Organic Produce
United Salad Co. Organics
Fresh for your success. Right for our environment.
Since 1941, United Salad Co. has delivered fresh, quality produce throughout the Pacific
Northwest. We began as a home operation, with Mary and Leo Spada delivering prepackaged salads to working women during WWII. The company moved into a larger
facility in just a few short years, and by 1960, United Salad Co. was recognized as a fullline wholesaler.
When we started our organic program in 2001, we were excited to join the market with
a small line of excellent quality. Today, we carry more than five hundred organic items
and are open twenty-four hours, seven days a week with delivery to Oregon, Idaho,
Washington and Alaska. We ship to restaurants, schools, retail stores and fruit stands.
Our team of organic buyers, with more than sixty years of experience, keeps us fully
stocked with a separate category built for growing our organic division.
Consumers understand the healthy benefits of organic, and want to support the farms
that grow it. By choosing organic, they are rewarded with produce that is picked and
shipped at its peak, when flavor and nutrient levels are highest. They can also enjoy the
array of exciting specialty and exotic items available from every growing area.
We work with local, west coast, national and international vendor partners to source
produce grown with environmentally responsible practices that encourage good soil and
air quality, like crop rotation and natural pest control. Our buyers make a special effort to
support and work with local growers whenever possible. The shorter distance from farm
to table uses less fuel to bring more nutrients to the customers, which is better for
nutrition and air quality.
Organic produce can be affected by seasonality more than conventionally grown
produce, but we have worked hard to bridge gaps. By maintaining our own trucking
company,w we keep freight costs competitive, with an extensive distribution system that
allows us to ship your needs from any growing area. With our organic fruits, vegetables,
salads and dressings, United Salad Co. supports the health of our customers, and our
community.
Food Safety
Even though our high rate of rotation ensures extremely fresh product,
our management and staff go the extra mile when it comes to food safety.
Preventing food borne illness is paramount at each of our facilities.
In addition to our strict HACCP system, all of our facilities have the honor
of being distinguished as a SQF Level 3 facilities, the highest certification
available. Constant microbial inspection and stringent employee training
programs ensure that our products are fresh, clean, and safe. Our in-house
and independent product and environmental tests are in full compliance
with FDA, ODA, and the EPA.
It is our belief that food safety begins in the field. We monitor our
produce continually and only accept product from farmers and suppliers
that uphold our philosophy and maintain the unbroken cold chain, Good
Agricultural Practices (GAP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Why Choose Organic ?
To preserve
our ecosystem
To eliminate harsh
chemicals
To support
local farming
communities
To provide your body
a healthy boost
To enjoy the
best flavor
To avoid GMO’s
BUYERS
MIKE LOVELAND
[email protected]
Direct: 503-445-8911
Cell: 503-939-7702
PERRY FRANCIS
[email protected]
Direct: 503-445-8908
Cell: 503-729-9550
@UNITEDSALADCO
8448 ne 33rd dr #100, portland, or 97211-2163 | (503) 288-8300