The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas will hold the 2024 Spring Policy Summit on April 3 at the Tubac Golf Resort and Spa in Tubac, Ariz.
The event is dedicated to cultivating meaningful discussions surrounding policies and regulations impacting the importation of fresh produce, according to a news release. The summit has a history of facilitating open dialogues between industry leaders and government agencies from the U.S., Mexico and Canada, the FPAA said.
“Our commitment is stronger than ever to guide the produce industry through positive changes,” FPAA President Lance Jungmeyer said in the release. “Year after year, we find our policy summit is a great incubator for innovation and advancements between government and industry. The 2024 Spring Policy Summit is a unique opportunity for collaboration, education, and shaping the future of our industry.”
Highlights of the summit agenda include the North American Produce Food Safety Working Group and a luncheon with the keynote speaker.
Key educational topics include, according to the release:
- Reducing the impact of port disruptions — U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other agencies must plan for contingencies when ports are disrupted, such as for migrant issues, but also for other emerging issues.
- Food safety hot topics — Traceability implementation, cantaloupe recall, Canada using SENASICA SRRC Certification, update from FDA SW Import District.
- D.C. update — Stay informed about political developments and upcoming regulations, including a focus on organic enforcement.
- Elections — Explore the impact of major 2024 elections in Mexico and the U.S and the effects on policies and trade.
- Tomato update — Gain insights into the latest developments, including the Tomato Suspension Agreement.
Sponsorship opportunities at the SPS. More information is available at freshfrommexico.com/sps-2024-sponsorships or by contacting Emmis Yubeta at emmis@freshfrommexico.com or Saul Macias at saul@freshfrommexico.com.
For more information on the agenda and to register, visit freshfrommexico.com/spring-policy-summit-2024 or contact Yubeta at emmis@freshfrommexico.com.
