We ask that you do not bring product samples to the stores. Store level employees are not responsible for new item authorization. Our merchandising team makes all new item decisions and approved items are communicated to our stores through a systematic process. Please submit new items to our administrative office to ensure our team see the products.

Each distributor has its own criteria that the Co-op is not involved in. Contacting them directly is best.

Each of these distributors is unique in their size, scope of product, and ability to work with specific producers. While we can’t guarantee that a specific distributor would consider or authorize your product, we would be happy to discuss with you which of them might be a good fit for your products.

UNFI (United Natural Food     ph:800-451-4520
UNFI Fresh (formerly Albert’s Organics) Use website submission form
Associated Grocers of New England   ph: 603-223-6710
Black River Produce   ph: 800-228-5481
Chex Finer Foods  ph: 800-227-8114
Upper Valley Produce  ph: 802-295-7400
Food Connects(for local producers)  ph: 802-451-0538
Provisions International   ph: 802-291-6100
Vermont Roots (for local producers)  ph:888-887-6687

We prefer receiving products through a wholesale distributor, as this allows for greater efficiency in ordering and receiving the products and processing invoices and payment. However, we understand that wholesale distribution is not the best fit for everyone, and the need to deliver or ship direct to us does not disqualify your product from consideration.

Please note that we are unable to receive product delivered to our stores through the mail (USPS)