Welcome to Organic North

We’re a members run co-operative, the largest and longest-established wholesalers of certified organic produce in the north and from our base on New Smithfield’s Market in Manchester, we’re on a mission to help mend our broken, wasteful and polluting food system. We’ve enjoyed close relationships with some of our farmers for over 25 years and it is on this basis that we have been able to consistently provide UK grocers, veg-box schemes, food processors, buyer’s co-ops and many more besides with their weekly organic fruit & veg.

However, though it remains very gratifying for us to supply so many independent enterprises, the ways to wholesale are numerous and it is specifically the way that we work that generates us so many loyal customers and provides us with the satisfaction to keep on keeping on. We do things quite differently at Organic North and here’s a glimpse as to how:

  • Low waste

    We run a unique pre-ordering system that ensures that we supply only the freshest/most nutritious produce and stock/waste absolutely no produce- nada, zilcho! Regarding packaging, the vast majority of what we sell is loose and plastic-free. We are constantly looking for compostable alternatives to any plastic that our growers use and we also run a return service for empty boxes so that they can be continuously re-used.

  • Fair and competitively priced

    Organic food should not only be the preserve of the privileged. We were not set up to make profit and as a co-op, having no private shareholders allows us to keep mark-ups low, pay our staff well and settle our suppliers’ invoices quickly.

  • Huge range

    We pride ourselves on the choice that we’re able to offer our customers year-round. Our weekly offering is the largest in the UK and alongside a broad selection of fruit & veg, we are also able to provide, eggs, dairy, breads, pulses, oils, ferments and plenty more besides. We’ll have some wines and beers on the list pretty soon too.

  • Seasonal & local

    Everything we provide is as locally sourced as possible and our import goods are almost exclusively European. We follow the seasons and if there’s a break in the supply of broccoli or green beans, we’re not air-freighting any in from Kenya, ever! We also appreciate that provenance is important to our customers and therefore all farms and their locations are clearly listed each week on our price-lists.

  • Cooperative

    We help to establish new growers and support them by providing them with a route to market for their crops, whilst working alongside many fellow co-ops, community interest groups and charities such as the Camphill Trust and Bridge Community Farm.

So, if you’re in the UK and are looking for a supplier of certified organic produce, look no further. Simply fill in the form on the right of the screen, email us on info@organicnorth.co.uk or give us a bell on 0161 223 4944 and we’ll do our best to get you started.

Get in Touch

If you are a retailer or supplier and are interested in working with us, please go to the Work with us page:

    Meet our Producers

    Meet Royal Oak Farm Organics – one of our key suppliers based in Lancashire.

    Hodmedodds

    The multi-award winning company Hodmedod was founded in 2012 to supply organic beans, peas and pulses, grown by British farmers.

    They are particularly interested in searching out less well-known foods, like the fava bean – grown in Britain since the Iron Age but now almost forgotten – and black badger peas.

    Find out more from co-founder Josiah Meldrum.

    A day in the life….

    What happens at Organic North HQ.

    What our pals think about us…

    We have watched Organic North grow from strength to strength over the years we have been supplying them, but they have been careful to stick to their green roots and are always a total pleasure to work with

    Cheers

    Pam, Strawberry Fields (Boston, Lincs)

    Organic North Wholesalers have been supplying our business since 2015, what a wonderful 4 years! All the staff provide an outstanding service, they always go the extra mile! The produce supplied speaks for its self, always top quality & well sourced. We have been a customer from day 1 of us opening & they have helped us grow our business with the amazing produce supplied that we sell whole & make into wholesome lunches for our cafe. The amount of customers who comment on how tasty the produce is, is a daily occurrence. They only deal with certified organic growers & producers so we don’t have to worry about anything being conventional on the weekly price list. Big up Organic North! Huge appreciation!

    Vicky Leeming, Founder of Freedom Organics Ltd

    It has been, and will continue to be such a pleasure to work with Organic North, a great team who supply excellent produce. The team are friendly, professional and quick to resolve any issues.

    Helen Fenby, Loch Arthur (Dumfries)

    Organic North are supplying us with a wide range of local fruit and veg for our box scheme all year round, they pay great attention to the quality of the produce and are providing excellent customer service. It’s always a pleasure to work with such an enthusiastic team! Highly recommended

    Clem Bonneau, Regather (Sheffield)

    Organic North is an invaluable wholesaler partner for our family business in the Manchester and Yorkshire region. Acorn Dairy organic milk retailers & food service establishments receive the same attention to detail from Organic North, as they would from us directly. The team are informed and enthusiastic about their range, focussed on customer service and are a delight to do business with. Their energy is catching! Highly recommended.

    Caroline Bell, Acorn Dairy (Darlington)

    As a supplier for and customer of Organic North I am happy with the helpfulness and friendliness of the team at promoting us as a small artisan producer as well as knowing when I need great quality organic oranges for marmalade at a competitive price, then Organic North are my best option.

    Thanks for a great service!

    Tracey Corfield , Food Production Manager (Botton Village)

    If you are looking for a wholesaler with an extensive range of quality fresh produce from specially selected farms, delivered accurately, professionally and friendly throughout the team, then look no further! You’ve found a gem.

    I couldn’t be happier with the service Organic North continues to provide and the joy it brings to my Tuesdays! Thank you!

    Debi Jones, Out of this World Leeds

    When we originally started working with Organic North, we had to make a few changes internally to be able to work around the logistics of packing fresh product from our nursery on the Isle of Wight and getting it to their depot in time. The efforts were totally worth it and we are really proud of the relationship we’ve grown. They are a pleasure to work with and we hope to be working with them for several years to come!

    Daniella Voisey, Sales & Marketing Manager, The Tomato Stall (Isle of Wight)

    Organic North is the place to go for quality organic produce at competitive prices- always a pleasure to deal with and such a reliable, organised and friendly team. Simply the best!
    We love you!

    Julia Wright, Manic Organic Farm Shop (Scarisbrick)

    Fantastic people to deal with! We have been having weekly deliveries from these guys for years. Their service is wonderful and the produce is top notch.
    Best Wishes

    Carol Dines, Co-founder │The Real Food Company

    We love organic north, they offer great quality, fresh, interesting, tasty organic produce, exceptional service, provided by friendly, funny, professional staff. Well done guys, keep up the good work.

    Jo Carpenter, The Natural Choice (Rhos-on-Sea)

    Organic North’s service is really good- everytime we place an order they confirm it and if there are things that are not going to be available they email with an alternative. Their produce is always to a high standard and is very fresh.

    Thanks!

    Nicola Welford, Botton Village

    Organic Champion – Sean Ruffell

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    Organic North Monkey