Welcome to
Vortana Fresh
Quality Produce
Organic. Fresh. Quality.
We aim for excellence in all our processes so that, together with our partners, consumers receive best quality products
 View services Get a quote Conducive work
environment
for Employees
Organic. Fresh. Quality.
We aim for excellence in all our processes so that, together with our partners, consumers receive best quality products
 View services Get a quote Meticulous in our
farming practices and
exporting processes
Organic. Fresh. Quality.
We aim for excellence in all our processes so that, together with our partners, consumers receive best quality products
 View services Get a quote

GLOBALG.A.P. certified

We adhere to the highest international standards for good agricultural practices,

Fresh

Enjoy fresh produce harvested at peak ripeness, delivered swiftly to lock in flavor, nutrients, and natural goodness—every time

Quality

We uphold the highest quality standards—carefully selected, sustainably grown, and rigorously checked to ensure excellence
About us

Cultivating Excellence, Delivering Freshness

Vortana Fresh is a premier horticultural company based in Joska, on the outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya. Specializing in the production and export of high-quality, fresh-cut herbs, we have positioned ourselves at the forefront of the East African fresh herb industry. Our passion for cultivation is matched only by our commitment to quality, sustainability, and reliable service to our clients in Europe and beyond.

As a GLOBALG.A.P. certified producer, we adhere to the highest international standards for good agricultural practices, ensuring food safety, traceability, and environmental and social responsibility from our farms to your door.

Service Experience
99%
What we Produce

Our Quality Products

We offer a curated selection of fresh, export-quality herbs, renowned for their vibrant flavour and aroma. Our core product range includes:

BASIL

Basil

With its lively taste, our basil is perfect for enhancing a wide variety of culinary dishes.
+
oregano

Oregano

Ideal for tomato-centric recipes like pizzas and pasta sauces. Oregano originated in Greece.
+
Tarragon

Tarragon

A delicate herb excellent for dressing salads and complementing fish sauces.
+
Winter

Winter Thyme

Used to flavour meats, cheesy dishes, soups, and stews.
+
sage-plant-1296x728-header

Sage

Used to flavour meats, soups, and stews
+
Lemongrass-Farming-in-Kenya-Your-Step-by-Step-Guide-to-Growing-a-Fragrant-Fortune-Organically

Lemon grass

Lemon grass originated in Sri-Lanka and Malaysia. It is used for flavouring several types of dishes.
+
Philosophy

Our Core Philosophy

Our mission is to be the leading provider of fresh herbs to the EU and UK markets. We achieve this by supplying superior quality products at fair prices, consistently exceeding customer expectations. Our success is built on three foundational pillars:

Uncompromising Quality & Sustainable Practices

We pursue the industry's best agricultural practices, with a strong commitment to reducing chemical inputs. Through our sophisticated Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system and a strategic shift towards biological and organic inputs, we ensure the purity and quality of our herbs while protecting the environment.

Rigorous Financial & Operational Control:

We implement strict financial and operational controls to maximize production efficiency and ensure the long-term sustainability of our business.

Total Customer Satisfaction:

We operate on the principle that 100% customer satisfaction is essential for a profitable business. Our reliable supply chain and consistent quality are designed to build lasting partnerships.

Our Journey from Farm to Flight

We meticulously control every step of our process to guarantee a consistent supply of premium fresh herbs:

Start

2. Precision Agriculture:

We employ a state-of-the-art drip irrigation and fertigation system to precisely control water and nutrition.

4. Careful Harvest & Processing:

Herbs are carefully hand-harvested and immediately transported to our temperature-controlled pack shed for processing to lock in freshness.

1. Nursery & Cultivation:

The journey begins in our nursery, where plants are raised from seeds before being transplanted into our greenhouses and open fields across 5 acres of land.

3. Sustainable Protection:

Our advanced Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system minimizes the use of crop protection chemicals, aligning with our trend towards biological solutions.

5. Rapid Export:

Packed herbs are swiftly transported in our refrigerated vehicles to Nairobi Airport—only an hour away—and flown to European markets the same evening.

Cultivating Responsibly: Our Commitment to People & Planet

At Vortana Fresh Ltd, our dedication to horticulture runs deeper than producing quality herbs. We believe that true quality is rooted in responsibility—responsibility to the environment that nurtures us and the people who make our work possible.

Cultivating Responsibly: Our Commitment to People & Planet

We are committed to sustainable farming practices that protect and enrich our ecosystem for generations to come. This means:

Protecting Soil Health:

Using integrated pest management, cover crops, and composting to reduce chemical inputs and build living, fertile soil.

Conserving Water:

Employing efficient irrigation systems and water-wise techniques to safeguard this precious resource.

Promoting Biodiversity:

Cultivating a variety of plants and creating habitats for beneficial insects and wildlife, because a thriving ecosystem is a resilient one.

Minimizing Our Footprint:

We continuously seek ways to reduce waste and energy consumption throughout our operations.
Read More