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Agriculture and Fisheries
The sugar sector has enormous importance as
it represents 2.28% of GDP and 20% of IPAB
(Agricultural Gross Domestic Product). The mills
produce their own energy through cogeneration
and they also contribute to the main network. As a
producer of electricity el ingenio El Ángel is able to
develop 21 MW per hour, the plant consums 7 MW /
hour and they provide 14 MW / hr to the power grid,
which is another source of income.
Not only is sugar cane sustainable energy, but
sugar cane has a very promising future in the use of
ethanol as fuel and as an alternative source to fossil
fuels. The country has a plant dedicated to ethanol
production, and thay also have Brazil as an ally in
developing this emerging agrobusiness.
Specifically, ingenio El Ángel, along with the Fund
for Development Cooperation of Belgium, installed
a photovoltaic system of 30 solar panels in the
neighboring community of Petacones and Colonia
Obrera, with a capacity of 750 Watts.
Along with improved efficiency and increased
production, ingenio El Ángel seeks to to take
advantage of the extensive grounds it has, adjacent
to the town of Apopa, for a real estate development.
“We believe that ethanol is a key part of the future
of this industry.”
Juan Tennant Wright,
President of Ingenio El Ángel, S.A. de C.V
QUALITY GRAINS
Samuel Quirós, President
Km 13 Autopista a Comalapa,
San Marcos, San Salvador
Tel: (+503) 2220 4632
administracion@qualitygrains.com.sv
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Activity: Coffee
Quality Grains was created by Samuel Quirós
Valladares, a hardworking man who had previously
created an automotive company, when he was
20-year-old, known today and Q Group. Later he
created Quality Grains, making this company one
of coffee reference export enterprises of El Salvador
with presence in Sweden, Indonesia, Honduras,
Guatemala, the United States, Spain, Costa Rica,
Germany, and even in remote countries such China.
Besides its export department, Quality Grains has a
coffee house chain known as Coffee Cup, currently
operating at all main malls of the country as well as
Honduras and other countries.
The company works with the Bourbon coffee variety
known for its bean size, and its exquisite aroma. This
coffee variety is one of the best in the world. Freshly
picked grains have to undergo a strict process
destined to maintain the desired “Grano de Oro”
(Gold Grain) and guarantee the quality standards
that are behind Quality Grain´s products.
From their “Bourbon” best coffee grain selection
three blends are produced of the highest quality and
for the most refine gourmet taste under the following
brands:
GOLD EXPORT: Prepared to please the most
demanding palate in as far as body, aroma and
acidity balance are concerned.
SIVER EXPORT: A blend prepared to produce
a chocolate like flavor and remains after tasting a
gourmet coffee.
SILVER EXPRESSO: Processed for the preparation
of cappuccino, latte, express typical coffees.
RIKO COFFEE: The typical stimulating coffee
to drink after meals or any other day activity. It is
characterized by its smoothness and acidity. It is a
product elaborated with 100% “Arabica Bourbon”
coffee.
RIKO CAFÉ EXTRA SOLUBLE (RIKO Extra Instant
Coffee) Formulation “AGLOMERADA” (Gathered)
has low acidity content.
DON KAFE: Is a prepared coffee with the body and
soul of Salvadoran mountains, has a strong taste
and long lasting flavor.
At Quality Grains everything such as the package
comply with the United States quality standards and
guarantees the freshness of their coffee. At Quality
Grains coffee goes through 3 cleaning stages
guaranteeing a quality result.
UNIÓN DE EXPORTADORES (UNEX) –
EXPORTERS UNION
Leopoldo Muyshondt
General Manager
Blvd. Constitución 339, San Salvador
Tel: (+503) 2209 8600
Fax: (+503) 2298 8608