The Inca Trail - Amazon basin natural foods company
The Inca Trail is a family-owned food production company based in Zamora, Ecuador, founded in 2017. Specializing in natural foods, particularly dried and cured meats, the company is committed to environmental sustainability and supports local communities through various initiatives.
Company Overview
The Inca Trail is a privately held natural foods company founded in 2017, located in Zamora, Ecuador. With a team size of two, it operates as a very small business within the food production industry. The company emphasizes its commitment to preserving natural flavors rather than creating new ones, reflecting its focus on traditional preservation techniques. The Inca Trail sources ingredients directly from the Amazon basin, ensuring high quality and sustainability while supporting local farmers and communities.
Products and Specialties
The Inca Trail specializes in a variety of natural food products, including carne seca, dried meat, cured pork, and cured beef. It offers a range of shrimp products, such as dried crunchy shrimp and shrimp powders available in flavors like salty, garlic, and spicy. The company also produces Andean cheese snacks under the CHEESBL® brand, with flavors including creamy, broccoli, and cocoa. All products are made using 100% Ecuadorian ingredients and adhere to quality standards set by GMP and HACCP certifications.
Sustainability Practices
The Inca Trail is committed to environmental sustainability by sourcing ingredients from one of the cleanest regions on Earth. The company invests in Amazonian sustainable infrastructure, including recovering lands damaged by erosion and planting mixed forests and fruit trees. It collaborates with local organic farms and teaches local farmers to create micro-businesses. The company also works closely with the indigenous community of Saraguro to produce Andean cheese snacks, ensuring that local communities benefit from its operations.
Market Presence and Expansion
The Inca Trail has expanded its market presence in the USA, introducing premium quality Ecuadorian snacks and natural products. The company exhibited at the 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show in New York, showcasing new products such as dried crunchy shrimp and Andean cheese. It also participated in the 10th MACRORRUEDA ECUADOR event to promote its offerings. The company plans to cooperate more closely with local communities to farm endemic spices and herbs for new products and flavors.
Community Engagement
The Inca Trail actively engages with local communities through its charity foundation, Kalaglaz, which protects victims of domestic violence and supports community development. The company collaborates with different minority groups to create value-added products that enhance the social and economic environment. By building new production and processing centers, it aims to support farmers and create high-quality innovative products, contributing to the overall well-being of the communities it interacts with.
