New Jersey's 'Garden State' nickname reflects a real agricultural tradition -- the state is a top US producer of blueberries, cranberries, tomatoes, peaches, and wine grapes despite its small size. NJ agriculture is concentrated in the southern counties: Burlington (blueberries, cranberries), Cumberland (tomatoes, peppers), Salem (tomatoes, soybeans), and Cape May (aquaculture). Agricultural pallets in New Jersey must meet FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements and the pallet specifications of major retail buyers including ShopRite/Wakefern, Stop & Shop, and Whole Foods who source NJ fresh produce during the growing season (May-November).
📨 Need agriculture pallets in New Jersey? We deliver to all 21 New Jersey counties with documented Grade A stock and compliance letters.
Get NJ Quote →Pallet Specification for Agriculture in New Jersey
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 New Jersey Pallet Pricing
| Pallet Type | Grade | Price Per Unit (NJ) | 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 Newark-Elizabeth (largest US East Coast port) |
Pricing reflects delivered truckload rates to New Jersey. Load range for agriculture: 500 lbs (boxed berries, specialty crops) to 2,000 lbs (citrus bins, bulk produce).
Pallet Types for New Jersey 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
New Jersey Agriculture Market Overview
Burlington County NJ is a top blueberry and cranberry producing county. Cumberland and Salem counties produce the majority of NJ's fresh vegetable crop. The Cape May peninsula has active aquaculture operations. NJ farm-to-retail supply chains are short -- most produce reaches ShopRite or Stop & Shop within 24-48 hours of harvest, making pallet quality and food safety compliance critical.
Key customers and operations: NJ blueberry and cranberry growers (Burlington County), NJ tomato and vegetable packinghouses (Cumberland, Salem), NJ aquaculture (Cape May), farm-to-retail produce distributors serving ShopRite, Stop & Shop.
Port Access & ISPM-15 Availability
For agriculture operations shipping internationally through New Jersey, we supply ISPM-15 certified heat-treated pallets with documented treatment certificates. Primary port served: Port Newark-Elizabeth (largest US East Coast port).
New Jersey Coverage
Delivery area: All 21 New Jersey counties; next-day South Jersey agricultural counties.
Browse our All 21 New Jersey Counties directory for county-level information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Agriculture operations in New Jersey typically require GMA 48x40 Grade A food-grade stringer pallets; custom citrus/produce sizes; kiln-dried, no chemical treatment. Burlington County NJ is a top blueberry and cranberry producing county. Cumberland and Salem counties produce the majority of NJ's fresh vegetable crop. The Cape May peninsula has active aquaculture operations. NJ farm-to-retail supply chains are short -- most produce reaches ShopRite or Stop & Shop within 24-48 hours of harvest, making pallet quality and food safety compliance critical.
1-2 days throughout New Jersey. Contact us at (888) 271-7771 or submit a quote request for your specific New Jersey 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 New Jersey delivery.