V. Marchese Achieves Top-Tier Rating in 2025 PrimusGFS Food Safety Certification
June 10, 2025 | 2 min to read
V. Marchese, a family-owned wholesaler based in Milwaukee, achieved an outstanding 99% score in its latest PrimusGFS Food Safety Certification audit, reflecting its commitment to sanitation and operational excellence. This certification assesses the entire food supply chain, ensuring safety for customers and partners alike. Brian Waldron, HACCP Manager, emphasized that this achievement underscores their dedication to exceeding industry standards and maintaining customer trust in their high-quality products.
Milwaukee Wholesaler Earns 99% Score in Most Recent Audit
Milwaukee, WI – V. Marchese, a family-owned wholesaler offering fresh produce, dairy, and spices throughout the Midwest, has once again earned top marks in its annual PrimusGFS Food Safety Certification audit—this year achieving an impressive 99 percent rating.
PrimusGFS is a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) recognized audit Certification Program that has long been used across the food industry, particularly in fresh produce. Depending on the operation being audited, PrimusGFS audits cover Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS), Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). With certifications in 22 countries and endorsements from more than 7,000 organizations, PrimusGFS sets a rigorous international benchmark for food safety.
“We are extremely proud of the 99 percent score we achieved on this year’s certification,” said Brian Waldron, HACCP Manager and certified safety instructor at V. Marchese. “It reflects our ongoing commitment to sanitation, safety and operational excellence. Food safety is embedded into our culture, and this certification underscores our leadership in maintaining the highest industry standards.”
The PrimusGFS certification examines every aspect of the food supply chain that V. Marchese oversees, from farm to foodservice, retailer or institution. The audit specifically evaluates how the company prioritizes safety—not just for customers, but for employees and partners throughout the supply chain.
“This recognition is the result of the hard work and dedication of our entire team,” Waldron added. “We are not only meeting expectations—we are exceeding them. Our customers count on us for quality, and this score reaffirms that trust.”
About V. Marchese
V. Marchese, Inc. is a family-owned wholesaler providing fresh produce, dairy, and spices to customers in convenience, education, food service, grocery, hospitality, restaurant, and other food industry sectors across the Midwest. For over 90 years, the company has delivered high-quality products with a relentless focus on food safety, innovation, and customer service. Headquartered in Milwaukee, V. Marchese serves more than 2,000 customers across 10 states. Learn more at www.vmarchese.com.