Case Study - Naledo Foods & Beverages Inc.

OVERVIEW

Naledo Foods & Beverages Inc., founded in 2016 by Umeeda and Nareena Switlo in Belize, exem plifies a socially responsible business model that aligns with the European Union’s development cooperation priorities: inclusive economic growth, private sector development, gender equality, environmental sustainability, and climate resilience. Naledo produces turmeric-based health and wellness products under the brand Truly Tur meric , working directly with over 200 small-scale farmers and supporting a majority-female workforce . With strategic support from the Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export), funded by the European Union under the Regional Private Sector Development Pro gramme (RPSDP), Naledo has expanded its export capacity, improved production standards, and strengthened its business resilience .

CASE STUDY: NALEDO FOODS & BEVERAGES INC.

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