Our industrial processing plant in Argentina
We are a company that exclusively produces natural ingredients derived from lemons for a wide variety of industries.
From each lemon, we extract the aroma and flavor of fresh lemons into hundreds of products that are sold worldwide to millions of people who use them daily.
We have more than 100 clients across five continents.
We process 18% of all the lemons in the world.
We are experts and global leaders.
Our industrial processing plant in Uruguay
We are in
beverages, sweets, snacks, jams, cookies and fragrances.
We share the daily lives of millions of families worldwide, through the natural ingredients made out of our juices, pulp cell, peels, oils and essences.
We bring all our knowledge and experience to generate value for our customers through sustainable and innovative products.
Simply because we want to grow together in a better world.
Our industrial processing plant in South Africa
Our production process
Our Nursery in Argentina
Innovation
As a global market leader, our goal is to always be attentive and responsive to our customers' needs. We base the quality and reliability of our products on the generation of valuable solutions for your specific requirements. We constitute with our customers a strategic partner relationship in which we operate as a "solution provider".
Since 2014, we have an area of New Business Developments, exclusively dedicated to think and execute solutions that aim at the future of the industry and adapt San Miguel's service always to the new trends.
We are a knowledge company that recognizes the know-how of its people as one of its main assets. Always focused on welfare and sustainability, we always assume the challenge of generating proposals with greater added value for all our customers.
Our Farms in Argentina
These certifications validate our compliance with standards that enable us to offer reliable products, reinforcing our commitment to the environment, safety, quality and reliability.
Our Farms in Uruguay
Multi origin platform & logistics
We are the only lemon processors with a multi origin platform that allows us to specialize our offer according to what each market demands. Our traceability system gives precise information to the customer about the origin and process of each product, providing full control from the seed to the shelves. Ability to adapt our offer. Risk mitigation. Access to new markets.
Our Farms in South Africa
Lemon is one of the most versatile, beneficial, and widely used fruits in the world, both nutritionally and functionally.
Its processing yields a wide range of natural ingredients that can be used across a variety of industries.
Benefits for human health
High vitamin C content: strengthens the immune system, helps prevent colds and viral illnesses, and is a powerful natural antioxidant.
Antioxidant properties: fights free radicals, helps prevent cellular aging and certain chronic diseases.
Digestive effect: stimulates the production of gastric juices, promotes good digestion, and relieves stomach heaviness.
Detoxifying action: supports liver and kidney function, alkalizes the body (although acidic, its metabolism is alkaline).
Cholesterol and blood pressure control: flavonoids and pectin help reduce LDL cholesterol and may support cardiovascular health.
Hydration and freshness: when added to water, enhances flavor and encourages consumption.
Benefits in food
Natural preservative: Its acidity helps preserve food without artificial additives.
Flavor enhancer: enhances the taste of dishes without the need to add salt.
Source of fiber (in peel and pulp): improves intestinal health and reduces the absorption of fats and sugars.
Cosmetic and dermatological benefits
Natural astringent: ideal for oily or acne-prone skin.
Spot lightener: in natural face masks (sun exposure should be avoided).
Strengthens nails and hair: when mixed with olive or coconut oil.
Household and cleaning benefits
Degreasing power: dissolves grease and dirt, ideal in cleaning products.
Fresh and disinfecting scent: eliminates odors and leaves a clean feeling.
Natural antibacterial agent: useful in eco-friendly surface cleaners.
Environmental and agricultural benefits
Biodegradable and non-toxic: suitable for eco-friendly cleaning products or fertilizers.
Natural repellent: its scent repels insects (mosquitoes, ants, aphids).
Raw material for sustainable products: pectin, bioethanol, compost.