INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – The Produce Mom announces the addition of Mann Packing to her family of trusted partners. Mann’s is a leading provider of washed and ready-to-eat fresh vegetables and one of the world’s largest suppliers of fresh broccoli and sugar snap peas in North America.
“As a mom-owned company, Mann’s holds a very special place not only in my heart, but also my dinner table. Their large selection of ready-to-use vegetables shows they really understand the daily needs of families,” said Lori Taylor, The Produce Mom.
With three generations of families working for Mann’s, the company distributes more than 35 commodity and fresh-cut washed and ready-to-use vegetables, including Broccoli Wokly®, Broccoli Cole Slaw, Vegetable Medley, Broccolini® and their ever-popular, award-winning Stringless Sugar Snap Peas.
“All of us at Mann’s are excited to work with The Produce Mom and connect with more consumers. We are especially looking forward to sharing our new Snap Pea Sensations products with busy, time-starved families everywhere,” said Lori Bigras, Marketing Manager, Mann Packing.
Taylor continued, “Mann’s new Snap Pea Sensations™ kits are one of my favorite new produce products this season. I’m always looking for quick ways to serve fruits and vegetables and the Snap Pea Sensations kits have been a hit in my home. We like them sautéed and served warm or even served cold for a quick snack.”
About Mann Packing
Mann Packing is located in Salinas, CA, in the heart of America’s salad bowl. Mann’s carries the distinguished certification by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) – the most widely recognized and respected certification in the United States for women’s business enterprises.
An industry leading, third-generation supplier of premium fresh vegetables – including commodity products and fresh veg mixes, dishes and salads – Mann’s is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2014.
Staying on the cutting edge of package and product innovation has made Mann’s a regarded consumer brand; being vigilant on food safety practices and compliancy regulations has made them a trusted brand among retailers and consumers alike. Solid relationships with its grower partners ensure Mann’s ability to continually offer the freshest, most wholesome vegetable products in the market.
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About The Produce Mom®
Launched in January 2012, The Produce Mom is the official blog and consumer brand of Indianapolis Fruit Company, a supplier of fresh fruits and vegetables to retailers in more than 14 Midwestern states. The blog is authored by Lori Taylor, Marketing Manager, wife and mother. She combines her professional and personal experiences to share relevant industry knowledge with consumers.
The Produce Mom provides consumers with information on how to select, store and serve fruits and vegetables through resources such as the Find Your Favorite® elementary school education program, the Produce Mom Picks® initiative in grocery stores and restaurants, an online recipe directory, blog posts, social media and partnerships with fruit and vegetable suppliers.
As The Produce Mom, Lori has received national recognitions, including the top 40 Under Forty from Produce Business Magazine, Fruit & Veggies–More Matters Industry Champion by Produce for Better Health Foundation, Walt Disney Kids Concern, Well Dunn Recipient by the WNBA Indiana Fever, Woman of Influence by the National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health, Indiana’s Most Influential Dame at the Social Media Summit, a community partner for the Indianapolis Public Schools’ Foodservice Department and one of the most influential produce industry professionals in the “Packer 25” by leading trade journal, The Packer.
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