The history of GAR S.A.S. reflects nearly a century of dedication to beekeeping, natural products and industrial innovation. What began as a family beekeeping operation evolved into one of South America's most recognized propolis extraction companies serving international manufacturers worldwide.
Built on generations of knowledge, the GAR story is closely connected to the development of modern beekeeping and propolis extraction in Uruguay.
A Swiss-German immigrant family settled in Uruguay and established a beekeeping operation in the department of Colonia. This marked the birth of what would later become one of the country's most respected names in the beekeeping industry.
The Roth family expanded its beekeeping activities and developed extensive experience in hive management, honey production and the collection of premium bee-derived raw materials.
Ing. Andrés Alfonso Roth began researching the extraction, classification and industrialization of propolis. At a time when propolis remained largely unknown in global markets, GAR started developing specialized extraction processes designed for industrial applications.
GAR S.A.S. strengthened its export operations and began supplying propolis extracts to international manufacturers. The company gained recognition for combining traditional beekeeping expertise with industrial-scale production and reliable export logistics.
Investment in quality systems, process control, traceability and export readiness helped GAR establish long-term relationships with customers across multiple international markets.
GAR's history is deeply connected to the ecological environment of the Uruguayan Savanna, one of South America's most unique natural regions.
This landscape provides botanical diversity, low industrial contamination levels and stable ecosystems that contribute to the distinctive profile of Uruguayan propolis highly valued by international manufacturers.
Long-term business relationships built on trust and transparency.
Commitment to consistent raw material selection and process control.
Continuous improvement of extraction technologies and industrial procedures.
Reliable sourcing and documentation supporting international standards.
Nearly one hundred years after the first hives were established, GAR S.A.S. continues to operate with the same spirit that inspired its founders: respect for nature, dedication to quality and commitment to international excellence.
Today the company remains focused on delivering premium hydroalcoholic propolis extracts while continuing the beekeeping tradition that started in 1932.
From a family apiary in Uruguay to a globally recognized propolis extract supplier, our heritage remains the foundation of our future.
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