Description

AGT Foods is a leading supplier of herbs and spices to the catering, manufacturing and hospitality industries. The company sources the best raw spices in their purest form from around the world and has its own onsite milling and blending plant. AGT spices are clean and contain no MSG. In addition to custom blending and packaging spices to exact customer requirements, AGT constantly develops novel blends to spice up recipes for the entire food range. Among its most popular spices are Cayenne pepper, Chilli, Cassia, Coriander, Garlic, Ginger, Onion and Paprika.

AGT Foods is fast becoming a major player in the hospitality industry. With all the raw ingredients in its stable, AGT Foods is constantly developing new products to excite the kitchens of South Africa. Soon to be launched are a range of instant mash, couscous and Bulgar wheat in new and exciting flavours. The range will satisfy consumer demands up to the highest restaurant standards. If you can imagine it, AGT can blend it, package it and deliver it, whether in packs of 100g or 25 kg bags.

AGT Foods provides our customers with high quality, delicious tasting, healthy ingredients and custom blends within a sustainable and nature-respecting environment.  We are constantly working to create enormous value for our customers within an energetic and enjoyable environment, especially in hospitality.

We are a major source of ingredients and custom blends for the restaurant and food manufacturing industry as well as wholesalers and retailers.

 

 

CUSTOM BLENDING AND PACKAGING

We operate our blending and manufacturing facility from Chamdor, Krugersdorp. Our blending operations and packaging lines provide our customers with almost unlimited opportunities and flexible solutions.

 

SPICES, HERBS AND INGREDIENTS

AGT Foods has an extensive collection of quality seasoning blends and dry mixes packaged from 1kg retail packaging to large bulk wholesale containers suitable for all hospitality occasions. All of our mixes are Kosher & Halaal certified, all natural, or gluten free, so make sure to let us know your preference.

 

 

QUALITY PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

• Herbs, spices, dehydrated vegetables and chillies
• House blended meat, poultry and seafood seasonings
• Soups and sauce base mixes
• Bakery, batters, breading and stuffing mixes
• Snack seasonings and blends
• Custom blending options
• Custom packaging options
• Co-packaging options
• Custom formulation
• Private label

 

 

OUR PRODUCTS

Ever wonder just how fresh those food seasonings are sitting in your cupboard? If you’re cooking with some spices bequeathed to you in your Grandma’s will, you might as well be cooking with sawdust.

Spices, like all organic material, are plagued by the law of entropy which, simply stated, means “everything breaks down.” The trick is to find out how to slow down entropy in your spice drawer or rack. To do this, you must identify the three principle enemies of herbs and spices:

Light – We all know that leaving fabric in direct sunlight will eventually fade and damage it. Light has the same effect on dried organic material, such as herbs and spices.

Humidity – Water plays an important role in the decomposition of organic material. For example, in the field of archaeology, it is well-known that artefacts are best preserved if they are either perfectly dry or completely wet. This rule applies as well to the contents of your spice bottles.

Air – Although we couldn’t possibly live without it, air provides the fuel for the vast majority of chemical reactions we experience. The oxygen it contains combines well with a wide range of chemicals, including those in herbs and spices. When the chemicals recombine, the original material breaks down, destroying the flavour we want in our foods.

 

Preservation Principles

Before we can be confident of how to preserve herbs and spices, it is helpful to understand just what we are preserving. Spices and herbs used for cooking contain chemical substances called terpenes, commonly known as essential oils. These essential oils are what provide the characteristic smell or taste of herbs and spices. Without them, we are left with something that tastes no better than grass clippings from the lawn.

Keep it in a Cool, Dry and Dark place — The best environment is cool and dry. Cool temperatures reduce chemical activity. Dry conditions reduce the presence of water and its decaying effects. Do not store them over your stove or oven!

 

 

How old is Too Old?

Even with the best preservation methods, food seasonings like herbs and spices eventually lose their flavour. When should you throw them out? Let’s begin with some time limits.

The following are general shelf life guidelines when the herb or spice is under ideal conditions:

• Ground Spices – 1.5 years
• Whole Spices – 2 years
• Green, Leafy Herbs – 1-3 years
• Whole Seeds – 3-4 years
• Herb or Spice Extracts – 3 years
• Seasoning Blends – 1.5 years
• Flavouring Oils – Indefinite

Look – Take a good look at the contents of the jar. Is it faded? Do the contents cake together? Are there suspicious signs of insect inhabitants? If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, throw it out.

Sniff – Open the jar and sniff. Can you smell the herb or spice? If there is no odour, then it is probably devoid of essential oils and should be discarded. If the scent is faint, but noticeable, it may still be good.

Taste – Finally, taste a small portion of the contents. If the distinctive flavour is still there, keep it. But if it tastes no better than cardboard or grass clippings, throw it out.

Finally, do not shake spices out of the bottle directly into something you’re cooking — that’s the quickest way possible to introduce steam into your spices and you’ll end up with a large, hard clump the next time you use them for any hospitality occasion.
AGT Foods Africa is a leading supplier of high-quality agricultural products and ingredients in Africa. With over 20 years of experience in the food industry, AGT Foods Africa has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses in the food processing, retail, and export sectors.

The company specializes in sourcing, processing, and distributing a wide range of crops including beans, lentils, peas, chickpeas, sesame seeds and many more. Our production facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and adhere to strict quality control standards to ensure that our products meet the highest quality and safety standards.

AGT Foods Africa has a deep understanding of the African market and is committed to supporting local farmers and promoting sustainable agriculture practices. We work closely with local farmers to provide them with the necessary training and resources to improve crop yields and quality. This not only benefits the farmers but also helps to secure a stable supply of high-quality agricultural products for AGT Foods Africa’s customers.

The company has a strong focus on customer satisfaction and works closely with clients to provide tailored solutions to meet specific needs. AGT Foods Africa is dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services that exceed our clients’ expectations.

In addition to our focus on quality and customer satisfaction, AGT Foods Africa is committed to corporate social responsibility. These support various community development programs, including education and healthcare initiatives, to help improve the lives of people in the communities where they operate.

Overall, AGT Foods Africa is a leading player in the African agricultural industry, committed to delivering high-quality products and services, promoting sustainable agriculture practices, and supporting local communities.