About us
At Equira, we are Ecuador’s superfood cluster, a network of over 35 companies working together to bring the best of our biodiversity to the world. We bring together ancestral and modern products—such as quinoa, lupin, cacao, amaranth, guayusa, chia, macambo, Ecuadorian fruits, and more—to position their nutritional and functional benefits in national and international markets.
What do we do?
We drive the growth and competitiveness of our members through four key areas:
National sales
We are boosting the presence of Ecuadorian superfoods in the local market.
Internationalization
We open doors to new markets and create global opportunities. We position Ecuador as a producer of high-quality superfoods.
Strengthening
We strengthen the self-governance of the Superfoods Cluster in the long term, seeking to generate value for all members.
Competitive improvement
We boost the competitiveness of Ecuadorian superfood companies
Furthermore, we participate together in trade fairs, events and trade missions , creating impact and visibility for the entire value chain.
Our Purpose
To make Ecuador a world leader in superfoods , connecting tradition, science and innovation to transform people's nutrition and health.
Our Members
Snacks
Crick
Nachos made with cricket: 20% protein, gluten- and whey-free.
Comlasa
Fried chips of potato, plantain or cassava
Expocorza
Potato, cassava, plantain, and sweet potato snacks
Kiwa
Vegan, gluten-free chips made from native Andean potatoes and tubers.
Allyma Alimentos
Baked broad-bean snacks, refined sugar-free, high in plant protein.
Awki
75% cacao chocolate bars
Mashpi Chocolate
65% fine-aroma cacao chocolate bar with fruit
Hoja Verde
Fine-aroma cacao chocolate bars 72% with unique flavor twists.
Saywa
Nutraceutical product based on amaranth for breastfeeding mothers
Grandes Foods
Dehydrated chocho with 62% chocolate coating
Rústika Regenerativa
Chocolate with tangerine, strawberry, and pineapple
El Maqueñito
Green plantain chips with salt
Paco Banana
Dried fruits such as pineapple, mango, and banana
Muze
Functional chocolates for relaxation, calmness, and sleep
Drinks
Lupwi
Andean chocho‐based plant drink
5 AM
Energy drink Without artificial caffeine
Hi Breathe
Carbonated cocoa juice drink flavored with lemon verbena.
Functional
Falusán
Dehydrated and powdered products made from turmeric and ginger.
Cusi
Gluten-free premixes for pancakes, cakes and nutritious baking.
The Good Lab
Cassava premix
Carrera Burbano Agroalimentaria
Flours, pulps and agroindustrial derivatives
La Divina papaya
Blends, teas, edible flowers
Inti amaranto
Opped amaranth, bars and krunchy snacks
Kandú
Protein bars and bites
Biofafrik
Powders and innovative ingredients
Churata
Powders and superfood blends from Andean ingredients
Zafrú
Freeze-dried miracle fruit that alters flavors
Quiyú
Granolas with superfoods and Ecuadorian fruits
Canopy Bridge
Jaguar cacao ingredients and Amazon food prototypes
Beer Bites
Granola made with barley reused from beer
Nunalabs
Natural botanical extracts, made from unique native plants
Muze
Functional chocolates for relaxation, calmness, and sleep
Pantry
Maquita Cushunchic
Fair-trade foods such as panela and chocho
Agrilisto
Frozen/processed products
Dicorne
Sauces, eggs, and chocho
Others
La Qabra tira al monte
Artisanal fruit jams with exotic fruits, additive-free.
Rústika Regenerativa
Sweeteners and seasonings
Saywa
Baby food, mineral salts, and butter
Cluster Brands in Ecuador
Find all the products you want from the Cluster in Ecuador
Featured News
Equira at Ecuador Agroalimentario 2025
During the event, we connected with national and international buyers, as well as strategic partners interested in the potential of Ecuadorian superfoods.
Our presence reaffirms our commitment to innovation, quality, and the promotion of value-added foods with high nutritional content.
Benefits of Superfoods: Nutrition and Sustainability
Ecuadorian superfoods stand out for their high nutritional density, protein content, natural antioxidants, and essential vitamins and minerals. They also represent a major opportunity for the food industry due to their growing international demand and sustainable origin.
Our goal is to position Ecuadorian superfoods as key players in the global food industry.
Superfood Christmas Hampers
This Christmas, Equira is elevating the value of Ecuadorian superfoods with the launch of our Superfood Christmas Hampers, which combine flavor, wellness, and responsible origin. They are designed for companies and consumers seeking authentic, healthy, and purpose-driven gifts.
This Christmas, give the gift of wellness and flavor.
Global Growth of Functional Foods
According to Business Research Insights, this market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.83% between 2025 and 2034, reaching USD 552 billion by 2034. This growth is driven by increasing demand for foods enriched with bioactive compounds, probiotics, and functional nutrients.
Join the Cluster
If you are a producer, entrepreneur, food company or potential strategic partner and want to be part of this movement that promotes Ecuadorian superfoods, Equira is your space.