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ARMENIAN ORGANIC & NATURAL PRODUCTS

Armenia boasts an extremely rich variety of both biodiversity and landscapes, reﬂecting the variety in geology and altitudes found within the country. Altitudes vary between 1000 - 2500 m above sea level, and it is located on the same geographical latitude as countries such as Spain, Italy and Greece.

Its ﬂora is so diverse and for centuries, its inhabitants have been able to ﬁght against illnesses, wounds and even aging thanks to its variety of healing plants. 307 days of sunlight combined with alpine pastures and crystal-clear spring water from its mountains make Armenia a natural birthplace for your organic products.

The agricultural sector contributes to Armeniaʼs economy with LORI about 20% of the countryʼs GDP and employs around 45% of SHIRAK TAVUSH its population. The growing market for organic produce and an internationally accredited certiﬁcation body make organic production more proﬁtable and accessible. ARAGATSOTN KOTAYK The vast available regions convenient for organic agriculture YEREVAN include arable land and wild areas. Developing organic ARMAVIR GEGHARKUNIK agriculture is also a priority for the Government and tax ARARAT incentives ensure high return for investment. With minimal VAYOTS DZOR custom fees Armenia can be your gate to the EAEU market of more than 180 million consumers. SYUNIK

The information presented in this catalogue is as of January 2019. Most of the operators are certiﬁed by ECOGLOBE LLC. For updated information on the certiﬁcation status please check their website: http://ecoglobe.com/ CONTENT

HONEY AND HONEY PRODUCTS PAGE 6-20

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES (FRESH AND PROCESSED) PAGE 21-41

BERRIES (FRESH AND PROCESSED) PAGE 42-50

HERBS PAGE 51-58

OTHER (LEGUMES, GRAINS, FERTILIZER, OLIVE OIL AND COSMETICS) PAGE 59-71 HONEY AND HONEY PRODUCTS PRODUCTS & SERVICES MERSARER HOLDING LLC ORGANIC honey and honey products OVERVIEW MERSARER Holding LLC is engaged in the honey production in Armenia. We base our work on the fundamentals of family values when communicating with our beekeepersʼ network. We maintain the traditions of the beekeeping expertise and technological innovation. MERSARER Holding LLC owns and operates a number of beehives itself; however, 95% of the honey we present has been sourced by a local network of beekeepers all over Armenia. The company supports the beekeepers all year round by providing them with new beekeeping techniques, advanced natural and ORGANIC medical treatments for the bee colonies, as well as due financial support to ensure the expansion of the hives. The Honey.am brand offers the best of ORGANIC and natural honey. Currently, it has 26 different products. The honey varies in color and taste composition due to the “residence” of the bee breeds and the endemic vegetation of the surrounding land.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU and USDA 21 Nairi Zaryan Street, George Tabakyan NOP ORGANIC for honey Yerevan, Armenia, [email protected] processing and export since 2014 0051 www.honey.am +374 94 52 69 84; +374 77 52 69 84 6 PRODUCTS & SERVICES AND LLC ORGANIC honey and ORGANIC cream honey Apple varieties (Granny Smith, Jona Gold, Golden Delicious)

OVERVIEW

AND LLC was established in 2014 and is engaged in gardening and beekeeping. The company collaborates with leading European organizations that produce modern beekeeping materials and technologies. The honey Pamp is produced in the highlands of the Armenian province of Syunik, specifically within the alpine meadows located at a height of 1,800 to 2,500 meters above sea level. The main sources of the honey are the various vivid flowers and lush plants found in the region, containing numerous medicinal and beneficial properties. The ORGANIC honey Pamp is created at the crossroads of traditional honey and modern equipment. Almost the whole honey products are being exported. In every jar there is a whole range of tastes found within the Armenian wilderness and nature.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified USDA NOP Ishkhanasar Village, Arsen Galstyan ORGANIC for honey Syunik Region, Armenia [email protected] processing and export since 2016 Pavstos Buzand St., 1/3 Building , www.and.am Yerevan, Armenia, 0010 +374 10 52 26 10; +374 93 40 37 90 7 PRODUCTS & SERVICES IBARI LLC ORGANIC honey OVERVIEW Ibari LLC, established in 2017, cooperates with professional beekeepers who create raw honey in perfect, isolated and untouched areas, where nature is abundant with wildflowers. This ORGANIC honey is harvested with extreme care, 100% pure, natural, unheated, gently filtered and unprocessed, fresh from the hives. As a result we have a superior, energy packed honey with the highest possible level of live enzimes, minerals , antioxidants and vitamins. Its award-winning, nature-inspired, unique packaging imitates the real honey hives from the nature. This high quality product will make a perfect gift- souvenir for people who appreciate the nature and taste of ORGANIC honey.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed Armenian ORGANIC 10A H. Nersisyan St., Stepan Avanesyan EU and USDA NOP ORGANIC for honey Yerevan 0014, Armenia [email protected] processing and export since 2018 www.wild-hive.com +374 11 366 008; +374 93 901 390 8 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SAMVEL MKHITARYAN ORGANIC honey and propolis FARMER GROUP Hosting of agrotourists in apiaries

OVERVIEW SAMVEL MKHITARYAN FARMER GROUP was established in 2016 and is engaged in ORGANIC beekeeping, production of ORGANIC honey and other honey of mountains honey products. Our group consists of 4 experienced beekeepers.

We proudly introduce our quality honey products under HOM brand name in the local market and are planning to expand our production for export opportunities.

The apiaries are located in the remote areas of Saralanj Village, Lori Region, up in the alpine mountains, at the height of about 1,800m. This virgin and rich nature inspires the bees to produce ORGANIC honey and honey products of the best possible taste you can ever ﬁnd...

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion 7 Lorva Street, Samvel Mkhitaryan to ORGANIC certiﬁcation Vanadzor, Lori Region, [email protected] for primary production Armenia, 2009 +374 96 75 57 45 +374 94 65 57 45 9 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SAMVEL AVAGYAN ORGANIC honey and honey products OVERVIEW The founders of BEELER LLC started their beekeeping business as a hobby in 2000 with only 10 beehives. The business gradually grew and prospered. Now they own over 180 beehives, enjoy good reputation and trust among their clients. They believe they do good work for people.

The honey is introduced under the brand GOLD BEE. The multi-flower honey, also known as wildflower honey, is different from other varieties of honey and has unique energizing and healing properties. Darker in color and with more health benefits compared to honey of a lighter color, multi- flower honey is mild in flavor.

The ORGANIC honey produced by honey bees impregnated by immense health beneﬁts. It is capable of defying aging and multiple health disorders, and is a great source of diﬀerent microelements and vitamins necessary in our daily diet can aptly be called “elixir of health”.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2016 in conversion 5 Street, 11 House, Samvel Avagyan to ORGANIC certiﬁcation Geghashen Village [email protected] for primary production Kotayk Region, Armenia, 2217 +374 98 38 02 03 +374 43 01 01 53 10 PRODUCTS & SERVICES HRAHAT SIMONYAN ORGANIC honey and honey products OVERVIEW I started artisanal honey production since 1974 in the highlands of Lori Region with only 20 beehives and learned the secret techniques of honey- making from my father. After losing my whole family in the ruins of the devastating earthquake in Lori region in 1988 , I regained my joy from my bees, as I never gave up the work, which helped me to recover and understand the true essence of life… Nowadays, I have increased the number of my beehives up to 300, hence, increasing the production of ORGANICALLY certiﬁed. HOLA is a premium product pure, unadulterated, just the way the bees make it and it also crystallizes naturally.

ʻʼThe unique taste of mixed ﬂower honey - HOLA reﬂects my true dedication and undisputed love to my bees and natureʼʼ. Experienced beekeeper Hrahat Simonyan

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion 257 Aygestan Street, Hrahat Simonyan to ORGANIC certification Spitak, Lori Region, [email protected] for primary production Armenia +374 94 56 26 04 +374 96 56 26 04 11 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ARTUR AMIRKHANYAN ORGANIC Honey OVERVIEW ANUKI is an ORGANIC artisanal, local honey which has natural variation that gives it characteristic colour and flavour. ANUKI is named after the daughter of the young beekeeper Arthur Amirkhanyan who has started his apiculture business since 2007. He repatriated to his homeland Armenia and has rapidly grown the production volumes up over the past years. He breeds his bees in Kalavan village, which is a magnificent eco-touristic area capped with high mountains and detached from any flow of industrial pollutants.

Since the target market is mainly eco-tourists in Kalavan, Arthur Amirkhanyan intends to keep the number of hives intact as to not aﬀect the quality of their product, or be incompatible with his work ethics.

ANUKI is a premium product that is as good as it can be and we guarantee to keep it that way!

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion 2 St., House 16, Artur Amirkhanyan to ORGANIC certification Kalavan Village, [email protected] for primary production Gegharkunik Region, Armenia +374 98 46 77 60 +374 98 88 77 39 12 PRODUCTS & SERVICES VARDAN KOCHARYAN ORGANIC multiflower honey OVERVIEW ALPIA NATURAL HONEY is produced in the highlands of Armenia, on the Southwestern slopes of the Geghama Mountains at an altitude of 2,100 meters above the sea where the honey bees are free from any medications. The area has its own charm and is rich with variety of herbal flowers and blossoms which create a unique taste and exclusive flavor. What Vardan Kocharyanʼs grandparents began as a beekeeping hobby since his early childhood, came to be what ALPIA is today - a family-owned honey production business with the mastered art of beekeeping and ORGANIC inputs and equipment, all imported from Germany. We share our expertise with those who are doing their first steps in this wonderful world of honey-production to have a bigger community of real honey makers. Healthy thinking for a healthy generation!

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC 9 St., House 17, Vardan Kocharyan for primary production since 2015 Geghashen Village, [email protected] Kotayk Region, Armenia +374 94 00 55 22 +374 94 00 25 86 13 PRODUCTS & SERVICES GARNIK GULKANYAN ORGANIC honey and honey products OVERVIEW We are skilled beekeepers from 3 family households with more than 100 years of beekeeping history by generations, who preserved the secret of pure honey making. Since 2012 we came together to produce high quality ORGANIC honey, and Garnik Gulkanyan leads our team.

Starting from 2016, we started the production of ORGANIC bee products under the brand name RED VILL.

Our bee-hives are located in an ecologically friendly area, on a distance of 30 km far from Noyemberyan, in Tavush Region where no industrial traces can ever be found. The honey products are made of a variety of meadow flowers offering a splash of mixed flavors of the surrounding flora.

We also provide organic apiculture consulting to the beekeepers throughout the region.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS In conversion to ORGANIC 12 Aygegortsneri St., Garnik Gulkanyan certification for the primary Noyemberyan, [email protected] production since 2017 Tavush Region, Armenia [email protected] +374 91 76 42 07 14 PRODUCTS & SERVICES TAMARA MAGHAKYAN ORGANIC Honey OVERVIEW The warmth of the family commitment to the bee breeding process is set in every drop of this exquisite honey produced by Tamara Maghakyan. This multi-flower honey derives from the alpine fields, with the composition of thyme, mint and many high-quality nutritious flowers and herbs, which are grown in the uninhabited highlands of Armenia. The area is capped by giant mountains and fresh water which creates perfect climate conditions for ORGANIC production. As first generation of the household, Tamara Maghakyan has more than a decade of commitment producing genuine and quality Armenian honey. Nowadays, her children, keep on following the same philosophy ensuring strict quality with check and control by ORGANIC standards.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion 33 Shiraz Street, Tamara Maghakyan to ORGANIC certiﬁcation Ashtarak, Aragatsotn Region, [email protected] for primary production Armenia +374 95 95 99 15

15 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SARGIS GALSTYAN ORGANIC honey OVERVIEW Beekeeper Sargis Galstyan produces around 1600kg of honey from 85 beehives each year. The beekeeper partners with his friend who is a professional beekeeping specialist. His business goal is to increase the number of beehives up to 120 and certify the produce as ORGANIC. The peculiar taste of this honey is drawn from a mix of clover, mint, thyme, hypericum and other wild ﬂowers. From season to season the bees travel around the hills and reach as high as Mount Azhdahak (3597m) - the third highest mount in Armenia, with the beautiful lake, formed in the crater of the mountain.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion 7 Street, House 43, Sargis Galstyan to ORGANIC certiﬁcation Noramarg Village, [email protected] for primary production. Ararat Region, Armenia +374 93 26 41 26

16 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ANUSHAK CJSC ORGANIC honey OVERVIEW ANUSHAK is an ORGANIC honey from the nectar of natural alpine flowers in Armeniaʼs Geghama mountain range at an altitude of 2,000 to 2,500m above the sea level. Our products are made in Armenia, high up in the mountains where the bees harvest nectar from a plethora of ultimate quality herbs. This honey is handled with great care from the hive to the jar, to retain all of its natural goodness. It will reward you with consummate taste and phenomenal beneficial properties. ANUSHAK production is healthy, nutrient-rich, GMO-free, natural and ORGANIC. Its products are tested and certified to assure they meet all the requirements of ORGANIC production.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified EU and 10A Bakunts Street., Sevak Davtyan USDA NOP ORGANIC for Yerevan, Armenia [email protected] primary production since 2013 1/1 Geghashen, www.anushak.am Kotayk Region, Armenia +374 10 53 27 67; +374 99 23 99 93 17 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SEYRAN ALEKSANYAN ORGANIC honey OVERVIEW For more than 5 decades I have devoted myself to beekeeping and honey production in Voskevan. Since 2016 I have shifted my production to ORGANIC, because I believe that ORGANIC food is safer, healthier and tastier than conventional food. I treat my honey like gold, thatʼs why I have chosen the brand name “Voskeferm” for my product, which means “golden farm”. The same description can be applied for Voskevan, a borderland village of mine in the Tavush province of Armenia, famous with its beautiful nature and abundance of green grass, plants, bushes and trees. Here, the rich variety of the purest herbs and flowers offer favorable conditions for ORGANIC beekeeping

Honey, like gold, does not rust and putrefy with the time and is extremely beneﬁcial for health. It is a rich source of vitamins and minerals. One or two teaspoons of honey with bread and butter will be the best breakfast for your child.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion 2nd St., House 6, Seyran Aleksanyan to ORGANIC certiﬁcation Village Voskevan, [email protected] for primary production Tavush region, Armenia, 4113 +374 99 43 45 40

18 PRODUCTS & SERVICES TEVOS SARGSYAN ORGANIC honey OVERVIEW Tevos Sargsyan has been engaged in beekeeping for more than 25 years and is continuously expanding the business via diversiﬁcation in ORGANIC production. Beekeeping is carried out in Martuni village of Vayots Dzor region, which is rich with alpine meadows and diverse vegetation. The blossoming starts from early spring and continues till late fall. As a result, honey is distinguished by its unique ﬂavor and quality characteristics. It's a rich source of calories to provide you with a quick energy boost. The bees also pollinate from various herbs which are used as remedies. Tevos Sargsyan takes care of the nature and believes in its balance.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion 3 St., House 5, Tevos Sargsyan to ORGANIC certiﬁcation Martiros Village, [email protected] for primary production Vayots Dzor Region, +374 77 29 77 88 Armenia, 3808 +374 93 75 39 97 19 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ROBERT MELOYAN ORGANIC honey ORGANIC honeycomb

OVERVIEW Robert Meloyan's business is composed of 350 bee-families where bees travel around the mountains at an altitude of 1500-2000 meters above the sea level. The deserted area is a compound of plains, wild forests and mountains making the surrounding biodiversity so fresh and lush. The honey is collected from abundance of herbs and mixed ﬂowers, including thyme and salvia. Moreover, there is a separate line of honey derived mainly from Cephalaria gigantean - a unique plant with pale lemon ﬂowers, extracting possessed antioxidant and antidiabetic potentials.

Robert Meloyan has been certiﬁed as 100% ORGANIC since 2014 without interruptions. The productivity capacity reaches 8,000 to 10,000 kilograms annually. At present Robert Meloyan is planning to increase the number of bee-keeping families from 350 to 500.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed USDA NOP Apt. 79/a, Bld. 1/a, Robert Meloyan ORGANIC for primary Davtashen 4th District, [email protected] production since 2014. Yerevan, Armenia +374 93 93 39 63

20 FRUITS AND VEGETABLES PRODUCTS & SERVICES SAMVEL HAKOBYAN IE ORGANIC dried fruits ORGANIC fresh fruits

OVERVIEW MEGHRI FRUITS is based in Meghri, which is famous in Armenia for its rich variety of delicious sun-kissed fruits. The locals take a special pride of the ﬁgs, pomegranates and perssimons, which have exclusive sweet taste due to the subtropical mild climate of Meghri. MEGHRI FRUITS is a family-owned business with more than 10 years expertise in production of fresh and dried fruits. We started from a small fruit orchard. Due to our familyʻs hard work and committment this small orchard has grown to a 4 ha of high quality “piece of heaven“, which is under the ORGANIC monitoring and is planned to be certiﬁed as ORGANIC in 2018. Only the premium class fruits are being used to produce the dried fruits, under the strict sanitary conditions.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC 1/50 Adelyan St., Samvel Hakobyan for processing and Meghri, Syunik Region, [email protected] export since 2017 Armenia, 3401 +374 94 95 39 39; +374 91 95 39 39 +374 55 95 39 39 22 PRODUCTS & SERVICES TRINITY LLC ORGANIC grapes ORGANIC wines

OVERVIEW TRINITY LLC has been growing ORGANIC grapes in its Trinity Canyon Vineyards of Armeniaʼs Vayots Dzor region since 2009. The story of Trinity Canyon Vineyards started with three (Trinity) enthusiastic and determined wine aﬁcionados who decided to step into the mysterious world of wine crafting. Assisted by an equally passionate group of winegrowers and winemakers, they established a unique vineyard in the historical winemaking region Vayots Dzor, in the close vicinity of the worldʼs oldest known wine producing site dating back some 6100 years. Starting from 2013 the company has been producing wine from its ORGANIC endogenous Armenian grape varieties Areni Noir and Voskehat, and from international varieties Chardonnay, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Trinity wines are ﬁlled with faith, traditions and legends of Armenia.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified Armenia, EU 115 1st Street, Hovakim Saghatelyan and USDA NOP ORGANIC Aghavnadzor Village, [email protected] for primary production Vayots Dzor Region, Armenia www.trinitycv.com +374 91 22 73 37 23 PRODUCTS & SERVICES PROSHYAN BRANDY ORGANIC pomegranate wine - KAMAR. FACTORY LLC OVERVIEW "Proshyan Brandy Factory" is one of the largest producers and exporters of Brandy and Wine in Armenia and one of the first mass producer of fruit wine in the country. Armenia is known for its exceptional quality fruits - national symbol apricot and pomegranate, which are grown in Ararat valley, the resting place of Noha's Ark. Fruit wines of “Proshyan Brandy Factory” are sold in many parts of the world - United States, Europe, China and Russia with our own "Tree of Life" and many other private labels. In 2018 the factory introduced first ever-ORGANIC pomegranate wine “KAMAR” which has been already highly praised by wine enthusiasts.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC Ashtarak Highway 2A, Vlad Yeranosyan and USDA NOP for 0088 Yerevan, Armenia [email protected] processing and export +374 11 77 77 99

24 PRODUCTS & SERVICES AGROLOG CJSC ORGANIC dried fruits ORGANIC fruits, vegetables, herbs and herbal teas

OVERVIEW Since 2011, AGROLOG CJSC, based in Ashtarak, has been operating in the agricultural production market. We have been involved in the cold storage services and fresh fruits processing. Since 2015, we started the production of dried fruits. Our annual capacity is 5 tons of high quality dried fruits. We sell our products in Armenia as well as export to Georgia, Russia and Kazakhstan. Limited quantities were exported to Jordan and France as trial batches. In 2017 we have been granted with ORGANIC certiﬁcate for our processed food, speciﬁcally, for dried apricots, peaches and plums. Our activities include, but are not limited to: growing ORGANIC vegetable crops, organization of ecotourism, organization of trainings on ORGANIC farming, management of farmers who want to produce ORGANIC products, selling ORGANIC products in the Republic of Armenia and abroad.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC 28/2 Surb Sargis St., Ara Marutyan for processing and Ashtarak, Armenia, [email protected] export since 2017 0204 www.agrolog.am +374 11 53 96 66; +374 91 61 17 11 25 +374 91 40 64 43 PRODUCTS & SERVICES LUKASHIN AGRICULTURAL ORGANIC dried fruits ASSOCIATION CC ORGANIC herbs

OVERVIEW Ararat valley is located at the foot of Mount Ararat - the key agricultural hub and breadbasket of Armenia. Natural groundwater resources, fed by snowmelt, rainfall, and local river systems, as well as the abundant sunshine, an average of 2,700 sun hours of light a year, favor the growth of the most delicious fruits and vegetables of the world. In 2015 “Lukashin Agricultural Association” was founded in Armavir province located in the Ararat valley, as a Social enterprise providing agricultural services for the sake of its 42 members. They produce high quality products - ORGANIC dried fruits, vegetables and herbs under the brand VARDAR. Currently, the number of its members was increased to more than 100 people. ORGANIC dried fruits, vegetables and herbs are a great source of quick energy, vitamins and minerals with condensed nutritional value and more intense ﬂavor compared to their fresh counterparts. Also they have a longer shelf life allowing you to enjoy the ﬂavor of the sun all year long.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC 16 Hunan Avetisyan St., Vardges Davtyan for processing and export Village Lukashin, [email protected] Armavir Region, Armenia +374 93 00 80 34

26 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SIS NATURAL CJSC ORGANIC juices Natural nectars, drinks, jams Fruit and vegetable preserves

OVERVIEW SIS NATURAL CJSC is an industry leader in production of juices and fruit and vegetable preserves in Armenia. The innovative approach of the product development and promotion is the key to success of SIS Natural. SIS Natural CJSC is the producer of high quality Yan, Yan ORGANIC and SIS brands, which are very popular among the consumers. Each brand is focused on specific target groups to satisfy specific consumer needs. SIS Natural CJSC distribution network covers Armenia, USA, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Kazakhstan and other CIS countries; also some of European countries such as Belgium, France, Poland, Latvia and the Czech Republic. First steps have already been taken to start a business in the Arabian countries. SIS Natural CJSC was granted with the following certificates: ISO2005:22000, IQNET, HACCP, ORGANIC certificate, Kosher certificate, Certificate of conformity GD Mark, SGS certificate.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU and USDA 1 Haghtanak St., Building 1/7 Armen Hakobyan NOP ORGANIC for processing, Yerevan, Armenia, 0081 +374 10 74 42 88 export and import since 2016 [email protected] www.sisnatur al.am 27 PRODUCTS & SERVICES YEREVAN BEER CJSC ORGANIC juices and nectars OVERVIEW “YEREVAN BEER CJSC” produces 12 varieties of beer, 10 varieties of natural and ORGANIC juices and nectars, as well as 13 varieties of refreshing beverages. By its high quality products, modern management style and ﬂexible marketing policy, the company has a leading role in the local market as well as in the markets of export, such as Russia, USA, France, Poland, Singapore, Malaysia, Georgia and other countries. Since 2008, the company started the production of Areva ORGANIC brand according to the EU ORGANIC standards and since 2010 according to the USDA standards. Our ORGANIC products are being exported to Russia, China, USA, France, Malaysia and Singapore.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU and USDA NOP Tsovakal Isakov Ave., Zohrak Vardazaryan ORGANIC for processing, Building 8 [email protected] export and import since 2008 Yerevan, Armenia, 0082 www.kilikia.am +374 10 54 21 41; +374 77 63 30 03 28 PRODUCTS & SERVICES EUROTERM CJSC ORGANIC Preserves & Juice Drinks; Natural Fruit Preserves & Jams; ORGANIC Dried Fruits & Purees; Natural Canned Vegetables;

OVERVIEW

Euroterm CJSC was established in 1998 and is now one of the leading ISO 9001-2018 certified manufacturers of natural juices, nectars, drinks, fruit preserves and canned vegetables in Armenia. It is on the list of large taxpayer of Armenia, and has a complete technological cycle. Fruits, vegetables and berries are carefully grown up at the heights of 1000 – 2500 m above the sea level, under the tender southern sun and irrigated with mountainous spring water which ensures the natural and unique taste of our PREMIUM quality products. In 2010 the company started growing ORGANIC fruits and vegetables and in 2015 was certified under NOYAN ORGANIC brand. All NOYAN ORGANIC Products are branded with unique labels decorated with Armenian Carpet Ornaments symbolizing ancient times when all colors for carpets were made naturally. Noyan products are exporting to Russia, CIS countries, US, France, Germany, UK, Canada, Australia, Hong Kong China and other. The company has ISO: 9001-2018; FSSC 22000; EU and USDA NOP ORGANIC; Certificate OU.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS FEEDBACK Certiﬁed EU and USDA 15/2 Amiryan St., Vahe Ghazaryan NOP ORGANIC for processing Yerevan 0002, [email protected] and export since 2015 Republic of Armenia [email protected] +374 10 53 84 45, 29 +374 10 53 75 71, +374 10 53 72 32 PRODUCTS & SERVICES MAMIKON KHUDAVERDYAN ORGANIC fresh persimmon ORGANIC dried persimmon

OVERVIEW Armenia begins from Berkaber, a border village located in the province of Tavush. The name of the village, which means “harvest giver”, implies that fruits and vegetables grow here in great abundance and perfection thanks to favorable mild weather conditions and rich soil of this region. Our family started the persimmon business in 1989 by planting 2.6 hectares of persimmon orchards in this village. Gradually we added the best varieties of persimmon saplings imported from Abkhazia, Georgia and now we possess gardening techniques to produce high quality fruits. In addition to excellent taste, dried persimmons have very high nutritional value. Not without reason persimmons were called “fruits of gods” by ancient Greeks.

Our product is distributed in local Armenian market as well as exported to Russia by several distributors.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS In conversion Berqaber Village Ara Khudaverdyan to ORGANIC certiﬁcation Tavush Region, Armenia, [email protected] for primary production since 2017 4012 +374 94 68 00 88

30 PRODUCTS & SERVICES GOHAR MOVSISYAN ORGANIC apple, plum, walnuts, garlic and red beans OVERVIEW Since 2000 Gohar Movsisyan and her family has been engaged mainly in gardening. She grows apple, plum, walnuts, garlic, red beans, vegetables and cereals and sell them under the brand name “Bari Farm” which is translated as “Kind Farm”. Since 2006 the family has completely refused to use synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. They have founded their small production of biohumus to use in their orchards as ORGANIC fertilizer.

If you like ORGANIC food and want to taste some home-made Armenian traditional dishes, make sure to check in the cozy “Bari Farm” located in Kotayk region, Armenia. You will experience the wonderful nature and sightseeing of this region, as well as will participate in rural works and environmental measures and discussions over current environmental issues.

“Bari Farm” encourages everyone to make healthy eating choices!

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS In conversion 1/23 Village Teghenik Gohar Movsisyan to ORGANIC certiﬁcation Kotayk Region, Armenia, [email protected] for primary production since 2017 2416 +374 94 22 35 80 +374 93 22 35 80 31 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ARTHUR GHAZARYAN FARM ORGANIC fruits – apricot, plum, peach, cherry, walnut, quince and grape ORGANIC vegetables – tomato, eggplant, pepper, melon and watermelon

OVERVIEW Started the farming operation since 2006 with apricot, plum, peach, cherry, walnut, and grape orchards. In order to have a diﬀerentiated product we decided to switch to the ORGANIC production and started the certiﬁcation process. Currently, we have high value ORGANIC fruits and vegetables.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU and USDA NOP Village Artamet, Arthur Ghazaryan ORGANIC for primary Armavir Region, artﬂ[email protected] production since 2010 Armenia, 1010 +374 93 82 03 92 +374 91 41 13 61 32 PRODUCTS & SERVICES TAMARA FRUIT CJSC ORGANIC nectars and compotes ORGANIC frozen apricot Preserves and canned vegetables Quick frozen production

OVERVIEW TAMARA FRUIT CJSC was established in 2002. It is the first enterprise in Armenia producing Deep Frozen fruit and vegetables and ORGANIC fruit juices. Besides, Tamara Fruit produces wide range of conventional juices, compotes, preserves, jams and canned vegetables (more than 300 varieties of products) as well as fruit and herb flavored ice teas and ice coffee. The Company sells its product in the local market, as well as exports to different countries such as Hungary, Russia, USA and UAE, as during a short time period the high quality and reasonable prices made their products competitive in the local and foreign markets, so it enjoys stable and high consumer demand.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified EU and USDA NOP Village Karbi Norayr Hovhannisyan ORGANIC for primary production, Aragatsotn Region [email protected] processing /export/import Armenia, 0214 [email protected] www.tamara-fruit.com 33 +374 23 26 30 70, +374 55 88 33 33 PRODUCTS & SERVICES TSIRANI AYGI LLC ORGANIC fresh apricot, plum, peach, apple, grapes OVERVIEW TSIRANI AYGI LLC is one of the first ORGANIC orchards in Armenia. There are two orchards in the communities of Argina and Shenik in the Armavir region, with a total area of 120 hectares. Orchards of Tsirani Aygi LLC were established in 2002 with the support of SHEN and a number of international donors. "TSIRANI AYGI" LLC is one of the leaders in the field of ORGANIC fruit production in Armenia today. The current total volume of "TSIRANI AYGI" LLC is 400 tons of ORGANIC fruit. Orchards are certified since 2005, and the product is certified in accordance with EU and NOP standards. In 2018 Tsirani Aygi will be selling organic seedlings of fruit species.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU and USDA 110 Nalbandyan St., Andranik Mkhitaryan NOP ORGANIC Yerevan, Armenia, [email protected] 0001 www.shen.am +374 77 40 33 28; +374 10 56 70 31 34 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SUN FRUIT LLC ORGANIC and conventional dried fruits - apricot, plum, pear and tomato OVERVIEW SUN FRUIT LLC produces ORGANIC and conventional high quality dried fruits since 2015. The production site is located in Bambakashat village, Armavir region. The products are being sold under Sun Land brand locally and around 90 % of the products are being exported.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU and USDA NOP Village Bambakashat, house 8 Artyom Tatevosyan ORGANIC for processing and export Armavir Region, Armenia [email protected] 0920 +374 77 08 11 82

35 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SPARTAK MURADYAN FARM ORGANIC fruits – apricot, plum, peach, cherry, walnut, quince and grape ORGANIC vegetables – tomato, eggplant, pepper, melon and watermelon

OVERVIEW Started the farming operation since 2006 with apricot, plum, peach, cherry, walnut, and grape orchards. In order to have a diﬀerentiated product we decided to switch to the ORGANIC production and started the certiﬁcation process for production and processing. Currently, we have high value fruits and vegetables. During the years we have expanded our orchards, which are in ORGANIC conversion status.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified EU and USDA NOP Village Artamet, Spartak Muradyan ORGANIC for primary Armavir Region, [email protected] production since 2010 Armenia, 1010 +374 93 82 03 92 +374 91 41 13 61 36 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ASHOT KALASHYAN ORGANIC Fresh fig Natural Dried figs

OVERVIEW In the southernmost part of Armenia, the small Meghri located on the banks of the Arax River is famous for its sweet and sun-kissed fruits. It is no coincidence that every family living here has its own little orchard. We also had our own small orchard where we used to grow figs, pomegranate, persimmon, quince, and even olives. Since 2011, understanding that the location is most suitable for cultivating different types of figs, we decided to expand the orchard and engage in intensive agriculture. We registered our family business in 2015 and started producing dried fruits - figs and persimmon, under the brand name “Dried Fruits Meghri”. The orchard is equipped with dryers and refrigerators, which ensures the smooth implementation of the whole production process – from fresh to dried fruit. The area of 1 hectare of the orchard, where about 550 trees of 3 species of figs are being cultivated, has been in conversion to ORGANIC since 2017.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS In conversion to EU ORGANIC Araksashen district, Ashot Kalashyan certification for primary Meghri area, [email protected] production since 2018 Syunik region 3401, Armenia +374 94 04 34 10; +374 99 04 34 10 facebook.com/driedfruitsmeghri/ 37 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SERGEY-DAVIT LLC ORGANIC asparagus ORGANIC fruits ORGANIC grains ORGANIC fruit tree seedlings ORGANIC dried fruits OVERVIEW Founded in 2001, "Davtyan Farms" (started as “Sergey Davit Ltd”) established a 40 ha orchard and started cultivating cereal crops and perennial herbs. The company is also engaged in the cultivation and production of asparagus, which is considered a medicinal vegetable for over 2500 years and it was grown in Armenia for the 1st time and fruit tree seedlings for intensive gardening, about 15,000 seedlings annually. The company actively cooperates with different agencies and funds, such as Austrian Development Agency, CARD foundation and others, to improve its productivity and ensure high quality standards for its ORGANIC farming practices. In the coming years, the company plans to almost double its asparagus fields, hence, the production, enlarge the fruit orchards and diversify in fruit drying processes.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion to 18 Tegh Village, Samvel Davtyan ORGANIC certiﬁcation House 15, [email protected] for primary production Syunik region, Armenia +374 93245473 +374 93153150 38 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SUREN GRIGORYAN Natural broccoli, kohlrabi, iceberg salad, sweet and spicy, pepper, beans, basil and rosemary

OVERVIEW Suren Grigoryan is in farming for already 25 years. Over the last 6-7 years he has been producing broccoli, kohlrabi and other high-value crops which currently have a high increasing demand due to its natural and premium quality.

Suren Grigoryan sells the produce to his loyal customers at the farmersʼ market. Recently, he has increased the volume of production of broccoli by 25% and is now enhancing eﬃciency of cultivation processes and weed- management. Suren Grigoryan has also started producing rosemary, basil and beans.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Under control of the Avenue 10, House 10 Suren Grigoryan ORGANIC certification Jrashen, Lori Region, [email protected] body since 2017 Armenia +374 77 84 01 58 +374 93 84 01 58 39 PRODUCTS & SERVICES AMUR KORIZ LLC ORGANIC fresh fruits, apricots, plums, walnuts OVERVIEW “Amur Koriz" LLC was founded by the "Organic Fruit Producers and Consumers Association" NGO, and was registered in 2006. Since 2005 “Amur Koriz" LLC has been engaged in the production of ORGANIC fruits. The ORGANIC orchard with 40 hectares is located in the Lusakn community of Aragatsotn region and was established in 2002 with the support of Shen NGO and a number of international donors. Fruit produced by “Amur Koriz" LLC are certified in accordance with EU and NOP standards. It is one of the exceptional producers of large volumes of ORGANIC fruits, with the selection of the best varieties for dried fruit production and preservation. With the production capacity of 250-300tons of fruits, the company offers ORGANIC apricot (Yerevan and Saten varieties), black plum, walnuts. Products and Services:

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU and USDA 110 Nalbandyan St., Director NOP ORGANIC for Yerevan, Armenia, Nvard Shahmuradyan primary production since 2015 0001 Phone: +374 93 21 84 94 Email: [email protected] 40 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ARARAT FOOD ORGANIC juice, nectar, puree, concentrates and compotes. FACTORY LLC OVERVIEW

Ararat Food Factory, founded in 2011, is one of the largest representatives of Food&Beverage processing industry in Armenia. Under the trademarks Ararat Premium, Armenium, Ararat tea, etc the plant products are made with pure natural ingredients using modern equipment and technologies .The plant got the ISO 22000:2005 quality certificate in May 2011, has a Halal quality. Being a worldwide supplier and distributor with the flexible pricing policy and logistics network Ararat Food Factory do its best for a mutually beneficial long-term cooperation. Never forgetting that quality is over quantity and having a wide variety of natural products we permanently enlarge assortment of raw materials. Our company always opens for exclusive production by special orders of our partners. Since 2017 Ararat Food Factory has started ORGANIC food production. Highly fertile soils, clean water, the massive number of sunny days, sunlight intensity and high quality of ORGANIC fruits and berries from Lori and Armavir regions, which are used by Ararat Food Factory for ORGANIC juice, nectar, puree, concentrates and compotes.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU and USDA NOP 30 Sharuri St., 0043 Marina Khachaturyan ORGANIC for processing Yerevan, Armenia [email protected] and export since 2017 +374 10 42 02 21 +374 55 25 00 51 41 BERRIES PRODUCTS & SERVICES SAMVEL GASPARYAN ORGANIC raspberry, blackberry, apple and cornelian cherry OVERVIEW Samvel Gasparyan is in horticulture business and has established an ORGANIC orchard with 2 ha berries, 2 ha apples and 2 ha cornelian cherry. The cultivation is done with advanced methods to become a demo orchard. The gained experience will be shared with the community farmers to generate more ORGANIC produce and income.

The weather conditions in the Tavush region are very suitable for high yield of ORGANIC production. The hard work and accumulated expertise of Samvel Gasparyan will make him more competitive in the market and a leading ORGANIC farmer in the region.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion to Berdasar St., House 18, Samvel Gasparyan ORGANIC certiﬁcation Tavush Region, [email protected] for primary production Armenia, 4101 +374 26 62 26 63 +374 94 00 20 80 43 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ARMBERRY CJSC ORGANIC raspberry and blackberry OVERVIEW ARMBERRY CJSC was founded in 2015. The company presented its ﬁrst harvest of the fresh raspberry produced by the Armenian farmers in 2016 and was highly appreciated by the consumers because the selected species have great taste and high quality. The company's land plot is located in Zoravan community of Kotayk region on an area of about 12 ha.

"ARMBERRY" CJSC targets to become a leading company which produces ORGANIC and premium quality berries in Armenia through innovation, technological improvment and operational excellence.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified EU ORGANIC Village Zoravan, Harutyun Pakhchanyan for primary production Kotayk Region, [email protected] since 2016 Armenia, 2407 www.facebook.com/armberryCJSC/ +374 91 53 53 05 44 PRODUCTS & SERVICES SLAVIK ZURNACHYAN ORGANIC cornelian cherry OVERVIEW The useful properties of cornelian cherry are known to Armenians since ancient times. They are widely used for the treatment of many diseases and are not lost even when cooked! Cornelian cherry is very high in vitamin C and is used to fight colds and flues strengthening the immune system. Because of its acidic flavor, cornelian cherry is mainly used for making jams, compotes and vodka, however, it can be eaten both fresh and dried. Father and son Slavik and Geghayr Zurnachyans cultivate cornelian cherry orchards in their village Haghtanak which is rich in green mountains, clean water and fresh air. They intend to expand their orchards and produce ORGANIC under the brand name “HONI FARM”. This would also solve the unemployment problem to some extent for the people of their village. The father Slavik Zurnachyan feels great joy and pride seeing the fruits of his labor- cornelian cherry trees bearing fruits and his son supporting his business endeavor

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion Village Haghtanak, Geghayr Zurnachyan to ORGANIC certiﬁcation Tavush Region, [email protected] for primary production Armenia, 4111 +374 93 35 37 34

45 PRODUCTS & SERVICES POGHOS HOVHANNISYAN ORGANIC strawberry OVERVIEW ORGANIC strawberry 1st greenhouse farming was established in 2017 within the Organic Agriculture Support Initiative. The business objective is to promote the ORGANIC production practices and contribute to the community and eco tourism development.

The ORGANIC green house is open to the local and foreign tourists who can enjoy the great ORGANIC environment and the ORGANIC strawberry collection and tasting experience.

Each hand-picked strawberry at peak ripeness will meet your high expectations of rich taste and ﬂavor.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2016 in conversion to 20th Street, House 72 Poghos Hovhannisyan ORGANIC certiﬁcation Village Byurakan, [email protected] for primary production Aragatsotn Region, +374 55 70 78 49 Armenia, 0213 46 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ANAHIT SEROBYAN ORGANIC raspberry ORGANIC preserves and juice

OVERVIEW

You won't believe it but wizards really exist. They live in the beautiful village of Ashotavan in Syunik Province of Armenia. These “wizards” are 9 nice women joined under “Victoria Raspberry Producer Group” name and make magic ORGANIC juices and preserves from raspberry. A cup of that delicious juice or tea with a spoon of jam gives the drinker “superhuman” strength improving the body's ability to fight diseases, making the immune system stronger and healthier, delaying the aging process. The women have disclosed some of their secrets, which are new cultivation technologies including drip irrigation, greenhouse system filled with modern equipment and after all, the ecologically clean environment and wonderful nature surrounding the village. Besides, they use the dark red raspberry variety called Victoria with unique taste and more health benefits than the other ones. However, there are still secrets they would not reveal in any way, but are willing to provide their products – fresh and preserved raspberry and raspberry juice, to everyone who would like to taste them.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2016 in conversion to Ashotavan community, Anahit Serobyan ORGANIC certiﬁcation Sisian Region, Syunik marz, [email protected] for primary production Armenia +374 41 23 08 32

47 PRODUCTS & SERVICES VAHRAM GHAZARYAN FARM ORGANIC raspberries ORGANIC blackberries ORGANIC saplings

OVERVIEW Vahram Ghazaryan Family Farm is one of the pioneers of the ORGANIC farming in Armenia. His orchard was established in 1999. He sells high quality ORGANIC raspberries of premium varieties, as well as ORGANIC rootstocks and saplings of raspberry.

Vahram Ghazaryan established the ﬁrst ever ORGANIC berry nursery in Armenia with 12 varieties of local and foreign berries represented in the nursery which contributes to the value chain development of organic berries in Armenia ensuring stable production of high quality and aﬀordable saplings for Armenian producers of ORGANIC berries.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU and USDA NOP 6/28 district, apt. 3, Tigran Ghazaryan Vahram Ghazaryan ORGANIC for primary Charentsavan, [email protected] production since 2009 Kotayk Region, Armenia [email protected] +374 55 57 89 00; +374 77 57 89 00 48 PRODUCTS & SERVICES HAKOB BAGHDASARYAN ORGANIC raspberries ORGANIC raspberry saplings and leaves

OVERVIEW Our village is one of the places, where moisture-loving plants grow, because it is near Sevan, “the pearl of Armenia”, one of the highest and greatest freshwater lakes of the world. The friable, well-drained and humus-rich soil are favorable factors for the growth of raspberry. We have started our production of ORGANIC raspberry since 2013 under the brand name “ANGELI BERRY”. Initially, 16.000 seedlings were planted and now their number is 1.5 million. Among the peculiarities of our raspberry is that it lasts longer, without intervention is kept fresh for several days and doesnʼt become moldy. We produce both ORGANIC red and yellow raspberries, which are big in size and juicy with an incredible taste and ﬂavor. Raspberry has anti-inﬂammatory and antioxidant properties, it reduces the risk of multiple diseases. So if you want to keep away from doctors, add this Natureʼs super remedy to your diet.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Since 2017 in conversion to Village Hatsarat, Hakob Baghdasaryan ORGANIC certiﬁcation Gegharkunik region, Armenia [email protected] for primary production +374 77 51 81 08

49 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ARCHUT FOOD LLC ORGANIC raspberries Other - black currant, garlic, green beans, rose petals

OVERVIEW Famous for its beautiful nature - mountains covered by lush green and old- growth forests, Lori region can be aptly called “lungs of Armenia”. In 2013, the family of Simikyans moved from the city of Vanadzor to Archut village of Lori region, to start a healthy lifestyle with pure natural surroundings. In order to promote the healthy eating habits, in 2014 they founded ARCHUT FOOD Company and started the production of ORGANIC raspberry. Along with raspberry orchards, that occupy the great part (about 7.5 hectares) of 10 hectares of the land plot, they also produce ORGANIC black currant, garlic, green beans and rose petals for preserves. They have purchased new machinery and plan to build a processing plant with deep freezing refrigerator and appropriate equipment in order to increase the ORGANIC business opportunities.

So, try ORGANIC produce of ARCHUT FOOD to be close to nature!

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS In conversion to ORGANIC Darpas Community Haykaz Simikyan certiﬁcation for the primary Lori Region, Armenia [email protected] production since 2016 + 374 91 42 99 53 + 374 32 24 03 29 50 HERBS AND HERBAL TEA PRODUCTS & SERVICES RITA MARTIROSYAN ORGANIC herbal teas OVERVIEW

Armenian mountainous landscape, climate varieties, abundance of sunshine and underground mineral waters enriched with healing properties (over 500 springs of volcanic origin throughout the country) generate rich flavored and useful herb species. The medicinal benefits of these herbs were well known to Armenians since ancient times. I, Rita Martirosyan, am one of the tradition-keepers. I combine past best practices with new technology. In 2014 I founded the company RITEA in Geghard, a small village in the Kotayk province of Armenia, to produce ORGANIC herbal teas under the brand name RITEA. Our tea factory has modern equipment controlling the quality and production sanitary standards of the herbs that experts collect from forests, mountains and highlands of different regions of Armenia. The herbs differ in their specific health benefits and flavor. Above all, we know the true value of our work is measured by the consumer trust, which we have gained over the years, and continue doing our best to maintain it. Inspired by its achievements RITEA is planning to expand in ORGANIC dried fruit production as well. Soon, our consumers can enjoy the delightful ORGANIC herbal teas with incredibly tasty dried fruits.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC 4 Isahakyan district, Rita Martirosyan for processing and export apt. 6, Yerevan, Armenia [email protected] www.ritea.am +374 55 11 77 33 52 PRODUCTS & SERVICES MARTSADZOR LLC ORGANIC tea ORGANIC dried berries ORGANIC dried rumex

OVERVIEW Martsadzor LLC was established in 2016, but the farmers have been involved in the collection of wild herbs, berries and fruits for decades mastering the techniques of wild herbal tea preparation. They have recently started the processing, packaging and sales of the locally sourced herbal tea and are heading to ORGANIC production. The wild beauty of the surrounding breath-taking virgin forests of Lori region creates an enormous variety of herbal blends. The company aims to enhance the drying capacities and increase the purchase of wild collected herbs and berries. The wild herbs collection is organized mostly by women. As an avid tea drinker, all you would need is to pick a teacup and hot water to unleash the plethora of ﬂavors and healthful properties these plants contain.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified EU ORGANIC Sevak St., Apt. 25, Marts Village, Anahit Afitseryan for wild collection Tumanyan community, afi[email protected] Lori Region, Armenia +374 93 44 48 98

53 PRODUCTS & SERVICES EDNA LLC ORGANIC herbal tea OVERVIEW E N H RBA A L M T Brand name "Darman" in ancient Armenian stand for natural "remedy, R E

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CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC 5 Aghbyur Serob St., Gnel Nazaryan for processing and export Yerevan, Armenia [email protected] +374 91 99 99 59

54 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ANTARAM PRODUCTION ORGANIC herbal teas COOPERATIVE OVERVIEW ANTARAM was established in 1989 as a Production Cooperative. The company produces medical herbs and herbal teas under “Antaram” and “Herbeutica” brand names. It is a unique handmade herbal tea organization, where all processes are supervised by pharmacists. “Antaram“ is translated from Armenian as Yellow Chaste Weed or Everlasting (Lat. Helichrysum). Numerous Armenian rural families are involved in the production of this exquisite product. Over the decades we have created a wide range of herbal teas, which are made from wild collected 50 and cultivated 7 species herbs. The herbs are presented separately and in various herbal bouquets.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified EU ORGANIC for 5 Aghbyur Serob St., Areg Galstyan processing and export Yerevan, Armenia [email protected] www.antaram.am +374 10 26 61 00; +374 91 40 59 68 55 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ABDA LLC ORGANIC herbal teas OVERVIEW The brand Mountain Tea is well known in Armenia and has already won the love and trust of herbal tea and healthy lifestyle fans. Along with famous Thyme and Wild Mint teas, Mountain Tea makes exclusive blends of mountain herbs: already well-accepted and really valued Thyme + Blackberry leaves, Mountain Mix tea blends. In 2011 Mountain Tea launched a new blend with pomegranate flower, which is characterized by delicate aroma of pomegranate flavor. Mountain Tea is gathered in areas which are more than 1700m high from the sea level, in ecologically clean mountain regions of Armenia and cultivated in a traditional way, without chemical actions. We produce 5 types of herbal teas, each of them in teabags and for brewing.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC 78 Satyan, Goris, Gevorg Abrahamyan for processing and export Syunik Region, [email protected] 3203 Armenia www.mountaintea.am +374 94 20 47 33 56 PRODUCTS & SERVICES BIZON-1 LLC ORGANIC Berry Extracts from wild harvest of rosehip or a mix of rosehip and various wild berries such as sea-buckthorn, raspberry, cornelian cherry, haw and blackberry. ORGANIC cold pressed oils of pomegranate, sea-buckthorn, rosehip, grapes, apricot, peach, almond, tomato, linseed, walnut, blackberry and pumpkin seed

OVERVIEW

Bizon-1 LLC was founded in 1994 and has a long years of expertise in the production of sea-buckthorn and rosehip oils and mix of different berries dried extracts. We have established high quality manufacturing standards for our products and follow them consistently. We have our team of wild collectors who, continuously receives trainings on methods of ORGANIC wild collection and processing by our internal and certification body qualified specialists. We sell our product in Armenia as well as export to the EU countries and USA.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC (since 2012) 21 Shoproni Str., Suren Harutyunyan and USDA NOP ORGANIC (since 2012) 0090 Yerevan, Armenia [email protected] for processing and export +374 55 863 874

57 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ATOM GAGINYAN PE Fresh ORGANIC Peppermint ORGANIC Peppermint Dried Leaves

OVERVIEW Since 2017 Atom Gaginyan started a family business of cultivation and wholesale of peppermint, processing and packaging dried peppermint leaves. The ﬁrst batch of 500 kg NOP 100% ORGANIC peppermint dried leaves was exported to USA for production of organic tea.

The business is located in Lori region of Armenia and during the season engages 20-25 women in cultivation, drying and packaging process.

The product is compliant with the USDA NOP requirements and certiﬁed by ECOGLOBE ltd as NOP 100% ORGANIC.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed USDA NOP ORGANIC 28 Meghapart, apt.1, Silva Gaginyan for primary production Stepanavan, [email protected] Lori region, Armenia +374 91 22 89 08

58 OTHER PRODUCTS PRODUCTS & SERVICES ORGANIC ARTIK ORGANIC legumes – chickpeas, lentils AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVE ORGANIC grains

OVERVIEW Back in 2106, a group of farmers from more than 10 households formed the 1st cooperative in Armenia for producing ORGANIC crops. They started mainly with the production of wheat and seeds. The cooperative under the name ORGANIC ARTIK is planning to introduce to the market organically certiﬁed chickpea and other grains.

The cooperative has started the ORGANIC certification process for the 10ha land and have a new sorting and packaging equipment for the wheat products. The crops under ORGANIC certified land include high value crops such as lentil, peas, flax, beans, and emmer. In the near future the cooperative will diversify the crops and even seeds on the same certified land-plots.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS In conversion to ORGANIC 2 Nor Artik Str., 2, House 5, Lyova Davtyan certiﬁcation for primary Talin, Aragatsotn Region, Armenia [email protected]; production since 2017 [email protected] +374 77 33 18 47; +374 77 86 87 70 60 PRODUCTS & SERVICES HARUTYUN ORGANIC spelt MNATSAKANYAN Natural quinoa Natural chickpea

OVERVIEW Harutyun Mnatsakanyan acting under the brand AGARAK established his business in 2013 and began to produce ORGANIC and natural food, including high-value novelty superfoods, such as spelt and quinoa.

Since 2013 Harutyun Mnatsakanyan started exporting spelt to Italy, Israel and Russia.

The mission of his company is to provide the population with healthy, good and delicious food. They aim to create an environmentally friendly living space for present and future generations.

Their company motto "Responsibility for the future" - expresses the essence of their corporate philosophy.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified EU and USDA NOP 2 Targmanchats St., Harutyun Mnatsakanyan ORGANIC for primary production Yeghvard, Kotayk Region, 2401 [email protected] Armenia www.agarak.am +374 94 22 10 33 61 PRODUCTS & SERVICES LEVON PARONYAN ORGANIC grains OVERVIEW If you visit Levon Farm, located on the slope of the mountain Aragats, with ecologically pure environment and no factories nearby, in order to escape the noise, smog and traffic of the city, we will welcome you with incredible bread and…more bread. Since the Soviet times this area has been known as one of the major wheat-growing regions in Armenia otherwise called “full of bread” or “bakery”. Weather conditions, ORGANIC composition of the soil favor the growth of high quality and tasty cereals in this region. I have been engaged in farming for more than 25 years. I have produced ORGANIC cereals on 13 ha land under the brand name “Levon Farm”. In 2016 I acquired new equipment for the high quality production and have also applied for ORGANIC certification, which will be obtained in 2019. Cereals are great source of vitamins, minerals and fiber. They are also an important source of energy and protein and major “fuel” for the brain. So, if you want to be healthy and active throughout the day, you should add ORGANIC cereals to your diet.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS In conversion to ORGANIC 2 St., House 6, Levon Paronyan certiﬁcation for primary Village Zarinja, [email protected] production since 2017 Aragatsotn Region, Armenia +374 93 45 54 95

62 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ASHOT GHAZARYAN ORGANIC spelt

OVERVIEW Ashot Ghazaryan's ORGANIC farm project is located in Artavan village, Vayots Dzor region, at an altitude of 2 thousand meters. In 2018 the farm received ORGANIC certiﬁcation for the production of 20 tons of spelt.

Ashot Ghazaryan's ORGANIC farm project has a mission to promote and develop ORGANIC agriculture in the region, with the ﬁnal goal of establishing an ORGANIC cooperative in Artavan and uniting rural people around the concept and implementation of ORGANIC farming.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed EU ORGANIC Spandaryan 67 St., Ashot Ghazaryan for the primary production Yeghegnadzor, [email protected] since 2018 Vayots Dzor region, Armenia +374 94 08 09 07

63 PRODUCTS & SERVICES EMMA HAKOBYAN ORGANIC beans OVERVIEW The village of Gandzakar of Tavush region, in Armenia is an ideal place for beans cultivation - well drained soil in a warm, sunny spot. Me and my family started to grow ORGANIC beans in this fertile land on the slope of the hill and sell it under the brand GANDZ. You can lose your head from the variety of beans we grow. Red Kidney Beans improve digestion, prevent diabetes and strengthen bones. Black Beans are good for cardiovascular diseases and prevent certain types of cancer. Navy Beans have beneficial effect on hair and skin. All the varieties carry plenty of health benefits and are an affordable source of protein, fiber, antioxidants and numerous vitamins. And if consider that we use ORGANIC fertilizers (animal manure, plant matter) and fight against pests with natural means, you would not hesitate a minute to add these little powerhouse ORGANIC legumes to your diet. We have all the necessary equipment and expertise to expand the ORGANIC bean production, including refrigerators for deep-freezing and storage, as well as a strong commitment to healthy lifestyle standards.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Under control of the ORGANIC 32 St., 1 Ave., 1 House, Emma Hakobyan certiﬁcation body since 2017 Gandzakar Village, [email protected] Tavush Region, Armenia +374 77 46 96 07

64 PRODUCTS & SERVICES ORWACO CJSC ORGANIC fertilizers - Biohummus, Organomix, Bio-liquid and Super Mix OVERVIEW ORWACO CJSC is an Armenian-Norwegian joint venture, established in 2011. ORWACO CJSC is a “green ﬁeld” company that squeezes nutrient values from the recycling ORGANIC industrial resources to produce a variety of high quality ORGANIC fertilizers and soil enhancers.

In a short period of time ORWACO CJSC has become the leading industrial producer of vermicompost /biohumus/ and 3 other ORGANIC fertilizers in Armenia.

The fertilizers are ecologically pure and biologically active, and focus to improve the soil fertility with essential nutrients and organic substances, at the same time increase the yield.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certified for use in ORGANIC 1/29/10 Ed. Petrosyan, Lusine Nalbandyan Abovyan city, Armenia [email protected] [email protected] +374 93 64 40 35 65 PRODUCTS & SERVICES GL GEOLIFE ORGANIC fertilizer OVERVIEW Azofobacterin –AF bio-fertilizer improves soil fertility and increases crop yield of plants. It is a natural way of increasing the activity of useful bacteria in the soil. Liquid Azofobacterin- AF for Foliar Feeding contains ORGANIC and mineral compounds, physiologically active substances and growth stimulators. The use of liquid Azofobacterin – AF bio-fertilizer for foliar feeding during plant vegetation, has a highly positive effect on the plant without causing any undesirable effect. It improves seed germination, makes plant growth stronger, and improves crop-yield and quick ripening. It lengthens the reproductive cycle of plants and improves their flavor and qualitative properties. The technological quality of liquid Azofobacterin-AF bio-fertilizer allows using it as foliar feeding and in modern drip irrigation systems. The product has been certified for the use in ORGANIC as per the “Green Caucasus” Standard, USDA NOP, EU Reg 834/2007, EU Reg 889/2008.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS Certiﬁed for use in ORGANIC Apt. 48, Mar 5 St., Spartak Petrosyan Yerevan, Armenia [email protected] +374 93 03 03 11

66 PRODUCTS & SERVICES NAIRIAN CJSC NATURAL facial, body and hair care products OVERVIEW Being established in 2012, NAIRIAN is the first Armenian company producing 100% natural cosmetics. The Company has developed a comprehensive set of cosmetics solutions for all skin types and problems - around 40 products, which have been presented to the public in October 2015 after 4-year scientific and research work. They are free from any harmful chemicals, artificial aromas or colours. Around 70% of ingredients are from the Republic of Armenia. The company exports its products to the US, Russia, UK, Canada, Japan, Hong Kong and Georgia.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS N/A Head oﬃce - 15 Khorenatsi str, [email protected] Elite plaza, Yerevan www.nairian.com Boutique - 34 Tumanyan, Yerevan +374 11 200 300 +374 60 445 445 67 PRODUCTS & SERVICES KARO-KAREN LLC ORGANIC olives ORGANIC virgin olive oil

OVERVIEW Until recently few people believed that olive could grow in Armenia. However, Karo Karapetyan decided to try to cultivate olive trees in Meghri community of Syunik Province, the only region with subtropical climate conditions in Armenia. He bought 6 hectares of land in the village of Alvank near Meghri and in 2002 planted there olive seedlings imported from Greece. And as it is said «Who dares wins». The trees soon gave their fruits willingly and in abundance. Gradually Karo expanded his business and in 2017 launched ORGANIC olive oil production under the brand name «ALVAN». It was the ﬁrst time in Armenia that virgin ORGANIC olive oil had been obtained through cold extraction of olives. The beneﬁts of olive oil аre well known since ancient times. Homer called it «liquid gold». The olive branch was considered a symbol of peace, abundance and glory. The winners were awarded with olive crowns, and Karo-Karen LLC surely deserves one for its hard work and determination.

CERTIFICATION ADDRESS CONTACTS The olive orchard and olive oil production Street 3, House 26 Karo Karapetyan, Karen Safaryan are in ORGANIC Conversion since 2017. Village Lehvaz, Meghri, [email protected] Syunik Region +374 94 90 93 03 +374 77 98 00 43 68 ECOGLOBE – ORGANIC CERTIFICATION BODY

OVERVIEW ECOGLOBE was found in 2002 as organic certiﬁcation body. The

ECOGLOBE certiﬁes according to the following organization promotes local organic markets and opens access to world standards: markets. EU Regulations 834/2007, 889/2008 and ECOGLOBE accreditations and recognitions: 1235/2008 equivalence SWISS Organic Farming Ordinance equivalence USDA National Organic Program's Accredited Certifying Agent USDA NOP 7 CFR 205 (covering USA and DAkkS, Germany (ISO 17065, EC Reg's 834/2007, 889/2008 equivalence) Canada) European Commission's recognition ECOGLOBE “Green Caucasus” private organic Swiss Confederation's recognition (Swiss Organic Farming Ordinance) label & standard WHO/FAO Codex Alimentarius BIOSUISSE ORGANIC recognition ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES Organic Certiﬁcation

ADDRESS Independent On-Site Inspections 80 Aram st., 4th ﬂoor, Developing standards Yerevan, Armenia, 0002 Conducting trainings for inspectors, producers and other certiﬁcation bodies.

CERTIFICATION AREAS CONTACTS Agricultural production (plant production, livestock, beekeeping, Filip Ashikyan wild plant's collection) [email protected] Processing of agricultural production www.ecoglobe.com +374 99 22 12 95 Export (import), handling/trade of agricultural production. 69 ORGANIC AGRICULTURE SUPPORT INITIATIVE (OASI), ARMENIA

The Organic Agriculture Support Initiative (OASI) project is funded by the European Union and co-funded and implemented by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), the operational unit of the Austrian Development Cooperation (ADC). The project was launched in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture of Armenia in September 2015 for a duration of 43 months.

The project aims to develop organic agriculture in Armenia, contributing to the improvement of the policy and regulatory framework, enhancement of organic production and processing and successful marketing of the Armenian organic products in local and international markets. The total budget of the project is EUR 3.3 Million.

As its overall objective, the OASI project contributes to the strategic objectives of the Armenian Sustainable Agricultural Development Strategy by improving rural livelihoods.

CONTACTS Vazgen Sargsyan 26/1, 0001 Yerevan, Armenia +374 60 65 02 81 www.organicarmenia.bio [email protected]

This publication has been produced with the assistance of the European Union (EU) and the Austrian Development Agency (ADA). The content of this publication is the sole responsibility of the Austrian Development Agency and can in no way be taken to reﬂect the views of the European Union.