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Testimony by Matthew D'Arrigo, Owner of Hunts Point Produce Market, on the Hunts Point Market and Produce Distribution in NYC

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    Matthew D'Arrigo, an owner at Hunts Point Produce Market for 51 years, provides insights into the market's operations, its importance to NYC's food distribution, and plans for redevelopment. He emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between the market and small green grocers in the city, as well as the challenges and unique characteristics of produce distribution in the dense urban environment.

    • The planned rebuild of Hunts Point Market would increase cold storage capacity by about 50%, from current 28,000-30,000 pallet positions to 42,000.
    • The market operates on a day-to-day trading basis, with prices fluctuating based on supply and demand, often maintaining a slight oversupply to drive bargains for consumers.
    • The market and its customers typically have only 3-4 days of produce supply, ensuring freshness and rapid turnover.