Divinut

What Divinut does

Divinut Indústria de Nozes LTDA is a vertically integrated Brazilian pecan nut (Carya illinoinensis) company founded in 2000 and headquartered in Cachoeira do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul. The company operates across the full pecan value chain: it runs what it describes as the world's largest nursery for bagged root seedlings, aggregating production from 4,000+ partner growers across Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, and Paraná under its proprietary Sistema Divinut de Produção (SDV), and processes the harvest at the largest pecan facility in the Southern Hemisphere (30 tons/day capacity following a R$4M 2023 expansion). Its core product line comprises pecan kernels in five cut grades (fine granulated, granulated, small, medium, and large pieces) packaged in 1kg units, whole in-shell pecans, pecan tree seedlings with traceable proprietary genetics, and a by-product portfolio including pecan shells (used as substrate, abrasives, and cosmetic exfoliants) and pure pecan oil for the healthy eating and haute cuisine segments.

The company makes money through multiple channels: (1) B2B sales of processed kernels to food manufacturers, confectioneries, bakeries, ice cream makers, chocolate factories, and restaurant chains, with named customers including Outback Steakhouse, Cacau Show, Ritter, and Zaffari; (2) domestic retail distribution to supermarket chains; (3) direct-to-consumer e-commerce via nozes.com.br with a 10kg minimum order; and (4) international exports to four continents spanning Europe (Spain, Italy), North America (Canada), the Middle East (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel), Africa (Egypt), and Asia (China). Pricing is unit-based, ranging from R$0.80/kg for shells to R$4.50-6.00/kg for raw in-shell nuts, with processed kernel pricing at a premium. Revenue mix is supplemented by the 4,000+ producer partner network, which both purchases seedlings and sells harvested nuts back to Divinut, creating a vertically bound supply chain.

The business is differentiated by first-in-South-America dual ISO 9001:2015 and FSSC 22000 (Version 6) certifications, three consecutive Prêmio Exportação RS awards (2023-2025), proprietary seedling genetics developed by CEO Edson Ortiz, and R&D partnerships with Brazilian universities (UNIJUÍ, UFSM, UFPEL) and Argentina's INTA. Divinut is privately held by the Ortiz family with no external funding rounds identified.

Name

Divinut

Legal name

Divinut Indústria de Nozes LTDA

Website

https://nozes.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Divinut is a privately held Brazilian pecan nut company that operates a vertically integrated business spanning a proprietary seedling nursery, a 4,000+ producer partner network, and the largest pecan processing facility in the Southern Hemisphere, selling processed kernels, seedlings, and by-products to B2B food manufacturers, retailers, and export markets across four continents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pecan Nut Processing and Production

NAICS

Tree Nut Farming (111335), Nursery and Tree Production (111421)

SIC

Canned, Frozen & Preservd Fruit, Veg & Food Specialties (2030), Agricultural Production-Crops (100)

akta.pro primary industry

Fruit & Nut Planting Stock (Rootstocks, Nursery Trees, Vines) (AFABAFAF)

Keywords

• Pecan nut processing
• Pecan tree seedlings
• Tree nut exports
• Food processing
• Agricultural production

Headquarters

HQ city

Cachoeira Do Sul

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Processed Pecan Nut Sales: Sale of processed pecan nuts in various forms (granulated fine, granulated, small pieces, medium pieces, large pieces) to food industry clients, retailers, and consumers. Primary revenue stream.
2. Pecan Seedling Sales: Sale of pecan tree seedlings (Carya illinoinensis) to producers looking to start or expand pecan orchards. Part of the Sistema Divinut de Produção partnership model.
3. International Export: Export of processed pecan nuts to international markets including Europe, North America, Middle East, North Africa, and Asia (China). Growing revenue stream driven by market expansion.
4. Pecan Shell By-Product Sales: Sale of pecan shell as by-product for use as orchid/bromeliad substrate, garden mulch, filtration elements, metallurgical sandblasting, abrasives, cosmetic exfoliants, and medical use.
5. Pecan Oil: Pure pecan oil developed and launched by the company for healthy eating and haute cuisine markets.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Divinut Industria de Nozes cultivates and processes pecan nuts (Carya illinoinensis) and operates a pecan tree nursery, selling processed pecans in various cuts (granulated fine, granulated, small, medium, large pieces) packaged in 1kg units, pecan tree seedlings, pure pecan oil, and pecan shell by-products. The company anchors the Sistema Divinut de Produção, a vertically integrated partnership platform providing technical assistance to 4,000+ producer partners from seedling genetics to post-harvest, exporting globally to food industry clients, retail chains, and international markets across four continents.

Product overview

Divinut operates as a vertically integrated pecan nut company offering a unified product portfolio centered on pecan nuts (Carya illinoinensis). The core offerings include processed pecan nuts in various cuts (granulated fine, granulated, small pieces, medium pieces, large pieces) packaged in 1kg units, pecan seedlings with certified genetics, and pecan shells as a byproduct. The Sistema Divinut de Produção serves as the operational platform providing integrated technical assistance from planting to post-harvest. Recent additions include pure pecan nut oil targeting the healthy eating and gourmet market. The company operates from nursery to export, positioning itself as a complete pecan ecosystem provider.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Empório Divinut: Product outlet featuring pecans, oil, and related products.

Products and services

• Nozes-pecã Granulada Fina 1Kg Fine granulated pecan nuts packaged in 1kg units, processed to meet high production and handling standards. Sold to food industry clients and consumers for use in confectioneries, bakeries, ice cream, and food service.
• Nozes-pecã Granulada 1Kg Granulated pecan nuts packaged in 1kg units, meeting elevated quality and production standards. Sold to food industry clients and consumers.
• Nozes-pecã Pedaços Pequenos 1Kg Small pecan nut pieces packaged in 1kg units, processed with high quality standards. Sold to food industry clients and consumers for use as ingredient or topping.
• Nozes-pecã Pedaços Médios 1Kg Medium pecan nut pieces packaged in 1kg units, processed with high quality standards. Sold to food industry clients and consumers.
• Nozes-pecã Pedaços Grandes 1Kg Large pecan nut pieces packaged in 1kg units, processed with high quality standards. Sold to food industry clients and consumers.
• Nozes-pecã com Casca Pecan nuts sold with shell intact, purchased in any quantity from suppliers. Sold to retail and consumer markets.
• Mudas de Nogueira-pecã (Carya illinoinensis) Pecan tree seedlings with high productive potential and growth vigor, with known and traceable genetics. Available in various sizes for sale to producers starting or expanding pecan orchards. Part of the Sistema Divinut de Produção partnership model.
• Óleo de Noz-Pecã Divinut Pure pecan nut oil developed and launched by Divinut, rich in fatty acids with differentiated flavor, positioned in the healthy eating and haute cuisine market.
• Casca de Nozes-pecã Pecan nut shells available in approximately 100 tons, suitable for orchid and bromeliad substrates, garden bed coverage, filter elements, metallurgical sandblasting, abrasives, cosmetic exfoliants, and medical use. Sold at R$0.80/kg.

Quantifiable outcome

• Processing capacity increased 6x from 5 to 30 tons/day after 2023 facility inauguration
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• UNIJUÍ (Universidade Regional do Noroeste do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch cooperation agreement for Agrosilvipastoral System research focusing on dairy cattle. Goal of rural property diversification, economic, environmental, and social sustainability. First batch of seedlings donated for research and demonstration in Augusto Pestana.
• UFSM (Universidade Federal de Santa Maria)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple cooperation agreements including technical seminars at UFSM-Cachoeira do Sul campus (Agricultural Engineering), forestry engineering student visits, doctoral research support, and minicourse on pecan processing during III Academic Week of Food Technology. Donation of pecan trees to courses.
• UFPEL (Universidade Federal de Pelotas)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical seminar on pecan cultivation at UFPEL and IFSul-Visconde da Graça in Pelotas. Partnership for green polymers technology research with Prof. Darci and graduate students.
• INTA Argentina (Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnological cooperation agreement for pecan tree cultivation between Divinut-Brasil and INTA-Argentina, promoting cross-border knowledge exchange and best practices.
• GS1 BrasilcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnical support for barcode implementation as innovation tool for logistics and traceability. Divinut received awards from GS1 Brasil for automation excellence in small companies category.
• Fundação AbrinqminorOthersDivinut became VIP founding member of Fundação Abrinq (Childhood Foundation), supporting children's rights through donations. Company believes in better future for children through education, food, and quality health.
• ApexBrasil (Agência Brasileira de Promoção de Exportações e Investimentos)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerTrade promotion partnership for internationalization. ApexBrasil President Laudemir Muller participated in Brazil-China Agribusiness Seminar alongside Divinut CEO. Agency supports Brazilian agribusiness promotion in international markets.
• Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture (MAPA)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration with Ministry of Agriculture for phytosanitary negotiations with China's GACC, resulting in 2024 protocol opening Chinese market for Brazilian pecan nuts. Minister André de Paula participated in Sial Shanghai activities.
• Emater/RS-ASCARminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with EMATER/RS-ASCAR (agricultural extension service) for technical dissemination to rural producers in Rio Grande do Sul municipalities.
• CFNA (China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Foodstuffs, Native Products and Animal By-Products)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerVice-president Yu Lu of CFNA participated in Brazil-China Agribusiness Seminar during Sial Shanghai. CFNA is key for Chinese market access and buyer connections.
• Inc. (International Nut and Dried Fruit Council)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCEO Edson Ortiz represented Brazil at INC congress in Macau, China (May 2025), the main global forum for nuts and dried fruits sector. INC events are key for international networking and market intelligence.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Olam Food Ingredients (ofi): Global food ingredients business (spun off from Olam International) with significant tree nut processing, sourcing, and trading operations worldwide. Comparable as a large-scale tree nut processor competing in international markets, though far broader in scope than Divinut.
• John B. Sanfilippo & Son: Publicly-traded US nut processor (NASDAQ: JBSS) producing pecans, almonds, walnuts, and other tree nuts for retail and food service. Larger and broader than Divinut, but competes in the same B2B processed-pecan category serving food manufacturers and retailers.
• Blue Diamond Growers: US agricultural cooperative and largest almond processor/marketer globally. While focused on almonds rather than pecans, Blue Diamond is a relevant comparable as a cooperative-style tree nut processor with grower-network structure analogous to Divinut's 4,000+ partner model.
• Mariani Nut Company: Large US family-owned processor of walnuts, almonds, and pecans serving industrial, retail, and export customers. Comparable to Divinut in family-ownership structure and tree nut focus, though broader in product range and more established in export markets.
• Paramount Farms / The Wonderful Company: Parent of Wonderful Pistachios and other large tree nut operations. Comparable as a large-scale tree nut producer with vertically-integrated orchard-to-processing operations, though operating at substantially larger scale and with broader product portfolio than Divinut.
• Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds: Largest vertically-integrated tree nut producer globally (pistachios, almonds), part of The Wonderful Company. Competes with Divinut in tree nut processing/export and uses similar direct-to-retail and food-service distribution, though at substantially larger scale and different nut focus.

Direct peers

• Hudson Pecan Company: US pecan processor and sheller serving food manufacturers, retailers, and bakeries. Comparable to Divinut in core product offering (shelled pecans in various cuts) and target customer base (B2B food industry and retail), though without Divinut's nursery/partner-producer network.
• Stahmanns Pecans: Australia's largest vertically-integrated pecan producer with own orchards, processing, and global export — directly comparable to Divinut's nursery-to-export model in the Southern Hemisphere. Both companies share similar structural positioning as regional pecan leaders serving export markets.
• Green Valley Pecan Company: One of the largest pecan processors in the United States, operating both orchards and processing facilities for in-shell and shelled pecans. Highly comparable to Divinut as a vertically-integrated pecan operation, though serving primarily the North American market.

Regional players

• South African Pecan Nut Producers Association (SAPPA): Industry body representing South Africa's rapidly-growing pecan sector — the third-largest pecan producer globally. Indirect competitor to Divinut in Southern Hemisphere export markets, particularly relevant given both target similar export customers in Europe, Middle East, and Asia.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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