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The LAMA Difference
Ethically sourced, carefully curated, and designed for the modern marketplace.
Quality
Experience the standard of premium with our selection of four distinct date varieties. Carefully curated for rich sweetness, ideal moisture, and flawless texture, all five varieties are available whole or pitted. No matter which of the five you select for your retail or manufacturing needs, our entire range guarantees consistent, top-tier quality.
Resilient Supply Chain
Global shipping disruptions shouldn't dictate your business operations. UK-held stock protects you from shipping delays by the ongoing situations in the Middle East and the Red Sea.
Thanks to our UK depot in Leicester, the stock you need is already here.
Commercial Agility
Partnering with a proudly British company means your supply chain is immune to global shipping disruptions and international sanctions. We always hold a massive inventory of dates across ambient, chilled, and frozen conditions to guarantee uninterrupted supply across the UK. Beyond this unparalleled physical reliability, your cash flow is protected. We offer exceptionally low MOQs, require zero upfront payments to get started, and provide highly attractive credit terms tailored to your needs. Secure your stock with a local partner built for reliability and flexibility.
Our Official Certifications
The UK’s Only Date Supplier with Sedex, SMETA & GAP Certified Farms and a BRCGS-Certified UK Packhouse.
Sedex Members
Lama date farms, as well as our packhouses in Saudi Arabia and the UK, maintain full Sedex membership.
Smeta Audited
Rigorous ethical trade auditing guarantees high standards of labor, health, safety, and environmental performance.
GAP Certification (Coming October)
Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certification ensures safe, sustainable, and high-quality farming directly at our Medina farms.
BCRGS Certified
Our UK-based packhouse operates to the highest industry standards and is fully BRCGS certified. This means every order we process guarantees uncompromising food safety, rigorous hygiene, and complete traceability. When you partner with us, you receive a premium product packed to the exact regulatory standards demanded by the UK's top retailers.
Our Range of Dates
Discover the unique flavor profiles and culinary applications of our Saudi sourced dates.
Exceptional Size & Texture
Renowned globally for their impressively large, plump appearance and thick, meaty texture that yields to a naturally syrupy, soft center.
Honey Flavor
Delivers a deep, decadent sweetness akin to syrup, making it the ultimate choice for retail.
Medjool (Various Grades)
Medjool is instantly recognisable by its large, plump appearance and beautifully wrinkled, soft skin. It boasts a thick, meaty texture that yields to a naturally syrupy, soft center, giving it a taste profile often compared to a syrup flavour.
Available in:
- Pitted or Unpitted
- Grade 1-3
Melt-in-the-Mouth Texture
Features a distinctive light golden-blonde color with a slightly crystallised, crisp outer skin that gives way to a soft, creamy core.
Intense, Candy-Like Sweetness
True to its name (meaning "sugary"), it offers a bright, pure sweetness without heavy molasses notes, making it the traditional favorite to pair with coffee.
Sukkari (Various Grades)
Known as the "King of Dates," the Sukkari is famous for its intense, caramel-like flavour and melt-in-the-mouth texture.
Originating primarily from the Al-Qassim region of Saudi Arabia, its name directly translates to "sugary" or "sweet" in Arabic. It is instantly recognisable by its light golden-blonde color and a unique texture often featuring a slightly crystallised, crisp outer skin that gives way to a soft, creamy center.
Available in:
- Pitted or Unpitted
- Grade 1-3
- Dried & Semi Dried
Exclusive Heritage & Appearance
Cultivated exclusively in Medina, this distinctively small, round date is instantly recognisable by its dark, almost black, beautifully wrinkled skin.
Sophisticated Flavor Profile
Offers a dense, chewy texture akin to a premium prune, boasting a moderately sweet, complex taste with a dark hue encapsulating a flavour profile reminiscent of molasses.
Ajwa (Various Grades)
Revered globally as the "Holy Date," the Ajwa is famous for its dark, almost black color and deeply complex, refined flavour.
Exclusively cultivated in the holy city of Medina in Saudi Arabia, the Ajwa is distinctively small and round. It is instantly recognisable by its beautifully wrinkled, very dark brown to black skin, which often features fine, delicate white lines.
Available in:
- Pitted or Unpitted
- Grade 1-3
Refined, Mild Sweetness
Delivers a satisfying dual texture—crisp at the top and chewy in the center—with a delicate, warm brown sugar flavour that provides a balanced, less overpowering sweetness.
Striking Dual Appearance
Visually unique and elegant, featuring a dry, golden-blonde ring at the stem that smoothly transitions into a soft, light brown body.
Saqei (Various Grades)
Celebrated for its unique two-toned appearance, the Saqei date is famous for its delightful dual texture and mild, refined sweetness.
Originating primarily from Saudi Arabia, the Saqei (often spelled Sagae) is instantly recognisable by its striking color gradient. The top of the date near the stem features a dry, golden-blonde ring, while the rest of the body transitions into a soft, light brown.
Available in:
- Pitted or Unpitted
- Grade 1-3
Private Label & Retail Partnerships.
We are your trusted supplier, ensuring every snack meets the highest standards for quality and integrity. Join us in delivering whole, natural foods to consumers.
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Looking to stock LAMA products or discuss private label opportunities? Get in touch with our wholesale team today.
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