In a Company release Sprouts Farmers Market announced opening of their seventh distribution center in the U.S. near Orlando, FL. creating 57 new full-time jobs. The distribution center will serve 23 existing stores in the State in addition to ten proposed new locations. The facility adds to locations in Colorado, California, Arizona, Texas and Georgia.  The purpose-built center includes refrigerated storage and fruit-ripening rooms.  Sprouts recently partnered with Penske Logistics to operate a dedicated a transportation fleet serving stores within 250 miles.

In commenting on the new facility, Scott Neal, Chief Fresh Merchandising Officer stated, "we have put together a team of local produce buyers to bring to market the freshest local product available".