Maryland's Eastern Shore is one of the most agriculturally productive regions on the US East Coast. Poultry processing -- led by Perdue Farms (headquartered in Salisbury, Maryland) and Mountaire Farms -- dominates the agricultural pallet market in Caroline, Dorchester, Wicomico, and Somerset counties. Grain production (corn, soybeans, wheat) is extensive across the Eastern Shore. Maryland also has a growing specialty crop and winery sector in Western Maryland and the I-270 corridor. USDA AMS-inspected facilities on the Eastern Shore require food-grade pallets meeting FSMA standards.
📨 Need agriculture pallets in Maryland? We deliver to all 24 Maryland counties with documented Grade A stock and compliance letters.
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Standard pallet requirement: GMA 48x40 Grade A food-grade stringer pallets; custom citrus/produce sizes; kiln-dried, no chemical treatment.
Compliance frameworks: USDA AMS (inspected facilities), FDA FSMA Produce Safety Rule (21 CFR Part 112), GFSI for major retailer supply.
Typical load range: 500 lbs (boxed berries, specialty crops) to 2,000 lbs (citrus bins, bulk produce).
2026 Maryland Pallet Pricing
| Pallet Type | Grade | Price Per Unit (MD) | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMA 48x40 Stringer | A (Near-New) | $13 - $18 | Retail-bound, food-grade, export |
| GMA 48x40 Stringer | B (Light Use) | $7 - $12 | Internal, non-retail outbound |
| GMA 48x40 Stringer | C (Economy) | $3 - $6 | Ground-level staging, one-way |
| Block Pallet (New) | New | $28 - $42 | GDP pharma, automotive, heavy industrial |
| ISPM-15 Heat Treated | A or New | +$4 - $7 | International export through Port of Baltimore (52M+ tons/year) |
Pricing reflects delivered truckload rates to Maryland. Load range for agriculture: 500 lbs (boxed berries, specialty crops) to 2,000 lbs (citrus bins, bulk produce).
Pallet Types for Maryland Agriculture Operations
GMA 48x40 Grade A
Standard for case-packed produce, boxed citrus, and packaged agricultural goods bound for retail
Custom Sizes (48x24, 40x40, 48x48)
Citrus bins, specialty produce crates, and grower-specific field pallet configurations
Plastic (Nestable)
Increasingly required in GFSI-certified fresh-cut and ready-to-eat produce operations
ISPM-15 Heat Treated
Required for all fresh produce exported through US ports; critical for citrus, tomato, and tropical fruit exports
Maryland Agriculture Market Overview
Perdue Farms HQ in Salisbury -- the largest poultry company in the US East Coast has its primary processing operations across Maryland's Eastern Shore. Mountaire Farms (Millsboro DE, but significant MD supply chain). Maryland grain (corn, soy, wheat) is primarily exported through Port of Baltimore requiring ISPM-15 documentation. Maryland wine and specialty crop operations in Frederick and Washington counties are growing.
Key customers and operations: Perdue Farms (Salisbury MD HQ), Mountaire Farms supply chain, Maryland grain elevator operators, Eastern Shore produce packinghouses, Maryland wine and specialty crop operations.
Port Access & ISPM-15 Availability
For agriculture operations shipping internationally through Maryland, we supply ISPM-15 certified heat-treated pallets with documented treatment certificates. Primary port served: Port of Baltimore (52M+ tons/year).
Maryland Coverage
Delivery area: All 24 Maryland counties; next-day Baltimore and Western Maryland; 1-2 days Eastern Shore.
Browse our All 24 Maryland Counties directory for county-level information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Agriculture operations in Maryland typically require GMA 48x40 Grade A food-grade stringer pallets; custom citrus/produce sizes; kiln-dried, no chemical treatment. Perdue Farms HQ in Salisbury -- the largest poultry company in the US East Coast has its primary processing operations across Maryland's Eastern Shore. Mountaire Farms (Millsboro DE, but significant MD supply chain). Maryland grain (corn, soy, wheat) is primarily exported through Port of Baltimore requiring ISPM-15 documentation. Maryland wine and specialty crop operations in Frederick and Washington counties are growing.
1-2 days throughout Maryland. Contact us at (888) 271-7771 or submit a quote request for your specific Maryland location -- we'll confirm lead time and availability same business day.
We provide supplier conformance letters confirming pallet grade, species, and treatment type for all orders. For pharmaceutical orders, batch documentation is available. For export orders, ISPM-15 treatment certificates are provided. USDA AMS (inspected facilities), FDA FSMA Produce Safety Rule (21 CFR Part 112), GFSI for major retailer supply.
Full truckload orders (approximately 560-580 GMA 48x40 pallets on a standard 53-foot trailer) qualify for best pricing. We accommodate smaller quantities for established customers. Contact us to discuss your volume requirements for Maryland delivery.