USDA allows CTA Inc. to hold PACA license again

CTA Inc., Ferndale, Wash., has satisfied its debt under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act and can now operate in the produce industry again.

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CTA Inc., Ferndale, Wash., has satisfied its debt under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act and can now operate in the produce industry again.

The company does business as American Freeze Dry, and specializes in freeze-dried products, including cranberry and blueberry products.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s PACA branch, the company’s principals can also be employed by or affiliated with businesses with PACA licenses. According to a news release, Jonathan Tan, David Green, Gurprett Cheema and Jagit Aujia were listed as CTA Inc.’s officers, directors and major stockholders.

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