Del Fresco Pure to Attend Organic Produce Summit

The Ontario-based greenhouse grower says it plans to highlight its cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes and recent EFI certification at the event July 9-10.

A pair of long, dark green English cucumbers sit on a fancy dressed white table with out-of-focus potted plants in the background.
Ontario-based greenhouse grower Del Fresco Pure announced it plans to attend the Organic Produce Summit.
(Photo courtesy of Del Fresco Pure)

Ontario-based greenhouse grower Del Fresco Pure, recently announced its inaugural participation in the Organic Produce Summit taking place from July 9-10 at the Monterey Convention Center in Monterey, Calif. Del Fresco Pure will be at booth No. 1002 showcasing its full line of organic greenhouse-grown cucumbers, tomatoes and peppers.

The company says it was proud to present its range of organic, greenhouse-grown produce to consumers increasingly concerned with sustainability.

“Our entry into the Organic Produce Summit marks a significant milestone for Del Fresco Pure,” says Ray Mastronardi, vice president of sales at Del Fresco Pure, in a news release. “We are excited to showcase our dedication to sustainable agriculture and introduce our greenhouse-grown produce to a broader audience.”

Del Fresco Pure will be showcasing its organic seedless English cucumbers at the event. They are free from seeds, certified organic and provide a healthy, convenient option for consumers, the company says.

“Our organic seedless English Cucumbers are a testament to our dedication to producing exceptional greenhouse-grown vegetables,” Mastronardi says. “We are committed to providing our customers with nutritious and delicious produce that meets the highest standards of organic greenhouse grown produce.”

In addition to its seedless English cucumbers, Del Fresco Pure also plans to highlight other examples of its offerings at the summit, including:

  • Organic tomatoes on the vine
  • Organic mini cucumbers
  • Organic rainbow sweet peppers

The company says it plans to highlight its recent Equitable Food Initiative Certification.

“Achieving EFI certification is a significant milestone for Del Fresco Pure,” Mastronardi says. “It reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a positive impact on our workforce and the environment. We believe that sustainable practices are essential to the future of agriculture, and we’re proud to be at the forefront of this movement.”

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