2013
Catalogue
Essential Bosnia & Herzegovina
Medicinal & Aromatic Plants | Mushrooms | Forest Fruits
Prepared by:
Foreign Trade Chamber of Bosnia and Herzegovina
USAID/Sida FARMA
Circulation: 1500
Sarajevo, January 2013
Link for download: http://www.bosniafarma.ba/en/documents/catalogue/
Preparation and printing of this publication has been supported by:
CatalogueMedicinal & Aromatic Plants | Mushrooms | Forest Fruits
- FOREWORD: FOREIGN TRADE CHAMBER OF BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA
- ABOUT THE USAID/Sida FARMA PROJECT
- BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA – GENERAL INFO
- BH MEDICINAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS
- PRODUCERS’ CATALOGUE
- ANĐELIĆ, TREBINJE
- APOTEKE MATIJA, MOSTAR
- AROME, MOSTAR
- ASSOCIATION BRUSNICA, KONJIC
- BIO BRAND, JABLANICA
- BIONATURA, BREZA
- CYDONIA, GRAČANICA
- EDEN AROMA, KLADANJ
- ELMAR AROMA CARE, BILEĆA
- ELMAR, TREBINJE
- FAVEDA, SARAJEVO
- HALILOVIĆ, ILIJAŠ
- HEKO, BUGOJNO
- INSIEME, BRATUNAC
- LAMARUŽ, GRUDE
- LJEKOBILJE, TREBINJE
- NEVEN, RUDO
- OPZ AGROFARM, ŽEPČE
- PRIRODNO BILJE, BANJA LUKA
- ROING, LJUBUŠKI
- SMRČAK, ZVORNIK
- ŠUMSKI PLOD, PROZOR-RAMA
- VEXTRA, MOSTAR
- WOMEN ASSOCIATION PODRINJE 1, SKELANI
- ZZ TERRAPRIM, KAKANJ
PRODUCERS’ CATALOGUE INCLUDES INFO ON:CONTENT:
Dear reader and catalogue user,
The Catalogue of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Forest Fruits and Mushrooms was prepared for you by BiH Foreign Trade Chamber (FTC) in cooperation with USAID/Sida FARMA project.
BiH Foreign Trade Chamber is the association of entrepreneurs from all of Bosnia and Herzegovina. One of its activities is the representation of its members to potential partners abroad including providing services of strategic promotion in foreign markets.
Companies involved in the production, collection and processing of medicinal and aromatic plants, forest fruits and mushrooms are active within the FTC Association of Agriculture and Food Processing Industries. A preponderance of these companies are export oriented.
The volume of exports of medicinal and aromatic plants, forest fruits and mushrooms from Bosnia and Herzegovina is greater than for other countries of the region and is growing. These FTC associated companies are dynamic, growing, and interested in expanding their international business linkages.
The Catalogue of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Forest Fruits and Mushrooms will enable potential business partners to find information about companies that are well established as well as for companies that are new to exports.It is our hope that this catalogue will promote your interest for developing a cooperation with BH entrepreneurs.
PRESIDENT Ph.D Bruno Bojić
About the USAID/Sida FARMA Project
Since 2009 the United States Agency for
International Development (USAID) and Swedish
Development Agency (Sida) have been partners
in a four-year Program of Fostering Agricultural
Markets Activity (FARMA).
The goal of the project is rapid, sustainable
and broad-based economic growth through
demand-driven interventions aimed at improving
the competitiveness of BiH agricultural producers
and agribusiness enterprises. The purpose
of the Project is to expand environmentally
sustainable production, processing and sales of
value-added agricultural products.
USAID/Sida FARMA recognizes the potential
of the Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs)
sector, as a sector that greatly contributes to the
development of the local and national economy
of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH).
Even today, despite the existance of advanced
agricultural systems, the collection of MAPs is
a significant economic activity in rural areas of
BiH.
It is believed that in Bosnia and Herzegovina
there are over 700 varieties of MAPs, out
of which 200 are harvested for commercial
purposes. The sector includes more than
50 companies operating in the business of
production and processing of MAPs, forest
fruits and mushrooms. Between 1,500 and
9,000 tons of different MAPs, forest fruits and
mushrooms are collected annually, which are
mainly dried or distilled for export. With USAID/
Sida FARMA’s assistance the production of final
products for export is increasing. Medicinal and
aromatic plants, forest fruits and mushrooms
are among the few BiH agricultural products that
have a positive trade balance.
As an alternative to the wild collection, USAID/
Sida FARMA supports a growing interest in the
cultivation rather than wild collection of MAPs.
This is the result of the demand of the MAPs
based processing industry, and the need for a
larger and more steady supply of high quality
raw materials. An additional benefit is that the
controlled cultivation of MAPs reduces the
unsustainable collection of wild plants which
might otherwise become endangered. For that
reason, the USAID/Sida FARMA project has
organized a number of activities to promote the
cultivation of MAPs.
The USAID/Sida FARMA project supports
processors to advance their production
processes and technologies, in order to
become competitive in the domestic and
international markets. The project’s support for
producing this catalogue is to help interested
buyers identify potential BiH business partners
in the MAP sector.
For more informations please visit: www.bosniafarma.ba
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA
Official Name: Bosnia and Herzegovina (BH)
Political system: Parliamentary democracy with a bicameral parliament; BH is composed of
Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH), Republika Srpska (RS) and Brčko District
Area: 51,209 km2
Population: 3.8 million (estimate)
Geographical location: Bosnia and Herzegovina is located on the Balkan Peninsula,
bordering Croatia (932 km) on the north and west, Serbia (312 km) and Montenegro (215 km)
to the east and the Adriatic Sea in the south of the country.
Official languages in BH: Bosnian, Serbian and Croatian
Religions in BH: Islam, Orthodox Christianity and Catholicism
Major cities: Sarajevo (the capital), Banja Luka, Mostar and Tuzla
Currency: Convertible Mark (BAM)
Exchange rates: 1 EUR = 1.95583 BAM
Gross National Product (2011): 13.02 billion Euros
Internet domain: .ba
Area code: + 387
Bosnia & Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina has long tradition as well as experienced and skilled workforce in
collecting and cultivating medicinal and aromatic herbs, wild berries and mushrooms. The
biodiversity of medicinal and aromatic plants and mushrooms in the area of Bosnia and
Herzegovina is very rich, thanks to the favourable geographic position, climate and varying
geological and pedological conditions, vast surfaces of pastures, medical flora and different
kind of forests, lakes and rivers.
In Bosnia and Herzegovina medicinal and aromatic plants have the potential to substantially
contribute to the national and local economy. Bosnia and Herzegovina has over 700 species
of medicinal and aromatic plants out of which around 200 are exploited. Diversity of climate
and vegetation, clean environment and tradition are good preconditions for the production of
high quality raw materials, essential oils and different herbal products.
Given the diverse climate and topography of the country, there are ideal conditions for the
production of chamomile, mint, balm, lavender, immortelle, sage etc.
BH MEDICINAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS
Bosnia and Herzegovina is equidistant from the Equator and the Pole, thus the climate is not
dominated by a single type of weather. It can be divided into three climatic regions with more
or less sharp boundaries or moderate transition zones:
• Northern region
• Hilly mountain region
• Southern region
The climate is predominantly moderate continental, particularly characteristic for Central
Bosnia and Herzegovina, while northern part of the country has predominantly continental
climate. South of the country has Sub-Mediterranean climate, characterized by long summers
and short, mild winters, with more than 200 sunny days and 1400 l/m2 of precipitation per
year.
Sufficient amounts of water, surface available for agricultural activities and a large number of
sunny days a year make the southern part of BH an ideal place for growth and cultivation of
mediterranean plants.
Mountainous and continental climate dominates the central and northern part of BH. This
offers ideal conditions for the growth of forest fruits, mushrooms and different medicinal and
aromatic herbs. On the north of the country there is a typical continental climate.
BH MEDICINAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS
Producers’ Catalogue
ANĐELIĆ, TREBINJEAnđelić, was founded in 1996, and is engaged in purchase and processing of medicinal and aromatic plants
and spices, with focus on the production of essential oils. Raw material is collected by collectors throughout
BiH. The processing facility is located in Trebinje, which is in the south-east of BiH. Products placement is
directed towards Western Europe, North America and Australia markets.
ANĐELIĆ, Trebinjskih brigada 10, 89101 Trebinje, Bosna i Hercegovina, t/f: + 387 59 260 647 m:+ 387 65 688 356, [email protected]
The Company possesses HACCP and ISO
9001:2008 certificates, as well as certificates
for organic production issued by Organska
Kontrola (BiH) and Krav (Sweden). All products
conform to the EU regulation 834/2007. The
Company also possesses NOP certificate
for the US market, as well as Bio Suisse
certificate for the Swiss market. Anđelić is recording continuous growth and development of export business, thanks to good quality raw
material of organic origin.
The product assortment, emphasizes essential oils made from Sage (Salvia officinalis), Immortelle
(Helichrysum italicum), Savory (Satureja montana) and Juniper (Juniperus communis), as well as spices,
such as Sage (Salvia officinalis), Laurel Bey (Laurus nobilis) and Savory (Satureja montana). Andjelic also
produces ingredients for organic forest fruits teas: European Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris), Rosehip (Rosa
canina), and Blueberry (Vaccínium myrtíllus).
APOTEKE MATIJA, MOSTARApoteke Matija was founded in 1971 and is engaged in the processing of medicinal and aromatic plants.
Apoteke has over 40 years of experience in this area, focusing on the quality of the products. This is
confirmed by numerous certificates and acknowledgements won at fairs throughout BiH and in Croatia.
Apoteke’s herbal products are intended to everyone over 2 years of age.
Some of the key products are Matijasin – honeys with herbal juices for a range of ailments, but also herbal
tinctures, herbal teas, creams, ointments, milled roots, medicinal wine and herbal brandy. Apoteke’s herbal
remedies can be found in the markets of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia.
MATIJA, Cim - Smrčenjaci bb, 88000 Mostar, t: + 387 36 341 376, +387 36 341 377, [email protected], www.apotekamatija.ba
www.matija-milenkopaunovski.com
ContactZainteresovani smo za kontakte i saradnju sa kom-
panijama koje žele naše proizvode direktno ili preko
ovlaštenih predstavnika. Spremni smo odgovoriti na
sve zahtjeve vezane za preradu i kvalitet proizvoda, u
skladu sa potrebama kupaca.
SMRČAK D.O.O.Karakaj bb, 75400 Zvornik
p: +387 56 210 365; +387 56 263 685
[email protected], http://www.smrcak.com
AROME, MOSTAR
The company Arome was founded in 2009, and is engaged in the cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants. Arome grows organic Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) on 50 hectares, and Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) on 2 hectares. The company also produces essential oils.
Arome has an IMO certificate for organic cultivation and processing of essential oils of lavender and rosemary. Arome’s essential oils are intended for the cosmetics industry and perfumes. Arome’s emphasis is organic production, high quality and significant quantities.
Arome’s lavender essential oil is characterized by a high percentage of linalyacetat and linalol, with small percentage of camphor. The oil has a deep, gentle scent, which makes it excellent for cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.
Besides its medicinal properties, Arome’s rosemary essential oil can be used in the cosmetic industry.
AROME, Rodoč - Put za Aluminijski kombinat bb, 88000 Mostar, Bosna i Hercegovina, t/f: +387 36 352 621, [email protected], www.arome.ba
ContactZainteresovani smo za kontakte i saradnju sa kom-
panijama koje žele naše proizvode direktno ili preko
ovlaštenih predstavnika. Spremni smo odgovoriti na
sve zahtjeve vezane za preradu i kvalitet proizvoda, u
skladu sa potrebama kupaca.
SMRČAK D.O.O.Karakaj bb, 75400 Zvornik
p: +387 56 210 365; +387 56 263 685
[email protected], http://www.smrcak.com
ASSOCIATION BRUSNICA, KONJIC The Association of citizens for sustainable collection and production of medicinal and aromatic plants and forest fruits „Brusnica“, was founded in 2009 in Konjic. The Association has around 50 active members.
Educations on sustainable collection and cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants are regularly organized for the members. Main goal of this Association is protection of most endangered plants, and these are blueberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) and cranberry (Vaccinium vitis idaea). The Association is strives to protect these plants, as these could become the brand name of the Association and of the region the Association is active.
UDRUŽENJE BRUSNICA, Varda bb, 88400 Konjic, Bosna i Hercegovina, t/f: +387 36 735 041, m: +387 61 175 868
[email protected], www.poljoprivredakonjic.ba
In order to provide good quality and to certify products accrding to the European standards, it is a must to organize education of wider population that is involved in exploitation, production and processing of medicinal and aromatic plants. Our goal is to find rational solutions in organizing and gathering population in the Association to get joint approach for the cultivation of secondary non-wood forest products.
The Association „Brusnica“ is the member of the Union of Agricultural Associations of Konjic, of the Union of organic producers Organsko FBiH, and the member of the Agromap NETWORK.
The Association cooperates with a number of nongovernmental organization, such as LINK Mostar, REDAH, UPIP Žepče and many others that are active in the Federation of BiH.
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The product is intended for preventive use for all ages, and especially for those with cardiovascular problems.
Bio Brand believes it is more efficient and effective than similar products (based on Omega 3) in the market, as
its base is crabapple (Malus sylvestris).
Bio Brand implements integrated quality management systems, food safety and environmental protection,
and has ISO 9001:2008, HACCP and ISO 14001:2004 certificates. Bio Brand is in the process of organic
certification with Organska Kontrola (OK).
BIO BRAND, JABLANICABio Brand, from Jablanica is a private
company, founded in 2005. Its main
activities are the production of healthy food
and drinks, food additives and dietetic
products.
Cardio fit + C is the main product. It is
produced from domestic raw materials, in
a natural way, by the mixing of apple cider
vinegar and Crabapple (Malus sylvestris)
concentrate, enriched with medicinal plants
and C vitamin. Cardio fit + C is a natural
nutrition additive or supplement that was
launched in the market in 2012.
BIOBRAND, Šljunkara bb, 88420 Jablanica, Bosna i Hercegovina, t: +387 36 757 111, +387 36 757 112, [email protected]
[email protected], www.biobrand.ba
BIONATURA, BREZAThe Bionatura company was founded in 1997, with the main activity of production of dried and fresh conventional
pasta. During 2003 the company expanded its production to organic cultivation and processing of crops,
mainly Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum), Spelt (Triticum spelta) and Rye (Secale cereale), and as of 2005
the complete production and processing is done according to organic principles.
Bionatura production assortment consists of organic grains, organic flour, pasta, forest fruits and cereals.
The production and processing are certified by Organska Kontrola (OK), BiH organic certifying body.
Bionatura’s land plots for cultivation are
located in the area of Central Bosnia, the
municipality of Breza, Vareš and Ilijaš, far
away from industrial facilities, at the altitude
of 800m, which is suitable for cultivation of
organic crops.
BIONATURA, Ul. Kahve bb, 71370 Breza, Bosna i Hercegovina, t/f: +387 32 782 468, +387 61 552 655, +49 163 293 47 93
[email protected], www.bionatura.ba
CYDONIA, GRAČANICA
The Company Cydonia was founded in 1995. The Company is engaged in the production of natural and herbal cosmetics, herbal medicinal products, plant extracts and products for aromatherapy.
Special attention is given to the production of pure bipolar (holistic) herbal extracts as a basis for production of herbal cosmetics and herbal medicinal products free of artificial additives, coloring agents, preservatives and stabilizing chemicals, which is nowadays rarely found in the market. Products are intended for everyone with health problems, wishing to remedy those in a natural and healthy way.
Through our apothecary practice we produce various galenic herbal medicinal products: ointments, creams, lotions, vaginal suppositories and medicinal balms, in order to respond to specific needs of certain specialist medicinal areas.
CYDONIA, Lipa 73, 75320 Gračanica, Bosna i Hercegovina, t/f: +387 35 700 215, +387 35 700 216, Skype: nihhad505
[email protected], [email protected], www.cydonia.com.ba
EDEN AROMA, KLADANJEden aroma is a family company founded in 2011. Our production is located on the slopes of Konjuh mountain in North - Eastern Bosnia, where we get our raw materials. We are producing essential oils: Black pine (Pinus nigra), Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris), Silver fir (Abies alba), Juniper (Juniperus communis), Mint wild and cultivated (Mentha piperita). Based on these essential oils we have also developed a natural cosmetics program, which includes aromatic massage oils, soaps and creams.
All our soaps are produced manually, using traditional cold pressing method. As the base we use olive oil and goats’ milk. Soaps are enriched with bee’s products (pollen, propolis, honey) and essential oils. We are very proud of our Magic balm for every household, produced from essential oils, pines resin and bee’s products in ideal ratio for the skin. It is very efficient for all skin ailments as well as for healthy skin care. In 2013 we will launch Organivar, varroa mites (Varroa destructor) repelent, based on essential oils. The product is 98% efficient, and is three times cheaper than similar repelents in the market. EDEN AROMA, Hadin Alipašina 2, 75280 Kladanj, Bosnia and Herzegovina, m:+387 61 776 976, [email protected], [email protected]
ELMAR AROMA CARE, BILEĆAThe company Elmar Aroma Care was founded in 2008, by the owner with broad experience gained in another
company in the same business. The company is engaged in the processing of medicinal, aromatic plants and
secondary non-wood forest products, with the focus on organic cosmetic products, food products and natural
beverages. The whole cycle, from the raw material collection to the processing into the final product is done
within the company.
The main markets are Germany and EU countries as well as the countries from the region. A small portion
of the production is marketed to the Middle East. Raw materials / essential oils, extracts, hydrolates and macerates are intended for cosmetic and pharmaceutical companies and the food industry, while final products are intended for broad consumption. The company possesses ECOCERT, IMO-NaTrue and NOP certificates.
Elmar Aroma Care offers significant quantities of immortelle hydrolates, with high percentage of immortelle essential oil:
• Liquid immortelle
(Helichrysum italicum),
• Arnica (Arnica montana)
• Wild pomegranate
(Punica granatum)
ELMAR-AROMA CARE, Jefta Dedijera 4, 89230 Bileća, t: +387 59 380 460, m: +387 65 845 293, f:+387 59 380 461
[email protected], www.elmar-aromacare.com
The main products are hair, facial and body care, mouth wash, hair and body cleansers, herbal oils and macerates (herbal solutions in oil), herbal butters, fruit juices, fruit vinegar and balsamic vinegar.
ELMAR, TREBINJEElmar, Trebinje is engaged in purchasing and processing of wild medicinal and aromatic plants, as well as
the production of essential oils, hydrolates and the production of liquid extracts. The production is in line with
the organic, EU and NOP standards and all the products are certified by IMO-CONTROL Switzerland. The
company was established in 1999.
The area where the medicinal and aromatic plants are collected includes the region from the south of
Herzegovina and Dalmatia to Central and Eastern Bosnia. The bulk raw material of medicinal herbs for export
is: Sage (Salvia officinalis), Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum), Juniper berry (Juniperus communis), Ramson
(Allium ursinum), Savory (Satureja Montana) and Common Butterbur (Petasites hybridus).
Based on customer requests, Elmar can offer high variety of organic hydrolates (EU, NOP).
Elmar exports products all over the world, including EU, USA, Canada, Australia, Israel, Switzerland, Korea,
China, Turkey and Albania.
essential oilsElmar
ELMAR, Preobraženska 4, 89101 Trebinje, t/f: +387 59 225-218, m: +387 65 888 366, [email protected], www.elmartb.com
The product line includes about eighty wild
medicinal plants growing on this fertile and
pure soil. The company also offers about
twenty essential oils and hydrosols, including
high quality Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum),
Sage (Salvia officinalis), Juniper (Juniperus
communis), Savory (Satureja Montana)
and Chaste tree (Vitex agnus castus).
FAVEDA, SARAJEVOFaveda is a private company, established in 1988. It is engaged in the collection and processing of mostly
wild medicinal and aromatic plants. Its goal is to make the connection between traditional and scientific use
of medicinal and aromatic plants, under close supervision of pharmacists, medicinal doctors and biologists.
U svom radu koristimo ljekovito bilje prikupljeno na
Medicinal and aromatic plants are collected on ecologically clean mountains, for which Bosnia and Herzegovina is known.
The product assortment consists of some 100 varieties of medicinal and aromatic plants, packaged as 50, 100 and 1000 grams bags, herbal tea mixtures intended to prevent and or remedy different ailments, as well as everyday herbal tea mixtures. Most of the herbal teas and mixtures are exported to Kosovo.
FAVEDA, Jukićeva 40, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosna i Hercegovina, t: +387 33 486 761, +387 61 606 212, [email protected],, www.faveda.ba
Besides medicinal and aromatic plants prepared
as herbal teas Faveda also offers essential
oils, herbal extracts, tinctures, as well as final
products. The final products based on herbal
extracts are different lotions, creams, balsams,
balms and capsules. Faveda emphasizes its
program of natural cosmetics, with which it has
excellent results in exporting to Turkey.
Halilović produces high quality essential oils, such as Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris), European Black Pine
(Pinus nigra), Sage (Salvia officinalis), Chamomille (Matricaria chamomila),Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum),
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) and Juniper (Juniperus communis). Besides the domestic market Halilović
exports products throughout the world. The company is also engaged in cultivation of medicinal and aromatic
plants: Chamomile (Matricaria chamomila), Mint (Menta piperita), Balm (Melissa officinalis); grains, such as
Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) and different vegetables.
All products are IMO certified for EU and
NOP for USA market. Halilović has been
engaged in organic production since 2002.
Halilović possesses equipment for cultivation,
production and processing.
HALILOVIĆ, Ul. 126 brigade 78, 71380 Ilijaš, Bosna i Hercegovina t/f: +387 33 403 244, + 387 61 777 919, +387 61 901 830, [email protected],
www.bio-halilovic.com
HALILOVIĆ, SARAJEVOHALILOVIĆ is a private company established in 1983 in Ilijaš near Sarajevo. The processing facilities and
plantations (150 ha) are located in Nišići plateau (1000 m above the sea) near Sarajevo.This is a rural area of
Ilijas municipality, which is rich with wild medicinal and aromatic plants, secondary non-wood forest products
and mushrooms, where inhabitants are mainly engaged in organic agriculture and collection of medicinal and
aromatic plants.
HEKO, BUGOJNOHeko was founded 1995 in Bugojno, and is engaged in production of berry seedlings, berry fruits and
purchase of medicinal, aromatic plants, forest fruits and mushrooms.
Heko possesses modern nursery for production of berry fruits seedlings, cold storage for freezing, sorting
machines, dry kilns, storage and packaging facilities for berry fruits, forest fruits, medicinal and aromatic
plants as well as mushrooms.
The Company’s main products are:
• Berry fruits seedlings – annual capacity 2 mil
seedlings of American blueberry, cranberry,
lingonberry, aronia, black currant, gooseberry,
strawberry, forest strawberry, blackberry,
raspberry and tayberry.
• Forest fruits, mushrooms, medicinal and aromatic
plants (fresh, frozen, dried, cut, pickled etc.) –
annual capacity over 2.000 t
• Raspberries – IQF, frozen block, raspberry paste
mixture and crumble; annual capacity is over
800 MT
The Company also possesses ISO 9001 and
HACCP certificates, as well as organic certificate
(issued by Organska Kontrola - OK) for forest fruits,
mushrooms and medicinal plants.
HEKO, Sultan Ahmedova 77, 70230 Bugojno, Bosnia and Herzegovina, t/f:+ 387 30 252 420, 030 254 240, [email protected], [email protected],
www.heko.ba
INSIEME, BRATUNACThe agricultural cooperative INSIEME from Bratunac was established in 2003. It began with the production of
berry fruits seedlings, and growing of strawberries and blackberries on cooperants’ farms (over 500 families).
A cooling chamber of 700 ton capacity was installed in 2006, with frozen strawberries and blackberries as
the main products. These goods were exported to Germany, Austria, France, Netherlands and Switzerland.
During 2009 Insieme constructed the facility for thermal fruit processing (jams and juices).
In addition to conventional production, Insieme stared
with organic production of wild berries: Strawberry
(Rubus idaeus), Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus),
Blueberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), Cornelian Cherry
(Cornus mas) and Elderberry (Sambucus nigra).
These prodcts (jams and juices), both conventional
and organic are exported to Italy.
Insieme products are characterized by artisan
production, maximizing manual labor during the
collection, selection of the best raw material and
packaging, all in line with European standards.
Compared to others, Insieme’s specialty is in controlling
the entire process, starting with the production of
seedlings, growing, collection and storing of fruits and
final products (in jars or in bottles).
Insieme has ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, IFS
(International Food Standard) and OK organic
certificates.
INSIEME, Ulica S. Save bb, 75240 Bratunac, t/f: +387 56 410 013, Skype: cooperativainsieme, [email protected], www.coop-insieme.com
Lamaruž is engaged in the production of hand-made natural soaps, hydrolates, scented sachets and bathing
salt. The production was initiated in 2009, and has recorded significant success and growth in the market of
Bosnia and Herzegovina. The soaps are made of pure olive oil with the addition of essential oils, dried flowers
and herbs.
U svom radu koristimo ljekovito bilje prikupljeno na
The leading soaps are: lavender soap, intended for impure and oily skin combined with lavender hydrolate;
cinnamon soap to reduce cellulite; immortelle soap, which is excellent for skin regeneration, and olive oil
soap with goat’s milk, which is good for damaged and dehydrated skin.
All the soaps have a pure olive oil base,
with the addition of pure honey, goat’s
milk and different herbs, such as lavender,
marigold, and immortelle. The soaps are
produced by using the cold method,
which means that the olive oil is not
heated, which enables preservation of the
most valuable ingredient - natural glycerin.
LAMARUŽ, Sovići bb, 88345 Sovići, t +387 63 327 720; +387 39 661 511, [email protected], www.lamaruz.com
LJEKOBILJE, TREBINJELjekobilje was founded in 1999 in Trebinje with the production and processing capacity in Ljubinje, at the
South-East of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The main activities of the company are the purchase, production,
services, export – import of medicinal and aromatic plants and secondary non – wood forest products.
The Herzegovina region is known for many sunny days during the year, and soil that contains limestone,
which is the basis for the excellent quality of wild and cultivated medicinal and aromatic plants.
To its buyers Ljekobilje offers filter bags, classic and
mono-component herbal teas, essential oils, raw
material, as well as seeds and seedlings for medicinal
and aromatic plants.
Ljekobilje emphasizes dried sage (Salvia Officinalis),
which is one of native plants in Herzegovina, Savory
(Satureja montana), Yarrow (Achilea millefolium) and
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum). The company
also offer seeds and seedlings of excellent quality for
over 40 different herbs and spices, with the emphasis
on Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum) and Lavender
(Lavandula angustifolia).
Besides production and processing, the company
is engaged in scientific and research experiments,
which are based on the results gained directly in the
field, from plantations and from the wild. The company
has succeeded in the production and plantation of
endangered plants, such as Immortelle (Helichrysum
italicum).
LJEKOBILJE, Kralja Petra I Oslobodioca 55, Trebinje, t:+387 59 240 960, +387 59 621598, f:+387 59 240 930, +387 59 621 598, [email protected],
www.rico.co.rs
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NEVEN, RUDONEVEN is small family owned company, founded in 2003, engaged in growing and processing of Marigold
(Calendula officinalis). During this period Neven managed to achieve continuity in the production of good
quality raw material, for which it has an organic certificate issued by IMO for eight years continuously.
All of the products are made of organic marigold
and natural ingredients. Product assortment from
Cosmetics of Health includes about fifteen products,
available throughout the year:
• Marigold cream
• Marigold tincture
• Marigold oil
• Marigold tea
• Marigold night cream
• Marigold peeling mask
• Marigold lip balm
• Marigold hemorrhoid suppositories
• Marigold vaginal suppositories
• Marigold hair tonic
• Marigold hydrating cream
• Marigold honey
• Marigold propolis cream
• Marigold soap
NEVEN, Limska 3, 73260 Rudo, t/f: +387 58 711 364, m: +387 65 995 122, [email protected], www.neven.ba
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[email protected], http://www.smrcak.com
OPZ AGROFARM, ŽEPČEThe agriculture cooperative “Agrofarm” from Žepče was founded in 2005, and is engaged in the production of essential oils of Balm (Melissa officinalis) and Conifers (Pinus sp., Abies alba, Juniperus communis, Thuja). All quantities are exported to the USA. Essential oils produced are of high quality, which ensured export and application in the food industry, medicine and cosmetic industry.
The cooperative has the cooperant’s contracts with balm growers, out of which 15 are growing according to organic principles and are under conversion. During 2013 the cooperative expects to obtain an organic certificate for growing and processing of medicinal and aromatic plants. The area which is planted in balm which in the process of organic conversion is spread on 7.6 ha and is growing.
The cooperative is a part of a network, and therefore can serve as an agent for the export of a number of products made by the members of the network.
OPZ AGROFARM, Stjepana Radića bb, 72230 Žepče, Bosna i Hercegovina, t/f: +387 32 888 058, +387 32 888 057, Skype: upip.zepce
[email protected], www.upipzepce.com, www.agromap.net
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PRIRODNO BILJE, BANJA LUKAPrirodno bilje is family company, founded in 1994, and is engaged in growing, collection and purchase of
medicinal and aromatic plants and secondary non-wood forest products, as well as distillation of essential
oils. Its products are intended for the pharmaceutical industry as raw material for the production of herbal
preparations, as well as for companies engaged in herbal teas packaging. The main markets are in Bosnia
and Herzegovina, Serbia, Macedonia and Slovenia.
The company grows medicinal plants on 59 ha and
also has contracts with over 50 growers who produce
on smaller land plots.
The company owns agricultural machinery for primary
cultivation, as well as equipment for harvesting, drying,
processing, and packaging. Wild medicinal and
aromatic plants are purchased from over 150 families.
Prirodno bilje grows different herbs, such as Mint
(Mentha piperita), Marigold (Calendula officinalis),
Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis), Basil (Ocimum
basilicum), Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) and
Balm (Melissa officinalis). The company is a large
producer of Chamomile (Matricaria chamomile), with
the biggest individual plantation in BiH on 35 ha.
• Juniper berry (Juniperus communis), fruit
• Douglas spruce (Pseudotsuga douglasii), needles
• Grand fir (Abies grandis), needles
• Common fir (Abies alba), needles
• Mint (Mentha piperita).
PRIRODNO BILJE, Tome Maksimovića 18, 78211 Banja Luka, t:+387 51 424 055, f:+387 51 425 092, [email protected]
www.prirodnobilje.com
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SMRČAK D.O.O.Karakaj bb, 75400 Zvornik
p: +387 56 210 365; +387 56 263 685
[email protected], http://www.smrcak.com
ROING, LJUBUŠKI
Roing is an export oriented private company, founded in 1993. It produces essential oils and hydrolytes. It is engaged in the purchase of wild plants as well as growing cultivated medicinal and aromatic plants. The products are excellent for application in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries, as well as in aromatherapy.
Roing specializes in essential oils of Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum), Chaste Tree (Vitex agnus castus), Sage (Salvia olficinalis), Laurel Bay (Laurus nobilis) and Prickly Juniper (Juniperus oxycedrus), as well as hydrolates made of these herbs.
Currently Roing is in the final phase to plant immortelle on 8 ha in addition to the 5 ha maintained by cooperants – local producers, with plans to expand. Roing is interested in partnerships for the cultivation of additional acreages of immortelle.
ROING, Sv. Leopolda Mandića bb, 88320 Ljubuški, Bosna i Hercegovina, t/f: + 387 39 833 098; Skype: roing.ljubuski, [email protected], www.roing.net
SMRČAK, ZVORNIKSMRČAK is located in Zvornik in the North-East part of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The company was founded in
1992, based on activities of buying and storing product since 1982. This demonstrates the company’s broad
experience and tradition in business. The activities of the company are the collection, processing and trade of
mushrooms, medicinal plants, secondary non – wood forest products, fruits, and vegetables. Smrčak is one
of the most important companies from BiH engaged in this business. Smrčak has over 20 buy up stations,
involving over 1000 collectors under signed contracts.
The focus is on four types of mushrooms:
Porcini (Boletus edulis) which is the highest
volume, Chantarelle (Cantharellus cibarius), Morel
(Morchella conica) and Black Trumpet (Craterellus
cornucopioides). Besides mushrooms, the
company offers different dried medicinal and
aromatic plants, as well as other secondary forest
products, fruits and vegetables.
Smrčak has its own facilities and equipment for processing and transportation (drying facilities, cooling units,
mobile coolers, cutting, grinding, packaging and thermal processing equipment) with a trained workforce,
which is demonstrated by the excellent quality of the products. Since 2002 Smrčak has had a certificate for
organic production issued by Biosuisse, as well as HACCP, ISO 9001:2008, and Fair Wild certificates. The
product quality can be confirmed by the buyers from Austria, Switzerland, Germany, Spain and France. Smrčak
has also continuously been present at different bio fairs in Paris, Nuremberg and Bologne, where its products
have been positively praised. Smrčak is interested in cooperation with companies that wish to purchase
directly or through agents. The company will customize products according to the buyer’s requests related to
processing and the quality of products.
SMRČAK, Karakaj bb, 75400 Zvornik, t: +387 56 210 365, +387 56 263 685, [email protected], www.smrcak.com
ŠUMSKI PLOD, PROZOR - RAMAThe company Šumski plod was founded in 2000 and is engaged in the purchase and processing of wild
mushrooms: Porcini (Boletus edulis), Chantarelle (Cantharellus cibarius), Morel (Morchella conica), Black
Trumpet (Craterellus cornucopioides), Caesar’s mushroom (Amanita caesarea); wild berries: Raspberry
(Rubus idaeus), Blueberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus), Strawberry (Fragaria vesca),
Rosehip (Rosa canina); cultivated berries: raspberry, blackberry, strawberry, blueberry and aronia. It also
purchases and processes different medicinal and aromatic plants.
Annually, Šumski plod manages quantities as follows:
• Cultivated berries 1000 t
• Wild berries 500 t
• Mushrooms 200 t
• Medicinal and aromatic plants 50 t
Products are sold as fresh, dried or frozen.
In 2007 Šumski plod started implementing HACCP
and ISO 9001:2008; 2011 it began implementing
Global -GAP.
Exports are to Slovenia, Italy, Austria, Croatia and
Germany.
ŠUMSKI PLOD, Najkovići 13, 88440 Prozor, Bosna i Hercegovina, t/f: +387 36 771 561, m: +387 63 315 701, [email protected]
VEXTRA, MOSTARThe company Vextra was founded in 1989 in Mostar. The main activity of the company is the processing
of medicinal and aromatic plants into herbal mixtures with targeted effects, mono-component herbal teas,
herbal drops, medicinal ointments and oils.
For over 20 years in the Rajić family owners have provided the vision of Vextra. The company has an herbal
pharmacy shop where natural products that made in the laboratory are sold. The products are compounds of
precious natural ingredients and medicinal mixtures with therapeutic effects, without chemicals or additives.
The company is engaged in the collection of wild
medicinal and aromatic plants from its foundation
according to organic principles and ecological
sustainability. In addition to the herbal pharmacy,
products can be bought on the company’s web shop.
Vextra ensures quality through controlled cultivation,
collection, picking, drying, storing and by controlled
processing. The product assortment contains a
number of traditional herbal products, which can be
grouped in the categories: herbal teas, herbal tea
mixtures with therapeutic effects, tinctures and herbal
cosmetics (balms and oils).
Vextra costumers are also provided useful advice,
which are the result of our long-standing experience.
Vextra invests in development continually and is open
for all kinds of cooperation in the future.
VEXTRA, Dr. Ante Starčevića 38, 88000 Mostar, t/f: +387 36 347 634, [email protected], www.vextra.ba
WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION
PODRINJE 1
SKELANI,
SREBRENICA
Women’s Association „Podrinje 1“ was founded in 2002, and is engaged in cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants, as well as collection of wild herbs, mushrooms and forest fruits. Besides drying and preparation for further processing, the Association is engaged in distillation and production of lavender (Lavandula vera) and balm (Melissa officinalis) essential oils.
The Association also produces seedlings from seeds for a number of medicnal, aromatic plants and spices.
Our key products pure lavender oil and massage lavender oil are intended for final consumers. Our products are sold under the brand name La Vanda.
ASSOCIATION „PODRINJE 1“, Skelani – Srebrenica, Bosna i Hercegovina, t/f: +387 56 471 157; Mob: +387 65 747 307, [email protected]
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SMRČAK D.O.O.Karakaj bb, 75400 Zvornik
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[email protected], http://www.smrcak.com
ZZ TERRAPRIM, KAKANJ
Agricultural Cooperative Terraprim was founded in 2006 and is engaged in purchase and processing of medicinal and aromatic plants, forest fruits and mushroom, as well as production of herbal teas packaged in filter bags. The raw material that we use is collected in the surrounding mountains.
When it comes to quantities, our key products are Rosehip (Rosa canina), European Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris), Wild Strawberry (Rubus idaeus) and Wild Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus). Our primary interest is to find a buyer or distributor for export market.
ZZ TERRAPRIM, Melente Bošnjaka bb, 72240 Kakanj, Bosna i Hercegovina, t: +387 62 891 057, [email protected]
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