The Walsh family has been farming in California for generations.  Dean Walsh established Purpak Inc. in 1986 to grow and market certified organic fruits and vegetables worldwide.  In 1991, he established W.W. Farms, Inc. to grow and market organic Chinese Vegetables, and in 1993 D.W. Berry Farms, Inc. was formed, one of the premier strawberry growers in California.

Purepak, Inc. grows and markets over 57 different fruits and vegetables year-round and distributes domestically and internationally.  Beginning in 1990, Purepak, Inc. began to export its certified organic fruits and vegetables worldwide to Japan, Canada, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Great Britain.

What Is Organic Produce?

It's simple to define and hard to grow: Organic produce is produce grown without the use of synthetic chemical pesticides and herbicides. The California Organic Foods Act of 1990 (California Health and Safety Code section 16569.20 et seq.) is the law that governs organic farming in California.  It is anticipated that the U.S. federal law governing organic agriculture will go into effect sometime in 1998, providing a national standard for organic farming in the United States.

Scientific and statistical studies worldwide have proven that harmful effects of chemical pesticides and herbicides on our children, our earth and ourselves.  Since 1986, our experience has shown that organically grown produce is bigger, more colorful and more flavorful than conventionally grown produce.  Fresh organic produce, and products manufactured from organic produce, provide you and your family with a healthy and safe diet.

Organic ranches require an intensive management program consisting of individuals whose expertise in farming practices can accommodate the strenuous requirements of organic growing.  Organic growing is labor-intensive- Because we cannot use chemicals, our fields must be watched on a daily basis to prevent the spread of weeds and pests.

PUREPAK has developed new methods and explored new technology in order to be a leader in he field of organic growing.

What is Certified Organic Produce?

Certified organic produce means that a third-party independent certification organization has conducted a full and complete review of Purepak's farming methods, soil, product handling and produce, and has certified that PUREPAK complies with all of the rules and regulations governing the growing of organic produce in California.  When the U.S. federal law takes effect, each independent certification organization must be accredited by the U.S.D.A.. This means that certified organic produce will soon carry the U.S.D.A. stamp, a guarantee that the produce conforms to the strict standards of the U.S. government.

For each of the past five years, the U.S. market for organic produce has risen over 22%-35% nationwide. PUREPAK now farms on over 5000 crop acres in California, and employs over 700 people to grow, cultivate, market and manage its certified organic fresh and processed products.

President Dean Walsh has over the years, hand picked a team of highly experienced and qualified farmers and agribusiness experts to meet the demands of organic growing and marketing.  Our management team combines over one hundred and seventy-five years of experience in farming.

PUREPAK, INC. grows and /or markets over 57 different fruits and vegetables, including citrus and strawberries, year-round.  We have a large domestic distribution network and loyal customers to whom we provide hundreds of tons of organic produce annually.   We can accommodate several hundred thousand units per week for our large customers.   Every inquiry will be handled promptly and answers will be provided to all of your questions.

How Does it Help Your Customers? 

Concerns over health issues arise in every county.  If you sell certified organic produce or products, you are saying to your customers that you have listened to their concerns and are providing them with the safest food grown on earth.