OUR STORY
1960
The Foundations
The grandfather of the family begins cultivating the very first crops in Mavrovatos, teaching us respect for nature and the rewarding toil of the land.
1990
The Continuation
The baton passes to the father, who expands the cultivation and keeps the family’s deep connection with the countryside of Drama alive.
2012
The Almond Grove
Father and son plant their first almond trees together, laying the foundation for the family’s specialization in almond production.
2021
Agroanelixi & Knowledge
Our participation in the “Agroanelixi” program, organized by the “New Agriculture New Generation” organization, marks a major milestone. It equipped us with the necessary expertise and tools to turn our vision into reality.
2021
Processing & Packaging
Our cottage industry is established under the brand name “Kotanidis Family,” along with our dedicated raw material processing facility. From this point on, our production is marketed under our own name, reaching the consumer directly.
KOTANIDIS FAMILY
The story of the Kotanidis family has been inextricably linked to the land of Mavrovatos, Drama, since 1960. It was then that the grandfather of the family laid the foundations, painstakingly cultivating the first crops and passing down the most valuable knowledge to the next generations: respect for the soil and the ability to listen to the needs of nature. This deep heritage was passed on to the father in 1990, who continued the tradition by evolving the crops and keeping the family’s bond with the fertile land of Drama alive, preparing the ground for something new and creative.
Our journey took its current form in 2012, a milestone year when father and son, working side-by-side, planted their first almond trees. This joint effort of two generations was not just a farming task, but a conscious decision to invest in a fruit we deeply believe in. Today, these almond trees form the heart of our production, representing the continuity and evolution of our vision through time.
In 2021, the younger generation took the next big step, completing the production cycle with the creation of a modern processing unit. Today, we tend to more than 1,300 trees across 33 acres, personally overseeing every stage—from soil care to the moment you choose one of our products. The experience of three generations is now sealed inside every jar and package, offering you the purity that started in 1960, infused with the freshness, knowledge, and passion of today.
INNOVATION – GOALS – FUTURE PROSPECTS
Authentic Innovation: For us, innovation does not mean artificial additives; it means using modern methods to preserve natural flavor. We invest in natural techniques and produce in small, frequent batches so that our products retain maximum freshness and nutritional value.
Strategic Growth: Our strategic goal is to continuously expand our product range with new, healthy combinations.
Agritourism Vision: We aim to develop our estate into a model agritourism destination. We envision a space where visitors can tour the almond grove, learn about the production process, and reconnect with nature and the source of their food.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Our philosophy can be summarized in three words: Purity, Transparency, Respect. We firmly believe in a “Clean Label,” which is why you will never find added sugar, palm oil, or preservatives in our products. We respect our consumers by offering products with a clear designation of origin and absolute traceability. For the Kotanidis family, each product is not just a commercial item; it is a promise of quality that begins at the root of the tree and honors the history of three generations.