Mr. Nguyen Duc Thuan
As a pioneering organic aloe vera producer, GC Food was among the first to apply industrial-scale processing to aloe vera. With a strong focus on sustainability, the company has invested in modern facilities, raw material zones, and advanced technology, earning prestigious certifications that confirm consistent quality and reliability.
1. GC Food - An organic aloe vera producer
GC Food was founded in 2011 under its full legal name, G.C Food Joint Stock Company.
In 2015, GC Food established VietFarm Food Joint Stock Company (VietFarm).
In 2016, GC Food established Vinacoco Food Joint Stock Company (VINACOCO).
In 2017, GC Food established Sun & Wind Joint Stock Company.
In 2022, GC Food was officially listed on the UPCOM market.
2. GC Food’s organic aloe vera raw material regions
With a long-term commitment to sustainable development and a vision of becoming a green enterprise, GC Food, as an organic aloe vera producer, has invested in aloe vera cultivation areas in Ninh Thuan (now part of Khanh Hoa) and across Vietnam’s South Central region. These raw material regions cover more than 200 hectares and meet VietGAP, GlobalGAP, and USDA Organic standards.
Using modern farming practices and organic fertilizers, GC Food’s aloe vera farms are carefully cultivated and managed to achieve outstanding yields of up to 550 tons per hectare per year. Looking ahead, GC Food plans to expand its aloe vera growing area to 500 hectares in the former Ninh Thuan province and the South Central region.
Thanks to advances in In Vitro propagation technology, GC Food, as an organic aloe vera producer, is able to produce 3 million high-quality aloe vera seedlings each year, ensuring a stable supply to meet cultivation and processing demands. In addition, GC Food’s factories are self-sufficient in raw materials, with the capacity to process up to 150 tons of fresh aloe vera per day, enabling the company to respond effectively to strong market demand. This high level of productivity also enhances GC Food’s ability to expand business cooperation opportunities, both domestically and internationally.
3. Aloe vera production process at GC Food
As an organic aloe vera producer, the aloe vera production process at GC Food is fully integrated, closely monitored, and designed to ensure safety at every stage, from raw material handling to final processing.
3.1 Tissue culture
Young aloe vera plants are cultivated at the tissue culture center under strict control to ensure uniform quality and disease-free varieties throughout the propagation process. The center operates year-round and produces up to 3 million seedlings per year, meeting GC Food’s continuous demand for planting materials.
3.2 Nursery
Once qualified, aloe vera seedlings are obtained, and GC Food transfers them to the nursery for further cultivation over a period of approximately 2 - 3 months. After this stage, the aloe vera plants develop strong roots and healthy green leaves, meeting the necessary conditions for continued growth and development.
3.3 Raw material regions
After the nursery stage, aloe vera plants are grown in GC Food’s raw material regions under the close supervision of agricultural experts. GC Food minimizes the use of chemical fertilizers and instead applies organic fertilizers to nourish the aloe vera plants. This approach allows the aloe vera to grow healthily while ensuring no pesticide residues remain.
3.4 Production and processing
After harvesting, aloe vera is transported to GC Food’s factories for production and processing. Here, the aloe vera goes through multiple stages to create finished aloe vera products. GC Food also applies a closed processing system combined with automation, ensuring that the aloe vera is processed under sterile conditions and remains safe for consumers’ health.
GC Food utilizes Pasteurization, Aseptic, and UHT sterilization technologies to maintain a completely sterile environment, eliminating the need for preservatives. As a result, customers can confidently use GC Food’s aloe vera products without concerns about quality or safety.
3.5 Storage and distribution
GC Food’s aloe vera products are stored under appropriate conditions before being transported and distributed to distributors and agents across provinces and cities for market supply.
4. Certifications and achievements of GC Food
4.1 Achievements
Since its establishment, GC Food, as an organic aloe vera producer, has earned numerous achievements and recognitions both domestically and internationally.
In 2014, GC Food was honored with the “National Typical Rural Industrial Product” title.
In 2015, GC Food received the Famous Agricultural Products Award from the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
In 2018, GC Food was recognized in the Top 200 Vietnam Golden Star Awards (Sao Vang Dat Viet).
In 2019, GC Food continued to strengthen its position by receiving the Red Star Award for Outstanding Young Vietnamese Entrepreneur.
In 2020, GC Food was honored with the National Quality Gold Award.
In 2021, GC Food was once again listed in the Top 200 Vietnam Golden Star Awards, reaffirming the quality and reputation of its products.
In 2022, Mr. Nguyen Van Thu, Chairman of the Board of Directors of GC Food, continued to receive the Red Star Award for Outstanding Young Vietnamese Entrepreneur.
In 2023, GC Food’s Pura Nata de Coco product was recognized as a National Typical Rural Industrial Product by the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
In 2024, GC Food was recognized as a Vietnam National Brand, marking a breakthrough milestone in its development journey. In the same year, GC Food was named in the Top 200 Vietnam Golden Star Awards for the third time, reinforcing its strong and consistent performance after many years of operation.
In 2025, Mr. Nguyen Van Thu was honored as one of the Top 30 Outstanding Young Vietnamese Entrepreneurs.
Overall, since its establishment, this organic aloe vera producer has earned numerous prestigious awards that serve as strong endorsements of its capabilities and ability to deliver high-quality products. These recognitions have also strengthened customer trust in GC Food, helping to reinforce the company’s position in the market.
4.2 Certifications
Throughout its development, GC Food has obtained numerous important certifications, including USDA Organic, HALAL, FDA, KOSHER, GACC, and FSSC 22000. These certifications serve as strong proof of the superior quality of GC Food’s aloe vera products, giving customers confidence in their choice.
As an organic aloe vera producer, GC Food offers aloe vera products in a wide range of flavors and formats to meet diverse customer needs. These products are suitable for both daily use and commercial applications, making them easy to incorporate for individual consumers as well as business partners.
Explore GC Food’s aloe vera products and learn more about the company by visiting the About Us section.
This article is produced by the GC Food Team - Experts in natural ingredients.