MX Papaya Industry Introduces Best Practices Document, Outlines Next Steps

After nearly 10 months of international collaboration between stakeholders, researchers and government officials in both the US and Mexico – the Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) and United Fresh Produce Association (UFPA) are pleased to announce the release of the “Food Safety Best Practices Guide for the Growing & Handling of Mexican Papaya, First Edition.”

Viva Fresh 2020 Expo Postponement

According to Dante Galeazzi, President & CEO of TIPA, “Due to the evolving Coronavirus situation and because the health and safety of our attendees, exhibitors, staff and volunteers are our top priorities, we will not be moving forward with the Viva Fresh Expo as scheduled on April 29 – May 2.

Viva Fresh Open Golf Tournament Honors Ken Martin While Raising Funds for Scholarships

This year’s charity golf tournament will be named in the posthumous honor of Ken Martin, founder of Rio Queen Citrus. The 2020 Viva Fresh Open golf tournament will be held April 30th at the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort’s prestigious TPC San Antonio (Oaks & Canyons) golf courses.

Texas Produce Industry Leaders Inducted into Hall of Fame

Nearly 260 produce industry professionals and family members attended the 2020 Texas International Produce Association’s Hall of Fame ceremony on Monday evening, January 27th, at the McAllen Country Club in McAllen, Texas. Every seat and every table was completely filled to pay tribute to the evening’s honorees.

Viva Fresh Clean Eating Challengers are Making Huge Strides in Achieving Results

After launching the Clean Eating Challenge this past November, the participants continued to excel through the holiday season and into the new year.