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Your Trusted Fresh Produce Distributor in Seattle
At Charlies Produce, we have been delivering fresh ideas and fresh produce for over 45 years. Our commitment to quality products and innovative solutions has positioned us as a leader in the produce distribution industry. We cultivate meaningful partnerships with growers, customers, and communities to ensure success across our supply chain. With decades of experience in buying, selling, and merchandising, we supply restaurants, grocery stores, institutions, and wholesalers with conventional, organic, and specialty produce. Our employee-owned structure empowers our team to prioritize customer needs while maintaining sustainable practices. We invest in cutting-edge technology, including state-of-the-art ripening rooms and vertical microgreen growing facilities, to meet evolving industry demands.Our dedication to local agriculture since 1978 reflects our belief that buying local strengthens communities and reduces environmental impact. Through subsidiaries like Farmbox Greens and Healeo, we expand access to fresh, nutritious produce year-round. Our quality assurance processes ensure products maintain freshness during their three-day journey from field to destination. We serve diverse markets through specialized divisions like CP Logistics and Rogge, which provide 24/7 delivery solutions in remote regions. Our community involvement spans schools, food service initiatives, and agricultural support programs that align with our mission to nourish consumers and sustain communities.
Services
Produce Distribution
Organic Produce
Floral Products
Fresh Processing
Cold Chain Logistics
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of experience in produce distribution and industry innovation
- Our employee-owned structure ensures dedicated customer service and accountability
- We maintain organic certified warehouses and processing facilities
- Our vertical farming initiatives provide locally grown greens year-round
- We operate 24/7 logistics networks for remote market deliveries
What people say
Fresh, quality produce
Reliable delivery network
Strong community involvement
Organic certified operations
Innovative growing methods
Services
Produce Distribution
We distribute conventional, organic, and specialty produce nationwide through an extensive delivery network. Our three-day supply chain ensures maximum freshness from field to destination. With volume buying capabilities and local grower partnerships, we guarantee product availability and competitive pricing for restaurants, grocery stores, and institutions.
Organic Produce
As the Northwest's leading organic supplier, we source certified organic fruits and vegetables from trusted growers. Our dedicated organic department maintains strict quality standards while offering year-round availability. Through the Farmers Own Organics brand, we foster partnerships that promote sustainable agricultural practices and premium product selection.
Fresh Processing
Our state-of-the-art processing plant creates fresh-cut produce, salad kits, and grab-and-go meals for retail and foodservice clients. Custom processing options include branded packaging and menu-specific preparations. We combine food safety certifications with culinary expertise to deliver innovative solutions that reduce preparation time for our partners.
Cold Chain Logistics
CP Logistics provides 24/7 cold chain transportation across Alaska and the Western US. Our temperature-controlled fleet ensures product integrity during transit. Specializing in remote market deliveries, we maintain perishable goods standards through advanced refrigeration technology and real-time tracking systems for time-sensitive shipments.
Floral Products
We supply high-quality cut flowers, blooming plants, and custom floral arrangements through partnerships with local and international growers. Our floral division combines industry expertise with seasonal trend knowledge to meet retail and event-specific demands while maintaining product freshness during transport.
Questions
What regions do you serve?
We serve major markets across the Pacific Northwest and Western US, including Seattle, Portland, Boise, Salt Lake City, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and Anchorage.
Do you offer organic produce options?
Yes, we're the Northwest's leading organic produce supplier with certified warehouses and the Farmers Own Organics brand for year-round availability.
How do you ensure product freshness?
Our three-day supply chain, temperature-controlled logistics network, and state-of-the-art storage facilities maintain optimal conditions from harvest to delivery.
What specialty services do you provide?
We offer vertical farming through Farmbox Greens, fresh processing solutions, floral distribution, and 24/7 cold chain logistics for remote markets.
Are you employee-owned?
Yes, our employee-owned structure fosters accountability and ensures our team shares in our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
How do you support local agriculture?
We've prioritized local sourcing since 1978, partnering with regional growers to reduce environmental impact while promoting sustainable farming practices.