Frequently Asked Questions

We offer a complete range of export-grade gherkin products: whole gherkins, sliced gherkins, diced gherkins, gherkin relish, bulk packs in food-grade drums, and custom solutions with bespoke sizing, seasoning, and packing formats tailored to your specifications.

We supply all standard international grades: baby/cornichon extra-fine (1–4 cm, 300+ count/kg), cornichon/fine (3–6 cm, 160–300 count/kg), medium/standard (6–9 cm, 60–120 count/kg), large (9–12 cm, 30–60 count/kg), and extra large/industrial (12+ cm, 5–30 count/kg). Custom grading is also available.

Read more: Gherkin Grades & Sizes — A Buyer's Guide

We offer gherkins preserved in three media: acetic acid (ideal for bulk industrial supply in HDPE drums), natural vinegar (for retail-ready products with traditional tangy flavour), and brine/salt solution (mild flavour profile, ideal for custom seasoning and private label formulations).

Read more: Brine vs Vinegar vs Acetic Acid — Choosing the Right Preservation

We offer multiple packing formats: food-grade HDPE drums (220L) for bulk supply, food-grade pails (10–15 kg) for food service, glass jars and cans for retail, and custom packaging to your specifications. All packaging meets international food-grade standards.

Yes. Our custom solutions service covers bespoke sizing, seasoning blends, preservation methods, and packing formats. Whether you need a specific cut for your burger line, a proprietary relish recipe for private label, or unique packaging specifications, we work with you to deliver exactly what your product requires.

Our products are processed to meet international food safety and export quality standards. All batches undergo laboratory testing for safety, acidity, and microbiological compliance. We maintain full traceability from farm to final product and use only clean-label, natural ingredients with no artificial additives.

Learn more: Our Quality Process

Yes. All AthiTerra gherkin products are made with natural ingredients only — no artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives. Our clean-label approach aligns with growing consumer demand for transparency and natural food ingredients.

Yes. We maintain end-to-end traceability from farm to final product. Every batch can be traced back to its source farms, processing dates, and quality test results. This is essential for meeting the food safety and compliance requirements of importers in the EU, USA, and other regulated markets.

Minimum order quantities vary by product format and packing type. For bulk supply in HDPE drums, a standard minimum is one 20-foot container (approximately 80 drums / 20 metric tonnes). For smaller or trial orders, please contact us to discuss options tailored to your needs.

AthiTerra exports to global markets including the USA, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Japan, Belgium, and other countries across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

You can request samples by contacting us through our website contact form, emailing [email protected], or calling our US office at +1 479 412 0868. Please include your product requirements (size, preservation, format) and we will arrange samples for your evaluation.

AthiTerra has offices in Bentonville, Arkansas (USA) and Tamil Nadu (India). Our dual presence allows us to serve North American and global clients with local responsiveness and direct access to India's premium gherkin growing and processing regions.