Nepra enters N.A. distribution deal for Manuka honey

Mr. William Hogan reports NEPRA FOODS INC. ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE NORTH AMERICAN DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT FOR AWARD-WINNING NAKI MANUKA HONEY Nepra Foods Inc. has signed an exclusive agreement between Nepra Foods Ltd. and Naki New Zealand, a premier family-owned producer of Unique Manuka Factor-certified Manuka honey. This strategic partnership positions Nepra as the sole North American distributor and sales team for Naki's Manuka honey products starting in fourth quarter 2025. Further contract details remain confidential. Market Research Future's report "The North American Manuka Honey Market Overview" notes the market is valued at $207-million (U.S.) in 2025, is projected to reach $393-million (U.S.) by 2035 -- delivering a $186-million (U.S.) addressable opportunity at a 6-per-cent growth rate. Consumers increasingly embrace the honey's unique anti-microbial qualities, digestive health and immune support amid growing demand for premium functional foods that align with Nepra's mission to nourish people and the planet. This partnership is consistent with Nepra's planned entry into resilient, consumer-facing verticals to diversify into direct-from-source supply chains. Reducing volatility while scaling across all North American markets and focusing on this leading U.S. market, valued at approximately $207-million (U.S.) in 2025, Nepra has exclusive distribution strength that positions it to capitalize on growing demand for premium natural products. Naki's vertical integration as the owner-operator of groves in the Taranaki region ensures end-to-end control-from wild pollination to jar -- delivering lab-verified traceability. This quality and potency of Manuka honey typically command higher pricing premiums over conventional honey due to the limited supply from remote locations, purity testing and short bloom season. E-commerce platforms open new doors for Nepra to educate and drive growth through marketing and social media campaigns about the benefits of Manuka honey. "Pairing Naki's award-proven source strength with Nepra's resources can lead to quality returns," said William Hogan, chief executive officer of Nepra Foods. Naki New Zealand is a globally renowned supplier. It is Taranaki-rooted Unique Manuka Factor-certified Manuka honey that is hive-traceable and mirrors Nepra's sustainability ethos for a greener tomorrow. Naki has been awarded gold at the 2023 Paris honey awards for UMF 20-plus Manuka honey, gold at the 2021 London honey awards for UMF 20-plus and UMF 15-plus Manuka honey, and silver at the 2021 London international honey awards for UMF 12-plus Manuka honey. About Nepra Foods Inc. Nepra Foods is a specialty food company focused on innovative and proprietary allergen and gluten-free food ingredient technologies. The company supports food manufacturers globally with formulations, ingredients and technical support to produce the next generation of healthy, nutritious foods. We seek Safe Harbor.