The Somerset Medical Center Foundation, which raises funding for the Somerset Medical Center in Somerville, proudly joins the Eastern Produce Council (EPC) during their monthly dinner meeting at The Manor in West Orange. The March 16 meeting was sponsored by the California Strawberry Commission and Earthbound Farm, the world’s largest grower of organic produce. Pictured from left to right are: George Jonkoski, Director of Food & Nutrition Services, Somerset Medical Center; Paul Kneeland, Vice President, Eastern Produce Council; Donna Castronovo, Director of Special Events, Somerset Medical Center Foundation; Dean Holmquist, President, Eastern Produce Council; John McAleavey, Executive Director, Eastern Produce Council; and Laura Fino, Assistant Vice President, Somerset Medical Center Foundation.The Medical Center is the first hospital to join the EPC.
The Eastern Produce Council is a nonprofit organization with over 420 members from 17 states directly involved in the produce industry. The organization is dedicated to the use of fresh fruits and vegetables – “Our Most Natural Food.”
Source: Gardener News
