Frequently Asked Questions
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About
Our distribution business acts as a mixing center or a one-stop shop where small and medium businesses can procure all of their protein needs, such as beef, pork, poultry, seafood, alternative proteins etc. We operate in large markets throughout the U.S. and Mexico.
Location
We have local presence in Los Angeles, San Francisco area, Chicago, Miami, New York area, St Louis, Dallas, Denver and growing. We can serve all areas within a 4 hour radius of our locations. Please enter your zip code on our main page to see if you are in one of our markets.
If you are not in one of our markets, we can still serve you but our minimum order weight is 40,000 lbs. For customers in our markets, our minimum order weight is 1,000 lbs.
No, Cargill already has existing relationships for export in most countries and is not looking for new partners.
Ordering
Our minimum order weight is 1,000 lbs. for customers who are in one of our markets. For customers outside of our distribution networks, the minimum order weight is 40,000 lbs.
Yes, in some of our markets, we offer the option to pick up your order if the weight is less than 1,000lbs.
Yes, as a mixing center, we have access to most Cargill SKUs and other major brands. You can order as many SKUs as you would like as long as the final weight is 1,000 lbs. You will receive one invoice for your total order which will help simplify the management of your account payables.
Products
Yes, we carry both fresh and frozen proteins.
No, we carry more than Excel products. Protein Distribution wants to be a one stop shop for our customers and in order to service our customers optimally, we carry most large brands including competitors’ products. However, the fact that we are tied to a packer means that we have access to products even in time of market disruptions.
Yes, in most of our markets, we offer daily deals. Please be sure to subscribe to our mailing list to receive our discounted items.
Miscellanous
Yes, we provide credit terms for qualifying customers. Our terms are in line with the industry. Our credit team has a fast turnaround and can get you ordering in no time. Our onboarding process is fast and efficient.
Yes, we can provide 30 mins with our experienced sales managers to get you up to speed. If you are just starting a new sausage business or a pet food business, and want to learn more about the industry, please reach out and we will be happy to get you up to speed.
Yes, we offer warehousing and logistics solutions ranging from cold storage, transportation and distribution services. We are committed to the safety and quality of the products we handle.
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