Fresh Egyptian broccoli heads for export

Fresh Broccoli from Egypt

Broccoli exporter and supplier for importers, wholesalers and distributors


Broccoli
  • Broccoli is harvested as green flowering heads while the buds are still unopened. The heads average 10 to 20 centimeters in diameter and grow on thick stems. Broccoli has a crunchy, slightly chewy texture and vegetal, herbaceous, earthy flavors with grassy notes.
  • Aton is an exporter and supplier of fresh Egyptian broccoli for international importers, wholesalers and distributors, packed in fresh cartons or foam ice boxes.

Broccoli Details

Packing:Fresh CartonFoam Ice Box
Weight:8 kg11 kg
No. Pieces / Carton:5–625–28
Piece Weight:1–1.5 kg250–450 g
Cutting:—5–8 cm
Stem / Diameter / Length:5 cm / 13 cm / 13–15 cm—
No. Cartons / Pallet:100100
No. Cartons / 40 ft Reefer:2,0002,000
No. Pallets / 40 ft Reefer:2020
Pallet Dimensions:1 × 1.2 m1 × 1.2 m
Container Net Weight:16 tons22 tons
Storage:0–0.5°C for 25 days
Humidity:95–100%

Broccoli Season in Egypt

FAQ About Broccoli

How can I import broccoli from Egypt?

Contact Aton Green Egypt with your company details, destination country and port, required packing (fresh carton or foam ice box), quantity and preferred shipment date. Our team will confirm availability and provide an export quotation.

What broccoli packing options do you offer?

We export broccoli in two packing options: an 8 kg fresh carton with 5–6 heads of 1–1.5 kg each, or an 11 kg foam ice box with 25–28 pieces of 250–450 g each, cut to 5–8 cm.

What sizes of broccoli heads can I order?

Our fresh broccoli heads have a diameter of about 13 cm, a total length of 13–15 cm and a stem of about 5 cm. Heads are firm, compact and green, without yellow flowers.

How is Egyptian broccoli packed for export?

A 40 ft reefer container holds 20 pallets (1 × 1.2 m) with 100 cartons per pallet, a total of 2,000 cartons. This is about 16 tons net for 8 kg fresh cartons, or 22 tons for 11 kg foam ice boxes.

When is Egyptian broccoli available for export?

Our broccoli export season runs from October to March.

What is the minimum order quantity for broccoli?

Our minimum order quantity is one 1X20 ft reefer container (about 8 tons net). A 20 ft reefer container holds 1,000 cartons

How is broccoli shipped and stored?

Broccoli is shipped in refrigerated (reefer) containers at 0–0.5°C with 95–100% relative humidity. Under these conditions it keeps its quality for about 25 days.