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How Paradigm uses the Costco approach to sourcing generic manufacturing in China: A peek into how the industry works
Sourcing & manufacturingSep 29, 2026
Why Paradigm Inputs skips China's traders, partners with back-integrated manufacturers and tests every batch, taking its lead from Costco.
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Ag chemistry, cost savings, and the broker model, explained

Sourcing & manufacturing

How Paradigm uses the Costco approach to sourcing generic manufacturing in China: A peek into how the industry works