Food Plant
Manufacturing Facility
“A manufacturer of jam , Highland Gaba Foods is situated in Minawar, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. There, they run a specialised plant called Highland Gaba Foods (Pvt) Ltd, which specialises in processing mulberries, cherries, apricots, almonds, fig, and other mix fruits to make jams.”
Facility Address:
Minawar,
Gilgit-Baltistan.
Workforce:
Has between 100 and 200 employees.
Core Products:
Fresh fruit jams (e.g., cherry, apricot, apple, mulberry, fig, mix fruits).
R&D and QA
Our goal at Highland Gaba Foods is to offer safe, natural, and consistently high-quality food products from the Gilgit-Baltistan valleys to tables throughout Pakistan and beyond. Our Quality Assurance (QA) and Research & Development (R&D) teams work at the core of this objective.
Our Approach to Quality Assurance: From Farm to Fork
We think that quality is ingrained in every stage of our process, not merely tested. Because of this, our QA systems are proactive and preventive, making sure that safety and quality are given top priority before to, during, and after production. In close collaboration with regional farmers and suppliers, our staff provides training and establishes precise guidelines for choosing raw materials. Through thorough inspections at every stage, from harvesting and processing to packaging and shipping, we guarantee that all quality standards are upheld.
R&D division
Improved flavour and texture, longer product shelf life, and the creation of innovative formulas that showcase local ingredients like mulberry, cherry, and apricot are all made possible by our R&D division. We keep investigating:
- Techniques for natural preservation
- Trends in Functional Foods
- Nutritional improvements
- Sustainable packaging options
FRUIT FACTS
APPLE
Numerous scientific studies have shown the well-established health benefits of apples (Malus domestica). Apples, which are high in polyphenols, quercetin, chlorogenic acid, and pectin, have potent antioxidant properties that help scavenge free radicals and lower inflammation, help for muscular growth and brain health. Apples’ antidiabetic potential has been demonstrated in clinical and animal research due to their bioactive components, which enhance insulin sensitivity, decrease the absorption of glucose, and control postprandial blood sugar levels. Additionally, apples have hepatoprotective properties that help lower liver enzymes, prevent oxidative liver damage, and limit fat formation. Their high fibre content helps maintain gut health and cholesterol balance, and their potassium, vitamins C and K, and phytochemicals enhance immune system function and general well-being. Frequent apple eating is linked to a lower chance of developing chronic conditions such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and cardiovascular illnesses. As a functional food, apples are perfect for nutraceutical and preventive health applications and make a significant contribution to overall well-being.
APRICOT
Nutrient-dense apricots (Prunus armeniaca) are renowned for their exceptional therapeutic qualities. Research indicates that apricot extracts have strong antidiabetic properties, enhancing insulin sensitivity and lowering oxidative stress in pancreatic cells to help control blood sugar levels. Packed with polyphenols, Apricots are rich in flavonoids and carotenoids (such as beta-carotene), which have potent antioxidant properties that shield cells from harm caused by free radicals. Research suggests that these substances have hepatoprotective potential in lowering liver enzyme levels and averting fatty liver alterations, which further supports liver health. Apricots also include fibre, potassium, and vitamin C, all of which support heart health, digestive health, and general wellbeing. Regular ingestion may promote metabolic balance, skin vibrancy, and immune defence. Apricots are useful in nutraceutical and preventive health applications because they are a functional food that greatly enhances overall wellness.
MULBERRY
The nutrient-dense mulberries (Morus alba, Morus nigra) have important therapeutic uses. Mulberries, which are high in anthocyanins, flavonoids, resveratrol, and vitamin C, have potent antioxidant qualities that efficiently scavenge free radicals and lessen oxidative stress within cells. Their antidiabetic properties, such as their capacity to block α-glucosidase, improve insulin sensitivity, and control blood glucose levels, are demonstrated by evidence from human and animal investigations.By lowering liver enzymes, preventing hepatic fat buildup, and shielding liver cells from oxidative damage, mulberry extracts have demonstrated hepatoprotective effects. Mulberries also promote immunological response, metabolic balance, and cardiovascular health. Additionally, their natural components support overall wellness, anti-aging benefits, and healthy skin. Mulberries are a useful component of nutraceutical and wellness-focused dietary applications because they are a functional food that provides protection against chronic diseases like diabetes, fatty liver disease, and inflammation.
CHERRY
Nutrient-dense fruits with strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities are cherries (Prunus avium and Prunus cerasus). Their abundance of anthocyanins, flavonoids, vitamin C, and melatonin helps counteract oxidative stress and shield cells from harm caused by free radicals. Research indicates that cherry extracts have antidiabetic properties through enhancing insulin sensitivity, reducing blood sugar, and blocking enzymes that break down carbohydrates, such as α-amylase.By lowering oxidative damage, lipid buildup, and liver inflammation, cherries also have hepatoprotective effects, particularly in models of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Their high bioactive chemical content also promotes muscular recovery, sleep control, and cardiovascular health. Consuming cherries on a regular basis has been linked to better metabolic balance, decreased inflammatory indicators, and increased general wellbeing. Cherries have great potential as a preventive food, which makes them useful in wellness products, nutraceuticals, and therapeutic diets.
FIG
Nutrient-dense figs (Ficus carica) have long been prized for their medicinal properties. They provide a variety of health advantages since they are a great source of dietary fibre, phenolic acids, flavonoids, and natural sugars. The antidiabetic qualities of figs, such as enhanced insulin sensitivity, decreased postprandial blood glucose, and modification of glucose metabolism enzymes, have been shown in scientific investigations.
Their abundant antioxidants, particularly quercetin and chlorogenic acid, aid in the fight against oxidative stress and shield cells from harm caused by free radicals. By reducing liver enzymes, improving detoxification pathways, and shielding liver tissue from oxidative and metabolic stress, figs also have hepatoprotective benefits. Figs also promote cardiovascular health, immunological resilience, and digestive wellness. Their prebiotic and anti-inflammatory qualities support general health and wellbeing. Figs have potential as a functional food for managing and preventing chronic conditions like metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and fatty liver.
MIXED FRUITS
A diet rich in nutrient-dense fruits, such as apples, apricots, cherries, mulberries, and figs, provides a synergistic combination of bioactive substances that support health and fend off illness. Together, these fruits’ high levels of dietary fibre, polyphenols, flavonoids, anthocyanins, vitamins A, C, and E, and vital minerals show potent antioxidant properties. According to studies, eating a variety of fruits on a daily basis improves insulin sensitivity, inhibits the enzymes that break down carbohydrates, and helps control blood sugar levels—all of which contribute to the successful treatment of diabetes. In addition, their phytochemicals have hepatoprotective properties, which lower liver enzyme levels, stop fat buildup, and protect hepatocytes from oxidative injury. Furthermore, the prebiotic and anti-inflammatory properties of mixed fruits promote cardiovascular health, immunological resistance, and gut health. This combination lowers the risk of weariness, chronic inflammation, and metabolic syndrome, which greatly improves overall wellbeing. Mixed fruits, as a functional dietary approach, are a potent instrument for holistic well-being and preventative nutrition.
MARKET AND DISTRIBUTION
Road logistics deliver goods to Pakistan's largest cities.
Takes part in national exhibitions such as Karachi Expo and Food AG.
Intends to use the CPEC route access to grow into the GCC and Central Asian markets.