Our Story – Fresh with a Purpose
Three Founders, One Vision
The Stadwell story begins under the heat of the Mexican sun.
- Thomas walked the fields where habanero chillies glowed red in neat rows, meeting the farmers whose skill had been passed down for generations. In nearby mango orchards he encountered the Ataulfo mango, the “champagne of mangoes” prized for its sweetness and golden flesh. These experiences showed him what direct, quality-driven sourcing could achieve: consistency, scale, and excellence that premium buyers demand.
- Michael brought the agricultural heart to this vision. With lifelong ties to farming communities in East Africa, he had seen world-class produce struggle to reach the most rewarding markets. His perspective ensured that Stadwell would not only deliver for buyers but also create real value for the growers themselves.
- Pasan added the strategic lens. With global expertise in exports and supply chains, he knew that today’s buyers need more than produce. They need assurance, compliance, and trust. His input shaped Stadwell into a brand capable of standing confidently alongside established leaders in the industry.
Together, three paths became one purpose. Reliable partnerships for buyers. Fair value for growers.
What We Stand For
Fresh with a Purpose
Every shipment is more than produce; it carries fairness, responsibility, and quality.
Trusted supply
Certified, audit-ready services that give buyers confidence.
Large enough to deliver small enough to care
Multi-origin sourcing with strong relationships at farm level.
Partnership
We succeed when our buyers and growers succeed together.
Impact with purpose
A share of sales from every program goes back into grower communities. Projects focus on training water stewardship packhouse safety and better yields. We keep it transparent. Each origin receives a short annual report with photos and one clear outcome metric. Example. More workers trained. Higher yield. Safer packing lines.
Our Future
Stadwell has grown from a vision sparked in chilli fields to a trusted partner in the fresh produce industry. Our mission is to keep building a brand recognised for premium quality, reliable supply, and purpose-led trade.