Wild Garlic Season: How HANNON Transport is Delivering Freshness from Europe to Ireland

At HANNON Transport, we take immense pride in delivering fresh, temperature-controlled produce from across Europe to Ireland. As specialists in Groupage (Less-than-Truckload, or LTL) logistics, we offer flexible and efficient solutions for businesses needing to transport anything from a single pallet to a full load. Our expertise lies in understanding the complexities of the fresh produce supply chain, ensuring that perishable goods are transported with precision, reliability, and utmost care. One seasonal product that has increasingly found its way onto our trucks is Wild Garlic.

Wild Garlic – A Growing Fresh Produce Trend

Wild Garlic, or Allium ursinum, is an aromatic herb renowned for its bold garlicky flavour and remarkable versatility in the kitchen. From soups and salads to pestos and risottos, this seasonal herb has become a prized ingredient in many culinary applications. Wild Garlic is particularly valued for its delicate, yet pungent, flavour, making it a sought-after product among food enthusiasts and chefs alike.

At present, Wild Garlic is in full season, and its demand has soared across Ireland. Though it is native to Ireland and grows in damp woodlands during spring, the majority of Wild Garlic harvested for commercial purposes is sourced from neighbouring regions such as France and Germany. These countries provide a dependable supply during the peak growing period, enabling us to supplement local production and meet rising demand across Ireland.

However, while Wild Garlic can be foraged locally, the availability of the herb can vary considerably from year to year. This inconsistency creates challenges in ensuring a continuous supply to meet market needs. It is here that HANNON Transport plays a pivotal role. By sourcing Wild Garlic from European growers, we bridge the gap between local and international supply, guaranteeing a reliable and consistent flow of this high-demand product.

A Perfect Fit for Groupage

While Wild Garlic may still be considered a niche item in the broader fresh produce market, it is an ideal product for our Groupage service. Groupage allows smaller shipments of fresh produce to be consolidated, reducing transportation costs while maintaining efficiency. This makes it a perfect fit for businesses that require smaller volumes of Wild Garlic, or any perishable product, without the need for a full truckload.

The advantage of our Groupage service lies in its flexibility. Rather than waiting to accumulate a full load of goods, businesses can combine their Wild Garlic consignments with other products and ship them together, resulting in significant cost savings. This not only increases efficiency but also ensures that smaller producers, wholesalers, and importers can still benefit from competitive transport rates.

Our Groupage service accommodates the full spectrum of fresh produce shipments, from single pallets to multiple tonnes. It’s especially advantageous for items like Wild Garlic, which might be harvested in smaller quantities or during a specific season, allowing businesses to ship in line with actual demand. Whether you are shipping a few boxes or multiple pallets, our Groupage service ensures that your Wild Garlic will be transported swiftly and securely.

Optimising Freshness with Our Primever Partnership

In our ongoing commitment to delivering the freshest produce, we are excited to announce our new partnership with Primever. This strategic collaboration enhances our ability to provide a specialised Fresh Fruit & Vegetable (FFV) service from France to Ireland.

The new service ensures Day 1 collection in France and Day 4 delivery in Ireland. This efficient and expedited service guarantees that highly perishable goods like Wild Garlic remain in peak condition throughout the journey. Fresh produce is a time-sensitive product, and it is critical that it is transported quickly to avoid deterioration. The Primever partnership enables us to fulfil this need, ensuring that produce like Wild Garlic arrives in Ireland with minimal transit time, preserving its freshness, flavour, and overall quality.

Additionally, by utilising temperature-controlled transport, we can regulate and maintain the correct conditions for perishable items like Wild Garlic. This service is a key factor in ensuring that, from collection to delivery, your goods are kept at the optimum temperature, reducing the risks associated with spoilage or degradation. This level of efficiency and care is precisely what distinguishes HANNON Transport in the competitive logistics market.

Why Choose HANNON Transport?

At HANNON Transport, we understand that delivering fresh produce is about more than simply moving goods from one place to another. It’s about ensuring that every step of the journey is managed with precision to maintain the highest standards of freshness and quality. Here are the key reasons businesses trust us to handle their fresh produce logistics:

• Reliable Temperature-Controlled Logistics: We specialise in temperature-controlled transportation, ensuring that your fresh produce, including Wild Garlic, remains at the correct temperature throughout its journey. This is essential for preserving quality and ensuring it arrives in optimal condition.
• Flexible Groupage Service: Our Groupage service is ideal for businesses that don’t require a full load but still want to take advantage of efficient, cost-effective transport. Whether you are shipping a small batch of Wild Garlic or a more substantial consignment, we offer flexibility and reliability to meet your needs.
• Industry Expertise: We have extensive experience in transporting fresh fruit and vegetables, and we are trusted by suppliers across Europe. Our in-depth knowledge of the sector allows us to deliver consistently high levels of service and expertise to our clients.
• Fast & Efficient Routes: Our newly launched France-to-Ireland FFV service ensures quick turnaround times, with Day 1 collection and Day 4 delivery. This is particularly beneficial for highly perishable goods like Wild Garlic, which requires rapid transit to maintain its quality.
• Customised Solutions: Whether you are an importer, wholesaler, distributor, or food service provider, we offer tailored transport solutions to suit the unique requirements of your business.

Transporting Wild Garlic and More

At HANNON Transport, we are more than just a logistics provider. We are a dedicated partner in your supply chain, committed to ensuring that your products are delivered efficiently, on time, and in perfect condition. Whether you are shipping Wild Garlic, seasonal produce, or any other perishable goods, we have the expertise and infrastructure to support your logistics needs.

If you are interested in shipping fresh produce with confidence and efficiency, contact HANNON Transport today. Our team of specialists is here to provide you with reliable, cost-effective, and tailored transport solutions for all your fresh produce needs. Let us help you meet the growing demand for Wild Garlic and other high-quality ingredients with ease and precision.