Washington Apple Commission Board of Directors Announcement

December 19, 2018 Washington Apple Commission

The Washington Apple Commission welcomes two new members and three reappointed members to the Board of Directors.

Spring Policy Summit to Feature USMCA/NAFTA Negotiator Salvador Behar

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas will be hosting the Spring Policy Summit March 19-20, 2019, at the Tubac Golf Resort and Spa in Tubac, Arizona. The FPAA is excited to present several new speakers this year.

Naturipe’s Director of Food Safety and Social Responsibility Speaks at GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2018

December 19, 2018 Naturipe Farms

Naturipe’s Director of Food Safety and Social Responsibility Donna Lynn Browne, spoke on several panels at GLOBALG.A.P. SUMMIT 2018 in Lima, Peru.

Dalton Thomas announced as 2019 Apple Citizen of the Year

December 19, 2018 Starr Ranch Growers

Dalton Thomas has been named 2019 Apple Citizen of the Year. Festival Administrator Darci Christoferson and Former Wenatchee Valley College Athletic Director, Sandy Cooprider surprised Dalton with the award at the Oneonta Starr Ranch Growers Christmas Party at the Wenatchee Golf and Country Club.

Equitable Food Initiative Charts its Progress in 2018

December 19, 2018 Equitable Food Initiative

In 2018, Equitable Food Initiative welcomed two new companies to its list of certified growers, unveiled a new website, earned the prestigious Hermes Creative and Telly awards for its updated brand logo and new video series, and published articles on ways the fresh produce industry can put the new Ethical Charter on Responsible Labor Practices into action.