Born in the fields of fields of Palakkad.
Not built in a boardroom. Not founded on a pitch deck. Arema grew from the paddy fields along the Bharathapuzha — where families have farmed the same Matta rice for generations. We exist to take that grain — unchanged, genuine, GI-certified — to the world.
Palakkad's finest, proven to the world.
Arema Foods International is a Palakkad-based exporter built to take GI-tagged Palakkadan Matta to the world. Every grain is sourced from Palakkadan farms, aged traditionally, and processed under international hygiene standards to preserve the authentic taste of Palakkad.
Each pack carries traceability back to the farm and the Government GI seal that legally guarantees it's the real Palakkadan Matta — not an imitation. From Malayali homes in Kerala to global retail shelves, Arema serves those who won't compromise on trust. Our export-compliant packaging, transparent sourcing, and farm-to-table proof have made us the preferred choice for distributors who need to answer one question: "Is this real Palakkadan?" We don't just say it. We prove it. In every pack.
From the fields of Palakkad,
Nibeesh J B grew up understanding rice — not as a commodity, but as a way of life rooted in the fertile soil of Palakkad. Having spent years observing international trade, he saw a gap that no one was filling honestly: the world wanted authentic Palakkadan Matta, but what it was getting was often imitation.
In 2025, he founded Arema Foods International with a single conviction — if we send it, it is real. No shortcuts. No substitutions. Every shipment is traceable to its source farm, certified by the Government of India's GI seal, and processed to international food safety standards.
Today, Arema supplies to distributors and families across the UAE, UK, Europe, and North America — not because of marketing, but because the grain speaks for itself.
We do not just export rice. We export the story of a land, a people, and a standard of care that has no shortcuts.
Palakkad paddy — Bharathapuzha basin
Palakkadan Matta — the grain itself
Generational farming knowledgeVision & Mission
What we believe and why we exist
A trusted global exporter of authentic Kerala food.
To become a trusted global exporter of authentic Kerala food products — bridging local agricultural excellence with international markets through an unwavering commitment to quality, integrity, and lasting partnerships.
Palakkadan Matta — as your grandmother cooked it.
To bring the authentic taste of Palakkadan Matta rice — grown along the fertile banks of the Bharathapuzha — to dinner tables around the world. We honour the rich culinary heritage of Palakkad through time-tested traditional aging methods, while upholding the highest standards of modern hygiene and food safety.
Zero compromise on taste. Unwavering quality. Trust in every grain.
Every grain we export carries proof of origin, pride of place, and a legacy you can taste.
Our Promise — Arema Foods InternationalSix things we will never compromise on.
Authentic Origin, No Exceptions
Every grain is sourced exclusively from farms along the fertile banks of the Bharathapuzha river in Palakkad — the only region in India that produces genuine Palakkadan Matta. We do not source from outside. We never have.
Traditional Aging, Not Shortcuts
We honour time-tested aging methods that preserve the authentic taste your grandmother cooked with. Patience is not a delay in our supply chain — it is the process. The method has not changed, because it does not need to.
The GI Seal Is a Legal Promise
The Government of India's Geographical Indication seal on every Arema pack is not a marketing label. It is a legal guarantee — backed by the state — that what's inside is real Palakkadan Matta. Nothing more, nothing less.
Full Traceability, From Farm to Pack
Every shipment carries documentation traceable back to its source farm. When a distributor or buyer asks us for proof, we provide it — not a brochure, not a story. Actual documentation of actual origin.
Export Standards. Zero Compromise.
Modern hygiene, FSSAI compliance, and export-grade processing ensure every shipment meets the strictest international food safety benchmarks. The grain is traditional. The handling is world-class. Both are non-negotiable.
We Serve Those Who Will Not Settle
Our customers are Malayali families abroad who know what real Matta tastes like. Distributors who have been burned by imitations. Buyers who need certainty. We are the answer to one question: "Is this real Palakkadan?" Yes. Always.
Government of India Geographical Indication seal on every pack.
Full farm-to-pack documentation on every shipment.
Zero shortcuts on taste, origin, or food safety.
The only currency we trade in.
From Palakkadto the world.
We do not just export rice; we export a guarantee. Our shipments clear the strictest customs in the world because our documentation is as flawless as our grain. Active export routes, fully certified.
Entire GCC
Serving hypermarkets and premium distributors across all Gulf countries.
United Kingdom & Europe
Compliant with strict EU/UK food safety and import standards.
North America
Reaching the diaspora in major cities across the US and Canada.
Australia & Africa
Expanding our reach to key southern hemisphere and continental markets.
“We do not just export rice. We export the story of a land, a people, and a standard of care that has no shortcuts.”