After partnering with Whistling Well apple orchard for many years cross-docking, this year we are distributing their apples for the first time. Charlie Johnson has owned and operated Whistling Well Farm since the early 1970s, following IMP growing practices. We got to speak with Charlie and his son Chad to learn all about their homegrown orchard.
Above, CPW Sales team members Kharme and Alex pick their own apples at Whistling Well.
Read MoreOctober is Fair Trade Month. A commitment to supporting and partnering with Fair Trade certified growers is foundational to CPW's mission. Choosing Fair Trade means investing in equity, fairness, and higher quality of life for farmworkers and their communities globally.
Read MoreIn early September, CPW was invited to the first look at Westby Cooperative Creamery’s new, high-capacity, energy efficient cottage cheese production equipment. Dairy Buyer Erik Parr takes on with as he toured and learned about the facility in Westby, Wisconsin.
Read MoreDid you know that CPW operates three state-of-the-art ripening rooms? It’s true! This advanced technology has enabled us to be the only distributor of Equal Exchange bananas in the Midwest.
To learn more, we consulted our Operations Team Leads, Fabian and Sal, to share some of their ripening room expertise.
Read MoreLuca & the Five Girls is the organic dog treat business that Elli, Rylie, Lauren, Emory and Kate dreamed up when they were 10 years old. As their first wholesale distributor, we visited their bakery in Edina to learn their story, and what’s next as they head off to college.
Read MoreIn early June, 2025, a few lucky Buyers had the opportunity to visit La Pierre Farms & Winery in south-central Washington. Here they share their reflections on the family’s growing practices and the care it takes to produce consistently exceptional fruit.
Read MoreThis week, we bid a fond farewell to a CPW legend- the one and only Gloria. After two decades of building trusting relationships with colleagues and customers, exuding warmth and care, and setting the bar for the sales team, Glo is moving onto her next chapter. We gathered to honor her with a Lifetime Achievement Award, and to share memories of everything she is & has contributed to CPW.
Read MoreWe’re working every day to actively prevent food waste. Sustainability Lead Erin Pavlica and TC Food Justice Volunteer Coordinator Mary O’Toole tell us how.
Read MoreFrom March 25- 31, 2026, we honor National Farmworker Awareness Week, honoring the tireless efforts of growers domestically and across the globe.
Read MoreOur leaders in organic produce reflect on the lessons from the 37th annual Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference.
Read More100% Farmer-owned Organic Coffee
Read MoreA Holiday Guide to Local, Cooperative, and Fair Trade Offerings
Read MoreA Holiday Guide to Local, Cooperative, and Fair Trade Offerings
Read MoreThe exquisite journey of Churchill Orchard's Kishu Mandarin – a 20-year celebration of citrus excellence.
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