Accountability
Governance, Sustainability
& Accountability
Our commitment to responsible sourcing, food quality, ethical business conduct and transparent relationships with international buyers, suppliers, farmers and business partners.
Bangladesh-based agro enterpriseEthical sourcingAccountable operationsBuilding trust through responsible business
Founded in 2018, PQS Agro is a Bangladesh-based agro-processing and trading enterprise engaged in sourcing, processing, packing, distribution, import and export of agricultural and food products. We aim to build long-term relationships through quality-conscious operations, clear responsibilities and dependable service.
Our Vision
To become a globally trusted brand for safe, premium-quality agricultural and food products.
Our Mission
To develop value-added agro products, support farmers, prioritise food safety and strengthen Bangladesh’s presence in international markets.
Strategic Priorities
Grow exports, build a trusted brand, invest in infrastructure and improve working-capital efficiency.
Our business and operating footprint
“Inclusive Agribusiness: Partner with a network that strengthens micro and small agro-entrepreneurs, bringing customers innovative products backed by local expertise and sustainable growth. Trusted Products & Brands: Choose healthy, safe food developed in line with organic standards and supported by quality management from production through to market. Accessible Market Reach: Access quality rural products conveniently through our local partnerships, B2B, B2C, online, and growing export channels”.
Business and Market Presence
- Legal form: Sole proprietorship
- Exporter status: EPB-enlisted, as reported by the company
- ERC No.: 260326111197823
- BIN: 005243329-0202
- Trade licence: TRAD/DSCC/060807/2020; reported valid to 30 June 2027
Leadership and accountability
- Ms. Sharmin Sultana — Proprietor / CEO
- Islam Arif — Chief Operating Officer
- As a sole proprietorship, PQS Agro does not have a board of directors or shareholders in the corporate-company sense.
- Responsibilities are assigned across leadership, finance, HR, marketing and procurement functions.
Practical steps toward responsible sourcing
Agricultural supply chains depend on healthy ecosystems, careful handling and responsible use of inputs. Our approach focuses on supplier engagement and product-handling controls.
Farm-level engagement
We work with growers to monitor harvesting and handling practices and encourage responsible production.
Product integrity
Our stated objective is to avoid harmful chemical residues and unnecessary preservatives, subject to product requirements and verification.
Handling and storage
Operations include a company-owned commercial freezer for relevant products.
People, opportunity and inclusion
We value employees, farmers and supply-chain partners and seek to support a respectful workplace and inclusive participation in agricultural value chains.
Women’s participation
Women hold roles reported across HR, accounts, executive leadership, finance, marketing and procurement. Women also participate in packhouse, grading and quality-related work.
The company has described daily-basis packhouse roles, permanent and daily grading/quality roles, and 13 office roles. A verified consolidated gender-disaggregated workforce figure is not stated here.
Farmer learning
PQS Agro reports that approximately 20–25 women farmers have received training in GlobalG.A.P.-aligned practices.
Training participation is not represented as third-party certification or an independently audited impact result.
Policies supporting responsible operations
PQS Agro reports formal adoption of internal policies to guide workplace conduct, reporting and responsible handling of information.
Anti-bribery & anti-corruption
Supports honest business conduct and rejects improper payments or undue influence.
Whistleblowing & complaints
Provides a policy basis for raising concerns about misconduct or workplace issues.
Data protection & privacy
Recognises the need to handle personal and business information responsibly.
Employee & workplace
Sets a policy framework for employee responsibilities and workplace expectations.
Policy copies may be requested. The existence of a policy is not proof of external certification or independent assurance.
Product integrity and supply-chain visibility
We seek to maintain product integrity through supplier engagement, handling controls and shipment documentation appropriate to the product and destination market.
Quality practices
- Engagement with growers on harvesting and handling.
- Attention to food safety and product requirements.
- Storage arrangements, including a commercial freezer for relevant products.
- Ongoing focus on operational consistency and buyer confidence.
Traceability approach
- Supplier and order records support traceability from farm to shipment where records are available.
- Shipment documents are prepared according to product, destination and applicable requirements.
- Traceability depth may vary by supplier and product; buyers may request product-specific documents.
Documentation aligned with destination requirements
The following registrations and shipment documents are reported by PQS Agro. Applicability, validity and issuance depend on product, destination and relevant authority.
| Area | Status reported | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Export registration | EPB-enlisted exporter; ERC recorded above | Supporting documents can be shared on request, subject to availability. |
| Business licensing | Dhaka South City Corporation trade licence | Reported valid to 30 June 2027; request a current copy. |
| Plant health | Phytosanitary Certificate (Form IX) through DAE Plant Quarantine Wing, Ministry of Agriculture | Shipment-specific and subject to official inspection and applicable rules. |
| Origin | Certificate of Origin where required | Requirements depend on destination and trade arrangement. |
| Halal | Certification reported as completed | Issuer, scope, products and current validity should be checked against the certificate. |
Reported trade terms
Incoterms® 2020
FOB Chattogram Port: reported for spices, dry food, aromatic rice, frozen vegetables and fish.
CPT Dhaka Airport: reported for fresh fruits and vegetables.
Documents on request
Buyers should confirm exact documents, validity and destination-specific requirements before placing or shipping an order.
Independent reporting and credit information
Transparent financial information supports confidence between suppliers, financial institutions and business partners.
External audit
The company reports that financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2025 were audited by T. Hussain & Co., Chartered Accountants, Dhaka, a member firm of Clarkson Hyde Global Limited, UK. The report is stated to have been issued on 5 March 2026.
The audit opinion refers to possible effects of a matter described in its Basis for Opinion. Review the original signed report for the full wording and context.
Credit rating
PQS Agro reports an ECRL rating of ESME-3, described in the source information as above-average credit quality with a stable outlook, valid from 30 December 2025 to 29 December 2026.
A credit rating is not an ESG rating, sustainability certification or product-safety certification. Review the current rating report for scope and conditions.
Clear communication. Responsible partnerships.
PQS Agro aims to communicate its practices honestly and provide relevant information to buyers and partners. We will continue working to strengthen documentation, supplier engagement, product quality and internal accountability.
Be transparent
Provide relevant company and shipment documents on request, subject to availability and confidentiality requirements.
Improve continuously
Review operations and identify opportunities to improve quality, traceability and responsible sourcing.
Engage constructively
Welcome product-specific buyer questions and reasonable requests for clarification or supporting information.
This page is a corporate statement of reported practices and commitments, not an independent ESG audit, legal opinion, guarantee of outcomes or claim to certifications not expressly identified here. Verify information against current source documents where required.
Connect with PQS Agro
For buyer due diligence, supplier engagement, product information or supporting documents, contact our team.
Islam Arif
Chief Operating Officer
Phone: +880 1313-359303
Email: pqsagrobd@gmail.com
Website: pqsagro.com
Address:
698/3A, Sipahibag, Khilgaon, Dhaka-1219, Bangladesh