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Global Agriproducts Operations

Connecting Farmers & Brands Across the World

At Universal, we serve as the vital link between farmers and consumer product manufacturers around the world. Universal Corporation is more than a supplier—we’re a strategic partner committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation. Guided by our mission to deliver innovative agriproduct solutions and connect global communities to cultivate sustainable growth, we leverage more than a century of expertise to deliver customized, sustainable, and traceable agriproducts.

Leaf Tobacco
Farmers were growing tobacco in a converted tobacco growing in the country, Thailand Vietnam.

Universal Leaf Tobacco is the leading supplier of leaf tobacco and brings over 100 years of experience in sourcing, processing, and delivering tobacco crops tailored to our customers’ exact style, volume, and quality specifications. Our deep industry knowledge and global reach ensure consistency, traceability, and performance across every blend.

Ingredients
Spraying apple orchard to protect against disease and insects. Apple fruit tree spraying with a tractor and agricultural machinery.

Universal Ingredients supplies a broad range of high-quality, plant-based specialty ingredients for both human and pet consumption. Our customizable solutions – ranging from dehydrated vegetables, fruit juices and concentrates, to botanical extracts and flavorings – are designed to meet evolving consumer demand for innovation, nutrition, and sustainability.

Global Footprint

With operations in over 30 countries across five continents, Universal Corporation maintains a robust network of growers and supply chain partners. We work with farmers to connect them to manufacturers by purchasing, transporting, and transforming crops into products for consumers around the globe, with a focus on responsible sourcing and traceability.

Earth Globe Emerging from Rich Green Crop Field Under Bright Sky Representing Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Conservation

Farmer and Agriculture Support

Supporting farmers is crucial to Universal Corporation because it ensures the sustainability and quality of our agriproducts. By providing hands-on training, promoting responsible practices, and leveraging innovative technology, Universal helps farmers improve their crop yields and quality. This not only strengthens the supply chain to ensure a stable supply of high-quality agriproducts for our customers but also fosters innovation and enhances the quality of life for farmers, employees, and communities worldwide.

A male agronomist farmer in a tobacco field wearing woven hat and smiling.
Good Agricultural Practices
Happy successful hispanic farmer showing freshly picked green young leaves of corn salad during harvest on farm field on sunny day.
Corporate Sustainability
Smiling attractive African female farmer in a field of tobacco.
Agricultural Labor Practices