About Us

Connecting growers with buyers through integrity, quality, and reliability.

Our Story

Founded with a simple belief — that fresh, high-quality produce should be accessible to every retailer and foodservice operator — Robben Wholesale Distribution has grown into a trusted partner for businesses across the country.

We work directly with family farms and large-scale growers to curate produce that meets the highest standards for taste, appearance, and shelf life — so your customers recognize your business as a destination for exceptional quality.

Every shipment is selected and handled to help you stand out with produce that looks better, lasts longer, and reinforces your reputation for offering only the best. Our cold-chain logistics ensure it arrives crisp, vibrant, and ready for your shelves.

Our Values

  • Integrity — Transparent sourcing and fair dealing with every partner.
  • Quality — Rigorous selection and cold-chain management.
  • Reliability — On-time delivery, every time.
  • Sustainability — Supporting responsible farming practices.

Operations

Our Facility

Robben Wholesale Distribution operates from a 100,000 sq. ft. (9,300 sq. m) food distribution facility in Vernon with cold storage, wet storage, freezer capacity, dry goods storage, and 14 loading bays for efficient receiving, staging, loading, and unloading. The facility is accessible to Los Angeles International Airport and LA container ports, supporting efficient inbound logistics and outbound distribution for wholesale and retail partners.

Robben Wholesale Distribution office
Office
Robben Wholesale Distribution cold storage facility
Cold Storage
Robben Wholesale Distribution dry goods storage
Dry Goods Storage
Robben Wholesale Distribution loading area
Loading Area

Why Trust Robben

FDA Registration

Active

Robben Wholesale Distribution operates with FDA food facility registration standards and maintains compliance practices for safe produce distribution.

FSMA Compliance

Active

Robben follows Food Safety Modernization Act requirements, including preventive controls, supplier verification, and supply chain transparency.

HACCP Protocols

Active

Our receiving, storage, cold-chain, and distribution workflows follow Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point principles to protect product safety at every touchpoint.

GDP Practices

Active

Good Distribution Practice controls guide our handling, storage, traceability, and transportation procedures from facility to customer.

SQF Certification

Active

Robben maintains Safe Quality Food certification standards for food safety management, quality systems, and distribution readiness.

PrimusGFS Certification

In Progress

Primus food safety certification is currently pending / in progress as Robben continues strengthening produce safety documentation and audit readiness.

Leadership

Leadership Team

Robben Wholesale Distribution is led by an operations-focused team with experience across produce sourcing, food safety, cold-chain logistics, and wholesale customer relationships.

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Leadership Team

Operations & Strategy

Guiding Robben's sourcing standards, facility operations, and long-term wholesale partnerships.

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Supply Chain Team

Logistics & Compliance

Managing cold-chain execution, food safety workflows, and movement from facility dock to customer delivery.

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Partnerships Team

Wholesale & Retail Accounts

Supporting regional distributors, wholesalers, and select retail partners with responsive service and product planning.

Partner With Us

Whether you're a small grocer or a national chain, we have the capacity and expertise to supply your produce needs.