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The organization says it is offering social media graphics, sample posts and videos to highlight the vital role farmworkers play in the fresh produce industry.
The company plans to double its United Kingdom footprint by adding stores across various London neighborhoods, introducing its smaller Daily Shop format to the international market.
To commemorate the International Year of the Woman Farmer, the commission is highlighting contributions of trailblazing California avocado growers.
In its newly released Organic Market Report, the organization says organics posted an annual growth rate of 6.8% in 2025, with produce leading all categories.
The produce grower distinguished itself as the only fresh-food company on a list dominated by major packaged goods, signaling a significant shift in Canadian consumer preference toward high-quality, nonprocessed options.
The company has appointed José Manuel Madero Garza to its board of directors to help guide the company’s strategic growth and international expansion.
The company, which says the new format maintains berry quality, has also launched a first-ever 10-day freshness guarantee.
Arizona native Pat Tucker, who helped grow the regional farm into a year-round international melon supplier, will continue to serve as a consultant.
The third-party verified eco-label that certifies farms for pollinator and biodiversity conservation says it can offer reduced licensing fees and a simpler licensing experience for growers and brands.
The longtime Oppy veteran and former shareholder, known for his “people-first” philosophy and sense of humor, spent nearly 30 years shaping the Canadian produce trade.