Donna Strengthens Its Logistics Platform with Linda Vista Cold Storage Investment

The City of Donna continues to establish itself as a strategic hub for logistics and product distribution in the South Texas region following the opening of Linda Vista Cold Storage, a project representing the creation of more than 50 jobs.

The new facility was developed by McDaniel & Chirico Worldwide and will operate as a distribution center specializing in fresh produce, primarily avocados, lemons, limes and mangoes sourced from Mexico.

Michael Chirico, president of McDaniel & Chirico Worldwide, said the project was the result of approximately five years of planning and development.

“Donna is the heart of the Valley,” Chirico said, highlighting the city’s location, its connectivity through international bridges, as well as its infrastructure, workforce and community support.

Capacity to Support the Supply Chain

Linda Vista Cold Storage currently has approximately 1,000 pallet positions of refrigerated storage capacity with the possibility of adding between 300 and 400 additional pallets. The 50,000-square-foot facility includes 30,000 square feet of refrigerated space, with plans to expand by an additional 30,000 square feet in the near future.

The facility also features produce-ripening capabilities and a state-of-the-art packing line, allowing the company to provide additional services as products move through the distribution process.

The company’s business model involves receiving agricultural products from Mexico and redistributing them to markets across the United States. According to Chirico, the company serves a national customer base.

The new facility therefore becomes part of a supply chain connecting Mexican producers with U.S. consumers and businesses, leveraging South Texas’ border and logistics infrastructure.

Opportunities for Mexican Producers

One of the key opportunities highlighted by Chirico is the region’s potential to support companies and agricultural producers from Mexico seeking to expand their presence in the U.S. market.

He noted that there are significant opportunities for producers using South Texas international crossings as part of their cross-border trade operations, particularly as demand grows for specialized infrastructure capable of maintaining perishable products under controlled conditions throughout the distribution process.

Demand for refrigerated storage is closely tied to the agricultural and fresh produce industries, which represent major markets for this type of logistics infrastructure.

Donna Positioned for Continued Growth

Beyond its initial investment and job creation, Linda Vista Cold Storage plans to continue expanding its operations in Donna.

Chirico said the company has developed a five-year plan focused on continued growth and expansion, along with the creation of new jobs and opportunities for local residents.

The company also highlighted the support it has received from the City of Donna in areas including infrastructure, permitting and assistance with operational needs.

Meanwhile, the Donna Economic Development Corporation (Donna EDC) welcomed Linda Vista Cold Storage to the city’s growing business community through social media, describing the investment as another example of Donna’s position as the “Center of Opportunity.”

With this investment, Donna is adding new capacity to its logistics infrastructure, strengthening its role in the flow of agricultural products between Mexico and the United States and further positioning the city as a strategic location for nationwide distribution.