About Our Business

Who we are

We at GSM have an incredible group of growers and customers. And our team has the depth of experience to precisely evaluate sources, markets, and needs. I'm very proud of the longstanding, strong relationships we've built at every stage of this business.

GSM is a leading exporter of farm-fresh fruits, and we have built our business on service, relationships, and experience. We've worked to create strong partnerships with both our growers and customers based on integrity and trust. Our customers know that we provide the highest quality, global experience, and precise, reliable information.

We offer more than 25 different varieties of fresh fruits working with more than 200 growers throughout the U.S., South Africa, Europe, United Kingdom and South America. We export to wholesale distributors and retailers in more than 35 countries in Asia, the Middle East, South America and Europe.

This is a business built on relationships — nearly everything we do is based on our reputation and a handshake. Every day we strive to do the right thing with our suppliers, trucking companies, steam-shiplines, airlines, all the way through to our customers. That's the foundation of our success.

Sourcing

Global sourcing allows us to define programs to fulfil the needs of our clients year-round. With our presence in both the Northern and Southern Hemisphere, we have few seasonal limitations on the availability of fresh fruits and vegetables. Our fruit is hand-selected by our own inspection staff and shipped for perfect freshness on arrival. Our selection includes:

Citrus

As the largest category we manage, we strive to find the freshest citrus available 12 months a year. We hand-select oranges, lemons, mandarins, and grapefruit and ship them at the peak of perfection. Our network of growers from both the Northern and Southern hemispheres assure that we can manage a consistent flow of supply that meets our customers' need.

Apples/Pears

Apples and pears are a critical part of most of our customers' business, and with that we have created an incredible base of growers and shippers around the world. We ship 12 months out of the year and are aligned with the right growing areas, varieties, and suppliers that fit the changing needs and requirements of our customers. Whether it's Red Delicious from Washington, Galas from Chile, or Packham Pears from South Africa, we are in a position to help with our customers' sourcing needs.

Grapes

A commodity that is available nearly year around, we pride ourselves in understanding our customers' needs and requirements. With the evolution of new growing areas and new varieties, we work very hard from the field level all the way through to the customer to help put them in competitive position in the marketplace. With our experienced inspection staff, our customers know that we are working hard at the farm and cold storage areas to assure they receive the right quality fruit.

Cherries

Once a niche commodity, cherries are now available over 10 months out of the year. We are constantly evaluating new varieties, new growing areas, as well as post harvest handling methods that allow our customers to work with cherries on an almost year-round basis. Our network of experienced and reputable growers, quality inspection staff, as well as our seasoned sales and operations team work hard to understand the needs of our customers and markets.

Berries

Berries play a very important role in our company's strategic vision. Whether we are talking about British Strawberries or Blueberries, we work to find the right mix of suppliers and varieties to fit our customers' needs for a continuous 12 month supply.

International Markets

Global demand

Global demand for fresh fruits has increased dramatically in recent years. With strategic office locations around the world, GSM is well positioned to provide year round availability to our customers.

From the both the Northern and Southern hemisphere growing areas, we ship the freshest fruits and vegetables to North and Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Latin America. We use the latest shipment technologies available and select the best growers so that our produce arrives timely and in the freshest condition.

Trusted Service for Quality Fruit