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GPO Takes Food from the Farm to the Fork

August 25, 2022
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Provista offers fresh produce and dairy products direct from farmers to meet members’ sustainable food needs. 

The Provista Food Program safely and cost effectively connects thousands of members to high-quality produce and food items. Members benefit from access to a deep portfolio of food products, including locally, regionally and nationally grown produce and organics. The program offers the best value on fresh, great-tasting food and dairy products. 

From the Farm to the Fork
  • Members have access to locally grown organics.
  • Supplier PRO*ACT gets produce like tomatoes, potatoes and fresh herbs straight from the farm.
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  • Organics and other food pass through over 70 third-party inspected distribution centers.
  • Access to top suppliers protects against sudden produce shortages
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  • Local dairy products are delivered directly to healthcare facilities.
  • Members can improve patient and customer satisfaction by serving fresh, quality foods.
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  • Prices are locked in on volatile items like turkey, eggs and produce to help members avoid price spikes.
  • Contracts offer locally, regionally and nationally grown sustainable foods.
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PROVISTA’S DEEP FOOD PORTFOLIO
  • 10% to 18% average savings.
  • 310 national agreements.
  • 60,000 SKUs.
MEET DEMAND WITH POPULAR FOOD PROGRAMS
  • Sous Vide lets members cook a wide variety of great-tasting food with significantly less prep work, less labor, and less waste.
  • Ghost kitchens provide food for take out or delivery only. This meets customer demand for food on the go while enabling a new revenue source for members.
 
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FOOD SOLUTIONS THAT GO BEYOND THE PLATE
  • Attractive packaging that keeps food sealed, fresh and safe.
  • Everything needed for the bar, including mixers and appetizers.
  • Ideas for expanding menus and meeting specific dietary needs.
  • Deep discounts on capital equipment for the kitchen.
Best pricing on linens, uniforms, cleaning products and everything else needed for a commercial kitchen.
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