Sustainable Sourcing: Lower Shrink, Higher Profit

Sourcing sustainable berries from Mexico isn't just good for the planet—it's better for your bottom line. Discover how lower shrink translates to higher profit for your retail or distribution program.

Why Sustainable Means Smart Business

In today’s produce industry, sustainability isn’t just a marketing claim—it’s a performance strategy. Sourcing sustainable berries from Mexico allows retailers and distributors to reduce waste, improve freshness, and meet the expectations of environmentally and socially conscious consumers. But beyond values, the benefits are measurable: lower shrink, fewer returns, and stronger shelf performance translate directly into better margins.

The Shrink Problem in Fresh Berries

Fresh berries are among the most delicate products in the supply chain. Without proper postharvest handling, shrink rates can climb above 15%, especially during long-distance transport or inadequate cold chain continuity. For high-volume buyers, this can mean thousands in losses—weekly.

That’s why Berry Lovers focuses on minimizing shrink from farm to shelf through a holistic sustainability approach.

What Makes Our Sourcing More Sustainable

High-altitude cultivation: Firmer berries with better postharvest behavior and reduced moisture loss
Shorter transit distances: Ground logistics to the U.S. and Canada reduce emissions and product stress
Cold chain continuity: Temperature-controlled infrastructure from harvest to delivery
Harvest-to-order workflows: Avoids overproduction and minimizes on-site waste
Certified Good Agricultural Practices: GlobalG.A.P. + food safety and traceability standards

Lower Shrink, Higher Profit

On average, our clients report up to 30–40% fewer postharvest losses compared to other origins or suppliers without cold chain enforcement. This translates into:

Improved unit profitability per pallet
Fewer chargebacks and rejected loads
Reduced labor cost for sorting or removal
Greater sell-through and inventory rotation

Sustainability Certifications and Practices

In addition to GlobalG.A.P. and PrimusGFS, our farms and facilities implement responsible water use, integrated pest management, and fair labor practices. These are not only ESG benchmarks—they are indicators of operational consistency.

We believe that sustainability should always support the buyer’s bottom line.

Designed for Your Sustainable Sourcing Program

Whether you’re building a private label line with ESG claims, managing shrink-sensitive categories, or working with sustainability scorecards, we can support your strategy with: