Month: October 2016

The Guatemalan Produce Trade Association (GPTA) will hold its second meeting during the PMA’s Fresh Summit in Orlando, FL, on October 14th. During the meeting, members will discuss the future direction of the association and its goals for the coming year. …

Category Partners has announced the promotion of Adam Brohimer to fill the position of President. Category Partners’ recent and rapid growth has required significant expansion on the analytics team and expanded roles throughout the company. …

Alsum Farms & Produce Inc. will introduce a 3 lb. Gourmet Potato Pouch Pack at the PMA Fresh Summit on October 15 and 16, 2016 in Orlando. Stop by the Alsum Farms & Produce Booth# 1429 at Fresh Summit to see firsthand and sample the newest products to the Alsum specialty potato line.   …

The Southeast Produce Council has officially appointed their new Board of Directors President for 2016-2017, Teri Miller of Fresh Market. The introduction of the council’s first female president was made on September 29, 2016 at the General Session Luncheon hosted at the SEPC’s recent Southern Innovations Symposium conference in Williamsburg, VA. …

The Duckwall Fruit Company of Hood River, Oregon has introduced their 2 lb. pear pouch bag in time to be shown to retailers at PMA’s Fresh Summit in Orlando, FL. …