Creating Opportunities For Georgia's Produce Industry
November 9, 2015 | 1 min to read
A solid vision combined with an innovative approach to reach new markets can yield success in the ag industry. During a recent trip to Atlanta, Ga., I got a chance to talk to state and industry leaders who are using both to solidify the future of their respective organizations.
I joined a team of employees from the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) for a tour of the Atlanta State Farmers Market in Forest Park, Ga. Supporting truck, rail, and air access, the market is considered to be one of the premier terminal markets in the southeast. It includes more than 150 acres of retail, wholesale, and garden center space. We toured the historic market with the Georgia Department of Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black and his staff.
The tour included a stop at J.J. Jardina Co., Inc., a family-owned wholesaler that receives and distributes food from all over the world. USDA inspection services help the company maintain its reputation of distributing high-quality produce. They also use Market News data to help the company make informed decisions.
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