Descripción

Our interdisciplinary team supports companies, entrepreneurs, and food brands in the development, validation, and scaling of innovative food products, particularly in the frozen fruit, functional foods, and high-value agro-industrial sector.

At LFC Food, we combine technical expertise and international trade experience to guide projects from concept to market. Our consulting services integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines, including:

• Nutrition science
• Agronomy and crop development
• Food engineering and processing technologies
• Chemical engineering and functional compounds
• Post-harvest management and preservation technologies

Our specialists help develop new products, optimize processes, and validate prototypes, ensuring that the final solution meets technical, regulatory, and commercial requirements.

We have experience working with:

• Frozen fruits and pulps
• Exotic fruit value chains
• HPP (High Pressure Processing / Pascalization)
• Functional ingredients and nutraceutical applications
• Food safety and shelf-life optimization

Our goal is to provide accurate technical guidance and practical solutions that help companies bring innovative food products to international markets.

Consultancy Scope

Our services may include:

• Product formulation and prototype development
• Functional ingredient analysis (e.g., mangosteen pericarp, antioxidants)
• Post-harvest technology and preservation methods
• HPP technology feasibility for fruit products
• Frozen fruit processing and value-added products
• Shelf-life evaluation and product stability
• Export-oriented product design
• Agro-industrial supply chain advisory

Pricing Framework

Consulting services are structured depending on the scope, technical complexity, and duration of the project. Typical pricing ranges include:

Initial Technical Consultation
30–60 minute session to evaluate project feasibility and define next steps.
USD $100 – $350

Technical Advisory Package
Focused consulting on product formulation, processing methods, or ingredient functionality.
USD $500 – $1,500

Product Development & Prototype Support
Development of formulations, technical validation, and prototype recommendations.
USD $2,000 – $10,000

Advanced R&D or Industrial Development Projects
Comprehensive consulting for scaling, processing technology integration (including HPP), or functional ingredient development.
USD $5,000 – $15,000+ depending on scope

Custom proposals are available for long-term partnerships, research collaborations, or industrial product development.

Why Work With Us

✔ Interdisciplinary scientific team
✔ Experience with tropical and exotic fruit value chains
✔ Knowledge of international food markets
✔ Expertise in functional ingredients and nutraceutical potential
✔ Strong connection between agriculture, food technology, and trade