OUR STORY

Peppadew International is a story of passion and dedication. It all started over 30 years ago when the discovery of a bright red pepper led to the incorporation of Peppadew International. Having identified the Piquanté Pepper as a new variety of fruit, a signature flavour was carefully crafted and PEPPADEW® presented the world with its first Sweet Piquanté Pepper. Since then, PEPPADEW® has remained committed to innovation, continually expanding its portfolio with exclusive and distinctive products that deliver the unique flavour and quality the brand is known for.

While the PEPPADEW® product range has seen significant growth, expansion has been equally evident in its global reach. What started as a modest production facility in the hills of Limpopo, South Africa, has grown into a globally recognised food brand. Years of ingenuity have not only led to exceptional culinary experiences but also to the development of world-class manufacturing operations. Thanks to these high standards, we are proud to supply PEPPADEW® products to some of the world’s largest retailers, leading chefs and food manufacturers in over 25 countries.

From humble beginnings, a small farming industry has been transformed into a globally recognised trademark taste that now appears on shelves and menus around the world – the unmistakable taste of the PEPPADEW® brand.

Our Commitment to Quality & Sustainability

At PEPPADEW®, we are dedicated to bringing you the finest, safest and most sustainably produced products from our state-of-the-art facility in Nkowankowa, South Africa.

We understand that today’s consumers, retailers and foodservice partners care deeply about where their food comes from, how it’s made, and the impact it has on people and the planet. That’s why we uphold rigorous standards across every stage of our supply chain—from responsible farming and ethical sourcing to world-class manufacturing, quality assurance and food safety.

Our commitment is backed by internationally recognised certifications, including Global G.A.P. for responsible farming, BRC Global Standards and FSSC 22000 for food safety and quality management, and our recently achieved ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for our in-house microbiology laboratory. This accreditation demonstrates the technical competence of our laboratory and reinforces our commitment to delivering products that consistently meet the highest standards of safety and quality.

We also go above and beyond to meet the diverse needs of our customers through recognised dietary, ethical and regulatory certifications. At PEPPADEW®, we believe great taste starts with great care—from farm to fork. Our Nkowankowa facility is certified to the following internationally recognised standards: Global G.A.P. – Responsible farming practices supporting food safety and sustainability.

• BRC Global Standards – World-class food safety and quality assurance.
• FSSC 22000 Food Safety System – Comprehensive food safety management.
• ISO/IEC 17025 – Accredited microbiology laboratory demonstrating technical competence in testing and quality assurance.
• FDA Registration – Compliant with U.S. Food and Drug Administration requirements for export.
• Orthodox Union (OU) Kosher – Certified to meet Kosher dietary requirements.
• South African National Halaal Authority (SANHA) Halaal – Certified for Halaal compliance.
• Muslim Judicial Council (MJC) Halaal – Additional Halaal certification.
• Sustainability Initiative of South Africa (SIZA) – Supporting ethical and sustainable agricultural practices.
• Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) – Contributing to social and economic transformation in South Africa.
• Vegan – Certified to meet the needs of plant-based lifestyles.

With PEPPADEW®, you can be confident that every product is crafted with integrity, backed by internationally recognised standards, and produced with an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and sustainability.

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