We are delighted to share our recent participation in the 11th Africa Grain Trade Summit (AGTS) organized by Eastern Africa Grain Council in Zanzibar. The event in Tanzania gathered over 200 delegates from governmental and private organizations under the theme “Resilient Grain Markets: Unlocking Africa’s Food Security Potential”.
The topics discussed included food security, supply chains, investments and efficient innovations in agriculture.
SGS capabilities in agricultural commodities in East Africa
SGS has a long-standing presence in East Africa, providing comprehensive services for agricultural commodities. In Kenya, SGS has been delivering inspection and superintendence services for 75 years, while testing of agricultural products started over 25 years ago. In Tanzania, SGS began agricultural commodities testing in 2005. Across both countries, SGS covers a wide range of products, including feeds and ingredients, grains and oilseeds, soft commodities such as sugar, coffee, tea, spices, cocoa, palm oils and agricultural liquids.
Our services for agricultural commodities in East Africa include:
- Laboratory Analysis: Comprehensive testing for contaminants such as microbial presence, pesticide residues, heavy metals, aflatoxins, mycotoxins and veterinary drug residues; proximate composition tests (moisture, crude protein, ash content, crude fat, lipids, fiber, carbohydrates); mineral and elemental analyses; vitamin testing; absolute gamma radiation; natural compound analysis; and preservatives testing.
- Inspection and Superintendence: Draft surveys, grading and supervision of loading and discharge operations.
Both SGS laboratories in the region are ISO 17025 accredited, whereas the Mombasa facility is also GAFTA and FOSFA approved, ensuring reliable and internationally recognized results.
Do not hesitate to contact us to discuss on how we can help you facilitate agricultural commodities trade in Africa.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
