OUR HISTORY
Our story
begins in 1831
1831
Comienza nuestra andadura en la agricultura. En Baena, la cuna del aceite.
2003
Volvimos a Portugal y compramos la primera finca agrícola
2005
Construimos la primera instalacion industrial, una almazara
2007
Nueva línea de negocio: Aceituna de mesa. Nos convertimos en el mayor productor de Portugal
2013
Ampliamos la bodega y la capacidad de nuestro molino
2014
Impulsamos el crecimiento industrial y agrícola para aceituna de mesa
2015
Entramos en el sector de los frutos secos.
Nos implantamos comercialemente en EE.UU. Nos expandimos a Sudamérica: compramos la primera finca en Chile
2019
Compra de vivero
2020
Nueva línea de negocio: De Prado Plantaciones
2021
Construcción del Lagar en Vendinha, la fábrica de aceite más grande del mundo.
Proyecto sostenible: Instalaciones fotovoltaicas y campo implantación del modelo americano
2022
Compra de ELAIA, lo que supone una integración de un total de 30.000 hectáreas y 800 personas en plantilla
2023
Compra de empresa líder en productos fitosanitarios: Acano. Rebranding de Prado plantaciones: AGR Global
1831
Our journey in agriculture begins. In Baena, the cradle of oil.
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From our beginnings in 1831, when we took our first steps in the agricultural world in Baena, known as the cradle of olive oil, we have traced a trajectory of constant growth, marked by important milestones that have defined our evolution as a company.
2003
We returned to Portugal and bought the first agricultural property.
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In 2003, we made a return to Portugal by acquiring our first agricultural property, a strategic move that expanded our operations and gave us new development opportunities.
2005
We built the first industrial facility, an oil mill.
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We continued with our expansion in Portuguese territory.
2007
New line of business: Olives. We became the largest producer in Portugal.
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Our foray into the production of table olives in 2007 was a turning point. In a short time, we became the main producer in Portugal in this specific area of business, thus consolidating our presence and leadership in the sector.
2013
We expand the winery and the mill capacity.
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2013 witnessed a significant boost in our production capacity with the expansion of our warehouse and mill, strengthening our infrastructure to meet growing demand and improve the quality of our products.
2014
We promote industrial and agricultural growth for olives.
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Expansion continued in 2014 with a clear focus on industrial and agricultural growth aimed at the production of table olives, reinforcing our key position in this market.
2015
We enter the nuts sector. We are established in the US and South America.
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Diversification was key for us in 2015. We entered the nuts sector and expanded our operations commercially in the United States and South America. The acquisition of our first farm in Chile was a crucial step for our presence in this region.
2019
Nursery purchase.
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2019 marked an important milestone with the acquisition of the nursery, a strategic investment that strengthened our production capacity and allowed us to advance in vegetable production.
2020
New business line: De Prado plantations.
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Diversification continued in 2020 with the launch of a new business line: De Prado Plantations, an important step that expanded our offer and consolidated our presence in new agricultural sectors.
2021
Construction of the Lagar in Vendinha, the largest oil factory in the world.
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2021 was another key year with the construction of our factory in Vendinha, the largest oil factory in the world. This is a sustainable project complemented by photovoltaic systems in our industrial facilities and field, embracing more environmentally friendly energy practices. We also implemented the American model in the field, marking the dawn of a new era for our company.
2022
Purchase of a leading company in phytosanitary products: Acano. Rebranding of De Prado plantations: AGR Global.
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2022 was a crucial moment with the purchase of Elaia, an integration that positioned us with a total of 30,000 hectares and 800 employees, significantly strengthening our presence and operational capacity.
2023
Purchase of a leading company in phytosanitary products: Acano. Rebranding of De Prado plantations: AGR Global.
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Finally, 2023 represented another step in our expansion and diversification strategy with the acquisition of Acano, a leading phytosanitary company. This not only expanded our reach in the agricultural field, but also involved a rebranding of De Prado Plantations, now known as AGR Global, marking a new phase of growth and consolidation within the agricultural sector.
De Prado is a family business with its roots deep in our own harvest,
in the know-how of our team, in our commitments to the environment and social progress, and in a healthy balance between the traditional values that we have inherited and technological innovation.