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How Global Exim Sources Finds Agro Buyers in GCC Using Vujis

By Vujis Editorial Team•December 10, 2025•
8 min read
Container loading operations for agricultural exports

Dr. Koteswara Rao, founder of Global Exim Sources and Global Exim Institute, is a well-known name in India's export–import community. His organisation imports fresh fruit into India and exports agro-commodities to GCC markets, with a strong focus on the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman.

He handles a wide range of agricultural products, including:

Vegetables:

Onion, Green Chilli, Vellary, Red Pumpkin, Drumsticks, Fresh Turmeric, Ginger, Raw Papaya

Fruits:

Pomegranate, Banana, Mango, Watermelon, Muskmelon, Papaya

Agro-Commodities / Staples:

Rice, Sugar, Flour, Chickpeas

Across all these categories, market research and verified buyer data are the core of his business.

Dr. Koteswara Rao with fresh onions ready for export

Dr. Koteswara Rao with fresh onions ready for export

For years, Dr. Rao used traditional trade-data tools — including Volza — for HS-code research and export market analysis. But he consistently faced the same limitations: outdated data, missing buyer contact details, and no simple way to verify genuine importers.

That changed when he discovered Vujis.

Why Dr. Rao Switched to Vujis

When Dr. Rao tested Vujis, he immediately identified key improvements:

1

More accurate and up-to-date buyer data

He could finally see which countries were actively importing onions, turmeric, chickpeas, mangoes, bananas, and other agro products right now, not months ago.

2

Direct buyer contact information

Vujis showed verified email IDs, phone numbers, and shipment history — something he couldn't find consistently on other platforms.

3

Built-in outreach tools

With one click, he could draft and send outreach messages directly to importers in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and other GCC markets.

4

Better visibility for his students and trainees

As an educator, he needed a platform he could demonstrate live — something that made students say: "Oh, I can actually start exporting with this."

"Vujis is one of the best platforms with the latest updates and technology. Unlike other sites, you get direct email IDs and phone numbers. You can even draft a letter and reach out instantly. We use it regularly and we've seen results."

— Dr. Koteswara Rao

How Dr. Rao Uses Vujis in His Export Seminars and Training Programs

At the Global Exim Institute, Dr. Rao trains hundreds of beginner and intermediate exporters on how to enter new markets.

Vujis has become a core part of his curriculum.

During live workshops, he uses Vujis to demonstrate:

  • How to research which countries import onions, turmeric, rice, ginger, or mangoes
  • How to identify high-potential GCC markets
  • How to check shipment history to verify genuine buyers
  • How to avoid fake buyers by checking import patterns
  • How to contact verified importers directly through the platform
  • How to draft a professional outreach email inside Vujis
  • How to compare markets before deciding where to export

For new exporters who feel overwhelmed by data, seeing Vujis in action instantly gives them clarity: "Here are the buyers. Here's what they import. Here's how you contact them." This is exactly what exporters need to gain confidence.

Dr. Koteswara Rao overseeing container loading operations

Dr. Koteswara Rao overseeing container loading operations

Impact on Global Exim Sources

Dr. Rao's own trading business now uses Vujis for:

  • Finding new buyers for onions, ginger, turmeric, and chickpeas
  • Identifying demand for fruits like mango, watermelon, papaya, and pomegranate in UAE/GCC markets
  • Market research before approaching new importers
  • Verifying buyer authenticity before sending quotes
  • Streamlining outreach using built-in messaging tools

His team reports faster research cycles, higher response rates, and more efficient lead qualification.

Results Achieved With Vujis

60-70%
Reduction in data research time
Faster buyer discovery and verification
100s
New exporters trained
With enhanced practical skills
  • Expanded sourcing of verified importers in UAE and GCC
  • Discovered new market opportunities for onions, turmeric, and chickpeas
  • Improved outreach quality through verified contact details
  • Enhanced training effectiveness for hundreds of new exporters
  • Moved from generic HS-code lists to actionable buyer intelligence

"Vujis gives us real results. For exporters today, it's the best platform."

— Dr. Koteswara Rao

About Global Exim Institute and Global Exim Sources

Global Exim Institute

A leading export training academy that teaches aspiring exporters how to start and scale their international trade careers.

Global Exim Sources

An agro-commodity trading company exporting vegetables, fruits, and staples to GCC countries and importing fresh produce into India.