Quick Answer: What “Central Valley Refrigeration” Means for Growers
Central Valley refrigeration means refrigerated storage that preserves produce quality so growers can reduce losses and time sales for better market pricing. Proper cold storage can reduce spoilage, lower fumigation costs, and improve profits — but only when temperature and humidity are managed precisely for each commodity.
Facility Capacity and Configuration
Central Valley Cold Storage is located at Madera Airport Industrial Park in California’s Central Valley. The facility offers 254,000 sq ft of refrigerated space, 50 million pounds of capacity, and five independently controlled storage bays — each with settable temperature and humidity. It is SQF and CCOF certified, FDA registered, and fully FSMA compliant, powered by an off‑grid 1,200 kW solar array with large‑scale battery backup.
Temperature and Humidity Programs
Each of CVCS’s five bays can be set independently, supporting multiple commodities simultaneously:
| Program | Temperature | Humidity | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 34 °F | 50 % | Standard fresh produce |
| Rehab | 34 °F | 55 % | Moisture recovery after dry storage |
| Finishing | 36 °F | 50 % | Pre-shipment conditioning |
| Organic | 28 °F | 50 % | Certified organic / fumigation-free |
Organic and Fumigation-Free Storage
Fumigation-free cold storage is essential for certified organic products. The organic program at CVCS maintains 28 °F with 50 % humidity and avoids any fumigation treatment — preserving organic certification and protecting higher-margin inventory.
Food Safety and Compliance
CVCS carries SQF and CCOF certification and is FDA registered and FSMA compliant. The facility operates rigorous quality and inspection controls, with temperature-fluctuation alarms, fire and intrusion monitoring, and video surveillance.
Inventory Management and Customer Portal
An automated inventory management system provides real-time visibility into your stock. The customer portal supports reserving space, scheduling inbound and outbound, checking inventory status, and pulling reports — reducing paperwork and compliance risk.
Location Advantage: Madera Airport Industrial Park
Sitting in the heart of California’s agricultural belt, CVCS minimizes transit time from field to cold storage, protecting shelf-life and reducing the risk of temperature excursions before inventory is secured. Proximity to Central Valley growing regions is one of the facility’s key operational advantages.
Request a Quote
To receive accurate pricing, share: product type and commodity, target temperature / humidity program, expected volume, storage duration, inbound and outbound cadence, and organic or fumigation-free requirements. Contact CVCS here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What temperatures does Central Valley Cold Storage run?
General 34 °F / 50 % humidity, rehab 34 °F / 55 %, finishing 36 °F / 50 %, and organic 28 °F / 50 %.
Q: How much capacity does the facility have?
254,000 sq ft and 50 million pounds across five bays.
Q: Is the facility food-safety certified?
SQF and CCOF certified, FDA registered, and FSMA compliant.
Q: Do you offer organic, fumigation-free storage?
Yes — the organic program avoids fumigation to preserve certification.
Q: How do I request a quote?
Visit centralvalleycoldstorage.com/contact-us/ with product type, volume, and required conditions.
