More than 40 years of history, commitment and quality in the export of coffee, cocoa and pepper.

The history of Exporcafé began more than 60 years ago, when Don Manuel Agustín López, a native of Loja, Ecuador, emigrated to Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas in search of better opportunities. Coming from a humble family and raised by his great aunt, he faced many difficulties, but his visionary spirit led him to find new ways to get ahead. He began his working life as a day laborer, but soon discovered that commerce was his true vocation. He sold fresh produce, fish and fabrics by bicycle, until he managed to rent a small warehouse on Quito and Cuenca streets, where he began to buy and sell coffee, chifle and corn. Eventually, together with his wife, Doña Rosario Lapo, they acquired a piece of land on Via Quevedo km 3.5,
where they expanded their operations and began exporting agricultural products. With effort, they managed to position themselves as a recognized company in the industry, always guaranteeing fair prices and personalized attention to farmers. Exporcafé was legally incorporated on April 19, 1983 and, since then, has consolidated its presence in the international market, exporting coffee, cocoa and pepper to various countries. Today, the second generation, made up of Jenny, Manuel and Mirian López, is in charge of the company, with the firm purpose of maintaining the legacy and training the third generation to continue Exporcafé’s mission.
1960s
Home
Don Manuel began his career in the agricultural trade.
1970s
Opening
Opening of the first winery in Santo Domingo.
1993
Foundation
Legal foundation of Exporcafé.
1990s
Expansion
Expansion of coffee and cocoa exports to the U.S. and Europe.
2023
Sustainability
Implementation of sustainability programs and Rainforest certification in process.
2025
2nd Generation
Maintaining the family legacy.

Our essence

AND PURPOSE

Mission

To provide products of excellent quality to the national and international market, guaranteeing sustainability and traceability standards. We are committed to strengthening the economic and social growth of the farmer, promoting fair trade and the development of producing communities. We base our work on the family as the core of any society, promoting its welfare and encouraging responsible practices that generate a positive impact on the agricultural sector and the environment.

Vision

To become a global reference in the export of cocoa, coffee and pepper, standing out for the quality, sustainability and authenticity of our products. We focus on maintaining and expanding our sales to international markets, promoting the development of our producers, respecting the environment and offering our customers products of excellence. Through innovation, strategic alliances and commitment to traceability, we seek to consolidate our presence in new destinations and strengthen the image of our products in the world.

Commitment, excellence and sustainability.

Growing Quality for the World

We export high quality natural products, guaranteeing good agricultural practices
and a positive impact at each stage of production.

Family-owned company

of three generations with more than 40 years in the market.

Personalized attention

for farmers and international customers.

Commitment to sustainability

and good agricultural practices.

More than 16,000 suppliers

and exports to global markets.

We continue to grow

Today, the second generation manages Exporcafé with the support of their father, while training the third generation to continue the legacy of quality and sustainability.

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