Is The Hunts Point Market Open To The Public?

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Is The Hunts Point Market Open To The Public?

At E. Armata Inc., our team understands the importance of supplying our customers with the highest quality of produce available. When you’re in the market for fruits and vegetables, we implore you to take a trip to the Hunts Point Food Market and walk through our produce section in our facility. In general, this market is the hub for fresh produce in New York. While we are not the only facility to set up shop there, our team is confident that our food stands above the rest. The best part is that the market is open to the public, so you can see for yourself!

Visiting The Hunts Point Market 

The Hunts Point Market in the Bronx, New York is located at 772 Edgewater Road in the Bronx, a convenient location for many customers. Those who are interested in coming for the day will have to purchase a $5 guest pass per person upon arrival as part of the Hunts Point Market Entrance Fee. If you’re looking to park your car, you’ll need to pay an additional $2. Once access is granted, make sure you head over to Row C, where our team is located. When you’re visiting the Hunts Point Market in the Bronx, we’re hoping that you’ll take a close look at our produce facility here at E. Armata Inc. If you’re inquiring about Hunts Point Produce Market Hours, please contact a member of our team for more information regarding visiting hours at our facility. 

Why Choose Us?

As previously stated, various other distributors are also based out of the Hunts Point area. However, few can claim that they have the same history as us here at E. Armata Inc. We have over 100 years’ worth of experience as a produce wholesaler for the tri-state area. Our founder, Erasmo Armata, began his journey selling lemons out of a burlap sack in the 1890s. Fast forward to 2020, E. Armata Inc. has grown to encompass a network of 100s of growers and shippers all committed to distributing the best produce available.

As a Hunts Point Fruit Market, we also proudly provide fruits such as some of the following:

  • Apples
  • Apricots
  • Cherries
  • Rainer Cherries
  • Dates
  • Figs
  • Grapefruit
  • Grapes
  • Hass Avocado
  • Kiwi
  • Golden Kiwi
  • Kumquat
  • Lemons
  • Limes
  • Nectarines
  • Oranges
  • Peaches
  • Pears
  • Pineapple
  • Plums
  • Pomelo
  • Persimmons
  • Pomegranate
  • Quince

For a more in-depth look at our fruit supply (provided by John Acompora) please click here.

Who Can Benefit From Working With Us?

When coming to Hunts Point, you’ll see many people there for different reasons. However, no matter what your end goals are when coming to the market, our team knows we can help. E. Armata Inc. continuously works with people in all of the below categories:

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E. Armata Inc. has been a staple in the Hunts Point Market and will continue to serve our customers for years to come. For more information about our operation, or to have any of your produce-based questions answered, be sure to contact our team today! If you need the Hunts Point Produce Market Directory, please see here – check us out in 369 -370!

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What Fruits And Vegetables Are In Season This Month?

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To remain happy and healthy, it’s important to always consume the daily recommended amount of fruits and vegetables. However, doing this alone may not fully suffice. To get the most nutritional benefits out of produce, you should focus on eating what is in season. As a top produce distributor in NYC, E. Armata Inc. always has fruits and vegetables that are in season, no matter the time of year. If you’d like to learn what is in season during September, please visit our website for more information. 

September Fruits And Vegetables

As one of the leading produce distributors in NYC, it is our job to have produce that is in season year-round for our customers. The month of September is no exception. Below are just a few examples of the fruits and vegetables that we distribute that will be in season locally this month:

  • Tomatoes.
  • Cauliflower.
  • Potatoes.
  • Blueberries.
  • Blackberries.
  • Pears.

 

The Benefits Of Eating Produce In Season  

With recent technological advancements, almost any type of fruit or vegetable can be bought during any time of year. While this can help when faced with cravings for a specific produce item, it has come at the detriment to nutritional value. To gain the most health benefits from produce, items should be eaten while they are in season naturally. There are several reasons for this, including the ones listed below:

  • Fruits and vegetables begin to lose nutritional value once they have been picked.
  • Produce tastes its best when it is in season.
  • Transporting produce long distances in heating/cooling containers can decrease its value.   

 

Why Choose E. Armata Inc.

Our team knows that you have numerous choices when it comes to choosing your produce distributor in the NYC area. However, we guarantee no one else can live up to the standards we strive to achieve here at E. Armata Inc., our company started with our humble founder selling lemons out of a burlap sack. Since then, we’ve done nothing but cultivate the relationships with growers and shippers needed to evolve into the organization that we are today. The next time you’re shopping at the Hunts Point Market, let our produce speak for itself.

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The fruits and vegetables listed are not the only produce we distribute that are in season. To learn more about our operation, feel free to contact our team today.

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Which Vegetables Are In Season In The Spring?

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Which Vegetables Are In Season In The Spring?

When it comes to consuming produce, choosing items that are currently in season is typically the most optimal choice for consumption. At E. Armata Inc., our network of shippers and suppliers are committed to providing our customers with fresh, quality New York produce year-round. If you’re interested in learning about the vegetables we distribute that are currently in-season during the spring, please look through our various options on our website.

Vegetables In Season During The Spring

Different vegetables thrive during different parts of the year. At E. Armata Inc., we want to make sure our customers have access to these vegetables when they are at their most valuable. Our continued commitment to quality is what led us to become a respected New York produce company. With the spring months now upon us, please see below for a few of the in-season vegetables we are proud to distribute:

  • Carrots.
  • Asparagus.
  • Leeks.
  • Spinach.
  • Fennel.

Benefits Of In-Season Consumption

With technological advancements in storing and transporting produce, it is now possible to consume certain fruits and vegetables year-round. While eating these types of foods at any point of the year can lead to a healthy lifestyle, it is much more beneficial to focus on eating ones that are currently in season. Reasons to consider purchasing the previously mentioned New York produce during these spring months include the following:

  • They are more nutritionally dense.
  • They taste their best during the springtime.
  • Growing and distributing these vegetables during spring is more environmentally friendly.

A Leader In New York Produce

At E. Armata Inc., our company was founded on the idea of quality. Over the years, what started as a small family business has been able to grow into a cornerstone of the Hunts Point Market due to our dedication to providing the highest quality fruits and vegetables available. We only allow the top-tier of growers and shippers into our network, as we want all of those who purchase our New York produce to always be satisfied.

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No matter what the time of year, you can bet that our team at E. Armata Inc. has fresh produce ready to be purchased and delivered. Don’t miss out on making quality purchases for your inventory this spring. To learn more about the vegetables we distribute that are currently in-season, or if you have any other inquiries, be sure to contact us today. We always love to hear from our customers!

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Why Are Superfoods Good For You?

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Why Are Superfoods Good For You?

You don’t have to do too much research to find the term superfood being thrown around on the internet these days. However, you may not be aware of how many types of superfoods there are, and what benefits they can bring through consumption. At E. Armata Inc., our team would like to answer these questions for you. The next time you travel to the Hunts Point Produce Market, make sure you don’t pass up on any of the superfoods that we suggest in this article. 

Types Of Super Foods:

The term superfood is used to describe nutrient-rich foods that provide a boost of health benefits to those who consume them. E. Armata Inc. has been a leading wholesale food distributor in New York and a staple in the Hunts Point Produce Market for many years. With all the experience we have gained since our company’s inception, we have become well versed in the different types of superfoods a consumer can purchase. Some of the superfoods we distribute include just a few of the following:

  • Blackberries.
  • Blueberries.
  • Strawberries.
  • Cranberries
  • Garlic.
  • Avocados.
  • Mushrooms. 

The Benefits Of Superfoods:

When you’re trying to live a healthy lifestyle, sticking to the right diet is more than half the battle.  Choosing to eat nutritious superfoods is a great way to promote a better overall well being. Superfoods are often chock-full of vital antioxidants, healthy fats, minerals, and nutrients.  These all play a role in increasing the efficiency of bodily functions and reducing the risk of suffering from specific health issues. When you incorporate superfoods into a well-balanced diet, the benefits you’re able to receive include:

  • Weightloss.
  • Improved energy levels.
  • Reduced effects of aging.
  • The development of certain types of cancer is prevented.
  • Limited risks of suffering from heart disease.    

Balancing Your Diet:

It’s important to remember that not one food can supply your body with all the nutrients it needs to flourish. Even if it is a superfood, overeating one thing can be detrimental to your health, as doing so can rob your body of the range of vitamins and nutrients needed to survive.  Creating a well-balanced diet that incorporates all the superfoods that we previously listed will go a long way in ensuring you remain as healthy as possible.

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E. Armata Inc has strived to provide the best quality of superfoods for our customers since the Hunts Point Produce Market was built in 1967. The benefits of eating them are plentiful, which is why you should always do your best to plan your diet around them. To learn more about the benefits of superfoods, be sure to contact our team today! 

We Are Committed To You

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March 2020

TO OUR LOYAL CUSTOMERS AT E. ARMATA, INC

E. Armata, Inc highly upholds our stringent Food Safety standards that are in place for the protection of our customers, our employees, and to the end-user of our products.  We are working in conjunction with the New York City Produce Terminal market and our shippers, closely monitoring the outbreak of the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19). We are implementing the recommendations issued by the Center for Disease Control and guidance issued by the State of New York in addition to the stringent requirements to maintain our current Food Safety programs dictated by our SQF, HACCP certificate(a Food Safety Management Certification used to control food safety risks and audited annually by an outside certification body that signifies a food management system accepted as an international standard of excellence) for our entire facility.

The health and safety of our employees and customers and the safety of our product is our top concern. Under that criteria, E. Armata, Inc has created and implemented a Business Continuity Plan in the event of any possible disruptions.

Please know that we are monitoring the situation and our focus is maintaining everyone’s safety. We will continue to work with public health official partners to determine what support may be needed in the coming days and weeks as the situation continues to evolve.  We will continue to update you with any new information.

Chris and Paul Armata

Ariel Muza, Director of Food Safety

We Are Now SQF Certified!

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We Are Now SQF Certified!

E. Armata Inc. has been a staple in the Hunts Point Market for many years.  We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality fruits and produce available to our customers.  From our past to our future, our high standards of quality have always and will continue to be at our top of mind. 

E. Armata’s History of Quality

The team at E. Armata Inc. is no stranger to quality services.  Our founder, Erasmo Armata came to New York from Sicily in the 1980s and grew the company from the ground up.  Starting with selling lemons out of a burlap sack, Erasmo worked to build this company on the back of quality. He knew customers would continue to return if they were given high-quality produce, which is why he never purchased or sold anything that fell below his rigorous standards.  His family also continued with this tradition. After deciding the company needed to expand to distributing vegetables and West Coast produce, Erasmo’s son Frank moved cross country. Frank would follow crops from Arizona to California to make sure only the specific lots that met E. Armata’s standards were shipped back to New York.

 

SQF Certification

To show how seriously we take quality, our company has gone through the rigorous task of becoming SQF certified.  The Safe Quality Food Program is recognized worldwide by retailers, brand owners, and foodservice providers.  Offered through the Safe Quality Food Institute, this program shows the commitment to food quality and safety E. Armata brings to the Hunts Point Market. 

 

The E. Armata Process of Quality

Achieving this rewarding certification was not something that could have been done overnight.  The team at E. Armata Inc. has always worked tirelessly to improve our operation any way we can. We currently work with 100 growers and shippers to help meet the needs of our consumers.  We’ve cultivated strong relationships with these people for over four generations, and a proud of the team we’ve established. For the transportation of the produce, we have modern delivery trucks that are temperature controlled to ensure all fruits and vegetables stay ripe and fresh, no matter the time year delivery occurs.  We make sure all of our shipper’s schedules are optimized before they head out to the road and even monitor the speed of our vehicles to guarantee deliveries are made safely.  From the seeds being planted to the produce arriving at the customer’s door, E. Armata guarantees quality at each step of the process.

At E. Armata Inc. , all of our produce is grown and shipped with our customer’s satisfaction in mind.  We consider ourselves to be a cornerstone in the Hunts Point Market. With our recent certification from the Safe Quality Food Institute, we hope our customers appreciate just how much care we place in our process.  To learn more about our company, please contact us today!