Costa Group is Australia’s leading integrated horticultural company, specializing in the production, packing and marketing of fresh fruit and vegetables. Operating across key growing regions in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia, the company focuses on delivering high-quality produce to domestic retail chains, wholesalers and foodservice customers. Its supply chain capabilities extend from farm management and harvesting through to packing, cool storage and distribution.
The company’s product portfolio includes berries (strawberries, blueberries and raspberries), tomatoes (truss, cherry and specialty varieties), mushrooms, citrus fruit and avocados. Costa Group maintains multiple year-round packing facilities that leverage proprietary post-harvest technologies and quality control systems. Export operations service markets in Asia, particularly China, Japan and South Korea, where demand for premium Australian produce continues to grow.
Established by the Costa family, the business traces its roots to mushroom cultivation in the mid-20th century and has expanded through acquisitions and organic growth. Headquartered in North Ryde, New South Wales, Costa Group was listed on the Australian Securities Exchange in 2015. Today, the company operates more than 70 farms and employs over 4,000 people, while engaging in research partnerships to advance sustainable horticultural practices.
Led by Chief Executive Officer Sean Hall since 2019, Costa Group emphasizes innovation, environmental stewardship and supply chain efficiency. Its R&D initiatives focus on improving yields, reducing food waste and enhancing water use efficiency, reflecting a commitment to delivering value to customers and stakeholders while supporting long-term industry growth.
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