2021 West Coast Produce Expo

Take a glimps at photos from the 2021 West Coast Produce Expo.

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This year’s West Coast Produce Expo was one for the books. After a long year (and a half) of avoiding COVID-19 and adjusting business practices, the produce industry got a glimpse of the new normal.

Attendees participated in the much anticipate golf tournament. It was held the morning of May 18 at The Arroyo Golf Club in Las Vegas.

With 29 four-person teams, the scramble tournament featured several contests throughout the course.

Matt Morgan, vice president of produce for Farm Journal, announced winners at a golfers’ luncheon at the Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa immediately after the event.

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After multiple (much needed) networking opportunities guests visited the expo floor. The Packer’s editor Tom Karst and retail editor Ashley Nickle gathered several photos from the event. Take a look at the photos below.

Also, take a look at what attendees are saying on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.

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