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The Packer seeking input from Santa Maria produce suppliers

The Packer is seeking input from produce suppliers in California for the Santa Maria special coverage, which will be published on April 5.

By Tom Karst
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March 23, 2021 10:35 AM
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The Packer is seeking input from produce suppliers in California for the Santa Maria special coverage, which will be published on April 5.

Produce suppliers shipping fruits and vegetables grown in the Santa Maria region are asked to fill out this survey.

The results of the survey will help The Packer report the latest news from produce marketers with operations in the Santa Maria growing region.

In addition, suppliers are encouraged to send images of product to The Packer at news@thepacker.com. For questions, contact Tom Karst, editor of The Packer at the same e-mail address.

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