Forezia

Forezia is an importer and distributor established in 1927 and is based in Chasse-sur-Rhône, France. The company started out by manufacturing charcuterie products but in 1980, Forezia decided to quit production and instead focus on the importation and distribution of food and beverages. 

The company caters to around 2,000 points of sale, such as fast food chains, bakeries, sandwich shops, salad bars, bagel stores as well as coffee shops. Some of the clients are Carrefour, Intermarche, Casino, Auchan, etc. 

An online shop is also available on the website. 

With a workforce of 100 people, Forezia achieves an annual turnover of around € 39 million. 

Today, the firm offers over  800 references to their clients. European manufacturers have built their trust on Forezia as a partner for promoting their products in France. Some of the firm’s partners include CROUST'WITCH, Ninkasi, and The Food Bank. 

The importer’s products can be classified among the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: quinoa, couscous, rice, bread, snacks, sauces, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: desserts, honey, chocolate spreads, etc.
• Dairy: cheese, butter, cream,eggs, yoghurt, etc.
• Frozen Food: cold cuts, meats, poultry, etc 
• Drinks: limonades, smoothies, ice tea, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: vegetables, bread, prepared dishes, etc
• Meat Free: a range of meat alternative products 

Furthermore, Forezia is also the exclusive distributor of around 60 flagship brands of high-end snacking such as Gaspard, Eat Natural, Munchy Seeds, etc. 

The company offers their own brand, Gaspard, which provides juices and smoothies of different flavours. They are made of natural ingredients, are rich in nutrients, safe and fresh.

The company holds the organic certification Ecocert, guaranteeing the security of the customers.

Furthermore, Forezia is interested in the following products:

• Frozen Food: desserts, seafood, pizza, snacking, etc.
• Dairy: cheese, desserts, yoghurt, etc.
• Drinks: soft drinks, juices, ciders, etc.
• Savoury Grocery: crisps, snacks, nuts, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: ambient desserts, biscuits, bread & industrial pastries, etc.

The company is looking for brands as well as suppliers providing products for private labels. 

Concerning logistics, Forezia works with 10 transporters with 2 delivery methods. 

With regards to the community, Forezia is committed to a CSR and applies the principles of sustainable development to its business dealings. For example, the enterprise uses low consumption LEDs, is careful of office paper, plastic, glass and other waste, etc. 

The online shop can be accessed at: www.forezia-snacking.fr