade, recyclable materials: Ensuring product safety and minimizing environmental impact.
Clear windows: Allowing consumers to visually assess product quality and freshness before purchase.
Informative labelling: Providing transparent information on ingredients, nutritional value, storage instructions, allergies, expirations, and traceability details.
Nutritional Value: Gratykem Farms prioritises transparency. Our packaging displays the nutritional value of each product, including details on calories, fat, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Qualified Staff
The processing and packaging team comprises highly skilled professionals with certifications in food safety handling and processing techniques. They receive ongoing training to ensure adherence to the highest quality standards and operational efficiency.
Storage
Processed and packaged products are stored in temperature-controlled environments that are meticulously monitored to maintain optimal freshness and quality. We utilise a First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory management system to ensure product rotation and minimize spoilage.
By implementing this comprehensive processing and packaging plan, Gratykem Farms offers consumers unparalleled quality, convenience, and transparency in every product we deliver.