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by a searcher from Vanderbilt University
in Delray Beach, FL, USA

1yr ago

Produce Distribution Business

Has anyone had experience in the food distribution or produce wholesale industry? What were your biggest points in due diligence?

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reply by a professional 1yr ago
from Villanova University in West Chester, PA, USA

Hi Jessica, contracts and compliance are the most important matters to review during due diligence in this industry. We have a lot of experience in this industry and we also have more information on due diligence on episode 6 of our podcast, Dealmaking with Laura DiFrancesco, available here redacted

reply by a searcher 1yr ago
from Texas A&M University in Hartford, CT, USA

Agree with what’s been said already. I’ll add that understanding working capital needs and how that may affect purchase price at an early point can be helpful and prevent it from being a sticking point late in the game. On operations, you’ll want to diligence their inventory management. Very critical with perishable product.