Tanimura & Antle

Tanimura & Antle

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Salinas, California 13,645 followers

Quality, Service, and Innovation with employee owners exhibiting the right Principles, Ownership, & Accountability

About us

Founded in 1982, Tanimura & Antle is an employee-owned family farming business with a four generation legacy and a passionate commitment to growing premium quality produce. Built on a partnership between two families, with a shared commitment to always value employees as its greatest asset, the founding families now share ownership with all employees — from farming and harvest crews to management — through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As one of the largest independent vegetable growers in the United States, Tanimura & Antle farms more than 36,000 acres of rich, fertile farmland and ships a full line of premium fresh conventional, organic and greenhouse-grown produce products throughout North America, Europe and Asia.

Industry
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Salinas, California
Type
Privately Held
Founded
1982
Specialties
Romaine & Romaine Heart Lettuces, Iceberg Lettuce, Red and Green Leaf, Endive & Escarole, Boston & Butter Lettuce, Artisan Sweet Red Onions, Colored Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Innovation, Quality, Artisan Lettuce, Artisan Romaine, Artisan Sweet Gem, Artisan Sweet Broccoli, and Service

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Employees at Tanimura & Antle

Updates

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    We're just a week away from the International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta! We're excited to connect with our peers, vendors, valued customers, and industry leaders as we showcase what makes Tanimura & Antle stand out - premium quality and sustainable innovation. Be sure to stop by booth #B639 to meet with our team, learn about the Tanimura & Antle difference, and enjoy delicious recipe samples featuring our premium fresh produce items. 🥗 #taproduce #IFPAglobalproduceshow #freshproduce

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    At Tanimura & Antle, we're proud to offer Artisan Sweet Broccoli, a product that blends innovation with quality and sustainability. Known for its delicate flavor and tender bite, it’s a premium choice for both restaurant menus and home kitchens alike, offering versatility and customer satisfaction. Like all of our Artisan products, Artisan Sweet Broccoli is grown with care, using less water and fewer inputs while delivering the same high-quality standards Tanimura & Antle is known for. This product is part of our ongoing commitment to fresh produce innovation and sustainable farming practices that meet the evolving tastes of consumers. With our Artisan family marking it's 15 year anniversary this year, our Artisan Broccoli is just one of our six Artisan products. We're proud to ensure that you can confidently stock your shelves and menus with the best. #taproduce #agriculture #freshproduce #innovation #artisanbroccoli

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    As we continue through the Salinas Valley growing season, the demand for our premium quality, fresh lettuces is as strong as ever. By staying ahead of consumer trends through product development, we ensure that our produce is not only fresh but also aligns with the evolving expectations for flavor, texture sustainability and more. Our commitment to sustainable farming goes beyond growing our crops. It's about leading the conversation on how agriculture can balance feeding the world and care for our planet. As leaders in the industry, we’re always innovating, finding new ways to enhance yield while enhancing our environmental responsibility. With fewer days in the field and less resources required from seed to harvest, our Artisan family of produce delivers on that promise 🌱 Do you know which varieties of lettuces each of these are? #taproduce #lettuce #freshproduce #cagrown #farming #agriculture

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    Last week, we celebrated #NationalTruckDriverAppreciationWeek! We’re grateful for the hard work and dedication of the drivers who ensure our premium, fresh produce reaches customers nationwide. 🚚🥗 To show our appreciation, some of our employee owners went out to our Salinas Cooler to personally pay tribute to the dedicated truck drivers. As a token of our gratitude, we handed out Tanimura & Antle hats each day to recognize their integral role and the many hours they spend on the road 👏 Thank you, truck drivers, for all you do! #taproduce #freshproduce #truckdrivers

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    We are looking for a temporary Employee Resources Associate to join our Human Resources Team in Yuma! In this role, you will serve as the first point of contact for employees, job applicants, guests, and other visitors. If this is a position that meets your interests and you are passionate about contributing to a company with deep roots in agriculture, we'd love to hear from you! 📅 Apply today! https://lnkd.in/gp7e7Npu #taproduce #hiring #agjobs #hrjobs #freshproduce #yumajobs

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    Tanimura & Antle is proud to be a longtime supporter of Relay For Life of Salinas benefiting the American Cancer Society. This past Saturday, our team joined the Relay for Life event in downtown Salinas. At the event, we hosted a produce market featuring Tanimura & Antle products, donated Monterey Bay FC soccer game tickets to the silent auction, and raffled off two tickets to our 2025 Lobsterfest fundraiser dinner. Thanks to the dedication of our employee owners, the Tanimura & Antle team has raised over $96,000 for the American Cancer Society this year, ranking us #1 out of 81 participating teams! 🎗️💜 We are proud to support an incredible organization and thankful for our employee-owners’ efforts and dedication to our surrounding community. #taproduce #relayforlife #americancancersociety

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    We’re proud to introduce Mario Higareda as our September Employee Spotlight! 🎉 Mario has been a dedicated part of the Tanimura & Antle family for 25 years, starting originally as a contractor in our nursery and now serving as our Nursery Foreperson. His commitment, leadership, and problem-solving skills make him an invaluable asset to our team. As his supervisor, Rick Shido, says, “Mario knows what needs to be done before I even have to ask. He’s dedicated, personable, and honest – a true leader in the nursery.” Mario's hard work, leadership and determination make him an irreplaceable part of team. His journey is an inspiring example of loyalty, perseverance, and excellence. Join us in celebrating Mario and his incredible contributions to Tanimura & Antle! 👏 #taproduce #employeespotlight #employeeappreciation #freshproduce #agriculture

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    This romaine is ready to be harvested and field packed for freshness 🥗 At Tanimura & Antle, our romaine lettuce is known for its premium quality, a testament to our dedication to sustainable and meticulous, vertically integrated farming practices. Grown in the rich soils of the Salinas Valley this time of the year, this crop is a prime example of our ongoing commitment to provide the freshest, highest-quality produce to our customers. Each head of romaine is carefully nurtured from seed to harvest, ensuring that it meets our strict standards for taste, texture, and nutrition. Whether it’s for a fresh salad or a delicious wrap, our romaine hearts are a healthy and versatile choice that adds value to any meal. #taproduce #romainelettuce #sustainablefarming #qualityproduce #agriculture #californiaagriculture

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    This year, we're excited to be celebrating 15 years of excellence with our Tanimura & Antle Artisan® Lettuce! 🎉 For the past decade and a half, Tanimura & Antle Artisan® Lettuce has redefined the lettuce category with its exceptional taste, texture, and proprietary packaging attributes. From pioneering the concept of mini lettuce heads to enhancing sustainability from farm to fork, we’re proud to provide a proprietary product that consistently delights consumers and chefs alike. 🥗 “From the very beginning, our mission has been to bring the best of what agriculture has to offer to our valued customers. Our Tanimura & Antle Artisan® Lettuce is a shining example of our commitment to innovation, delivering a product that is not only superior in flavor and texture but also in the advantages it offers in sustainability,” said Scott Grabau, President & CEO of Tanimura & Antle. Thank you to all our partners, customers, and team members who have made this milestone possible. Here’s to many more years of innovation and excellence! Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3XkA58T #taproduce #agriculture #innovation #sustainability #freshproduce #artisanlettuce

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    Harvesting Iceberg Lettuce right in our own front yard in Spreckels, CA 📍 At Tanimura & Antle, our Iceberg lettuce is more than just a commodity — its a legacy. As the first lettuce variety grown and shipped by the Tanimura and Antle families, it’s a reflection of our commitment to sustainable farming, innovation, and teamwork for over 40 years. Every head of our Iceberg Lettuce is hand-harvested with care, ensuring premium quality and unmatched freshness from our fields to your table. Proudly grown in our strategic, seasonal growing regions throughout California and Arizona, our harvest operations are powered by the passion and commitment of our employee owners. #taproduce #freshproduce #iceberglettuce #grocerystorefinds #farming #agriculture

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