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Altar Produce LLC is a leading U.S.-based grower, packer, and shipper of premium fresh vegetables and fruits, headquartered in Calexico, California. Renowned for its vertically integrated operations and expertise in asparagus production, the company has positioned itself as one of North America’s top suppliers of year-round produce to retail, wholesale, and foodservice markets.

Core Business

Altar Produce operates as a full-scale agribusiness with growing operations in California and Mexico. The company’s primary focus is on year-round cultivation, post-harvest handling, and distribution of high-demand vegetables and fruits. Altar owns and operates farms, processing facilities, cooling centers, and logistics systems, enabling full control over its supply chain and a consistent flow of high-quality produce to domestic and international buyers.

Product and Service Offerings

Altar Produce’s diverse product portfolio includes:

• Asparagus (core crop)

  • Green, white, and organic varieties
  • Available year-round from fields in Baja California, Sonora, and Southern California

• Vegetables:

  • Green Onions
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • Bell Peppers
  • Broccoli
  • Spinach
  • Radishes
  • Cilantro

• Fruits:

  • Table Grapes
  • Medjool Dates

The company offers multiple pack sizes, private-label packaging, and retail-ready solutions. All products are cooled and packed using automated lines and advanced post-harvest preservation techniques.

Specialization and Core USP

Altar Produce’s unique value proposition is its deep specialization in asparagus and leafy vegetables:

• Year-Round Asparagus Supply: Through cross-border growing zones in the U.S. and Mexico, Altar ensures continuous availability of asparagus across all seasons.
• Integrated Operations: The company controls farming, harvesting, packing, cold chain, and transportation.
• Food Safety & Traceability: Each product is tracked from field to fork, supported by industry-leading compliance systems.
• Speed to Market: Strategic location in Calexico near the U.S.-Mexico border enables rapid cross-border shipping and access to key distribution centers within 24–48 hours.

Altar’s commitment to consistency, freshness, and compliance has made it a preferred supplier for top-tier retail chains and distributors.

Financial and Shipment Data

While privately owned and not disclosing public revenue figures, Altar Produce is widely recognized as one of the largest asparagus marketers in the Western Hemisphere:

• Annual Asparagus Volume: Estimated over 25 million pounds across green, white, and organic categories

• Export Markets:

  • United States (domestic)
  • Canada
  • Japan
  • United Kingdom
  • European Union

• Peak Export Season: February to June (Mexico) and October to December (California)

• Grape Exports: Focused on summer and early fall, largely to North American markets

The company moves hundreds of refrigerated trucks and rail shipments per month during peak periods.

Capabilities

• Production Farms:

  • Owned and managed farms in Mexicali, Caborca, San Luis, and Imperial Valley

• Post-Harvest Infrastructure:

  • Cold storage, hydro-coolers, vacuum cooling, and grading lines
  • Customizable packaging: RPCs, bags, clamshells, and loose bulk

• Logistics:

  • Integrated transport coordination with cross-border customs clearance
  • Multiple cooling facilities on both sides of the border for rapid transshipment

Certifications and Compliance

Altar Produce adheres to the strictest food safety and compliance standards in North America and internationally:

• PrimusGFS Certified
• GlobalG.A.P. Certified
• GFSI Recognition
• USDA and FDA Inspections
• Social Responsibility Audits: SMETA/SEDEX-compliant operations

These standards enable seamless export into the U.S., Canada, EU, and other regulated markets.

Target Market

Altar Produce serves a broad spectrum of buyers:

• Major Retail Chains: Offering private-label and branded asparagus and vegetables
• Wholesale Produce Distributors: In North America and overseas
• Foodservice & Restaurant Supply Chains: Including pre-washed and ready-to-cook formats
• Export Buyers: Especially those in Asia and Europe seeking consistent volume and quality

The company also provides contract growing programs and promotional support to retail clients.

Major Achievements

• Recognized as one of North America’s top five asparagus exporters
• Maintained 100% on-time fill rate for key retail contracts during peak season
• Developed proprietary asparagus packing systems to extend shelf life by 30–40%
• Long-term supply partnerships with leading U.S. and Canadian grocers
• Expanded Medjool date exports with new partnerships in the Middle East

Altar Produce LLC continues to be a cornerstone of the North American fresh produce supply chain, delivering trusted, premium-quality fruits and vegetables through precision agriculture, advanced logistics, and an unwavering commitment to food safety.