About Rhodes food group
Rhodes Food Group: A Leading South African Food Producer
Rhodes Food Group (RFG) is a well-established South African food producer that has been in operation for over 120 years. The company ranks among the top listed food companies on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), and it has a strong presence in both local and international markets.
RFG Foods operates across three main business segments: canned fruit, long-life foods, and fresh foods. The company's product range includes canned fruits, vegetables, meat products, soups, sauces, spreads, bakery products, and ready meals. RFG Foods' brands are household names in South Africa and are also exported to over 60 countries worldwide.
Canned Fruit Segment
The canned fruit segment is one of RFG Foods' core businesses. The company sources its fruit from local farmers and processes it at its state-of-the-art facilities to produce high-quality canned fruits such as peaches, pears, apricots, pineapples and fruit cocktail mixes. These products are sold under various brand names such as Rhodes Quality and Bull Brand.
Long-Life Foods Segment
The long-life foods segment produces a range of shelf-stable products that have an extended shelf life without the need for refrigeration or preservatives. This segment includes soups & broths; sauces & marinades; jams & preserves; chutneys & pickles; spreads & peanut butter; baby food; pet food; tea & coffee creamers etc., which are sold under various brand names such as Hinds', Magpie's Nest etc.
Fresh Foods Segment
The fresh foods segment produces a range of chilled convenience meals that cater to busy consumers who want healthy meal options but don't have time to cook from scratch. This segment includes ready-to-eat salads like coleslaw or potato salad along with pre-cooked meats like chicken breasts or beef strips which can be used for sandwiches or wraps. These products are sold under various brand names such as Freshline and Bull Brand.
RFG Foods' Commitment to Quality
RFG Foods is committed to producing high-quality food products that meet the needs of its customers. The company has invested heavily in research and development, quality control, and food safety measures to ensure that its products are safe, nutritious, and of the highest quality.
The company's facilities are certified by various international standards such as ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety Management System), FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System Certification), HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) etc., which ensures that all RFG Foods' products meet the highest standards of food safety and quality.
Sustainability Initiatives
RFG Foods is also committed to sustainable business practices. The company has implemented various initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact, including water conservation measures, waste reduction programs, energy-efficient production processes etc.
In addition to this, RFG Foods supports local communities through various social responsibility initiatives such as education & skills development programs; community upliftment projects; health & wellness campaigns etc., which help improve the lives of people living in areas where it operates.
Conclusion
Rhodes Food Group is a leading South African food producer with a strong presence in both local and international markets. The company's commitment to quality, sustainability initiatives and social responsibility make it a trusted brand among consumers worldwide. With over 120 years of experience in the industry coupled with state-of-the-art facilities for processing fruits & vegetables along with other foods like soups & broths; sauces & marinades; jams & preserves; chutneys & pickles; spreads & peanut butter etc., Rhodes Food Group continues to be one of South Africa's most respected companies today!