United Fresh Launches 2017 Produce Industry Compensation Survey

The United Fresh Produce Association has launched its 2017 Compensation Survey for the fresh produce industry. The data collected will be published in an expansive research report that will assist produce industry employers in understanding critical compensation benchmarks.

Florida Strawberry Growers Association Presents 4th Annual Strawberry Picking Challenge

The Florida Strawberry Growers Association presents the fourth annual Strawberry Picking Challenge on February 10th and 11th. The unique charity event raises funds for the Redlands Christian Migrant Association and invites guests out to the farm for a day of strawberry picking and entertainment.

Chiquita Launches New California Banana Shipping Service

January 26, 2017 Chiquita®

Chiquita North America is proud to announce its dedicated new banana shipping service and supply chain improvements to better serve its West Coast customers. The new shipping service will reduce fruit transit time by half, resulting in 4-5 days from the banana production area to the Port of Hueneme-Los Angeles, CA . This will result in better quality and fresher bananas for Chiquita’s Western customers.

Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers Merchandising Program Now Ready

In the spring of 2016 Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG) announced its plans to design a Retail Educational Merchandising Program for the U.S. market. The program has been developed and is now ready to be shared with interested produce retailers in the Southeastern U.S.

Shawn D. Boyle Selected To Serve As President Of The Idaho Grower Shippers Association

On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Idaho Grower Shipper Association, I am excited to introduce the new President of the Association. He will be joining us the first week of February. Please take some time to come meet Shawn Boyle at the IGSA office on February 8th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. We will be providing delicious refreshments for your enjoyment.