Sumptuous and Savory: All About Asparagus

Healthy and delicious, year-round asparagus is the perfect side dish—from holiday meals to backyard barbeques. 

Move with the sun for year-round supply

Secure all the asparagus your customers crave without the need for multiple providers. Our extensive grower relationships maximize short harvest periods and help keep your shelves full of this tender, long-stemmed perennial.

Expert logistics

Maintain the quality of the asparagus on your shelves with a carefully coordinated shipping strategy that accounts for its high metabolic rate. Secure the added logistics expertise you need with our global network of fresh produce shipping experts.  

Stock asparagus based on availability and growing region

Where your asparagus come from varies at different times of the year. Keeping a continuous supply of fresh items going all year long requires careful coordination—especially when the growing season ends in one region and picks up in another. See where your asparagus is coming from at this time of year.

Produce industry trends: Your weekly asparagus update

View the latest market trends and supply insights for asparagus with our Fresh from the Field report. Discover what’s influencing asparagus growing regions as well as temperature controlled capacity changes, so you can plan ahead and avoid disruption.

Cheesy Bacon & Asparagus Casserole

While often thought of as a side dish, make asparagus the star of your next meal. The entire family is sure to love this simple yet delicious casserole.

Discover related fresh produce and shipping topics

Temperature controlled transportation

Ensure your highly perishable products, like asparagus, arrive to store locations in good condition with a seamless combination of sourcing and transportation. 

Forward distribution

Expedited shipping options are often needed for this highly perishable product – bypassing warehouses remove transportation time and ensure the longest shelf life. 

Full range of fresh vegetables

Stock store shelves with a vast variety of vegetables all year long. With a full offering in your produce aisle, your consumers can find the perfect pairings for any meal.