November will mark an important month for Nogales, Ariz.-based grower-shipper Divine Flavor as the company transitions its organic programs from Baja to central Mexico.
The transition is accompanied by increasing supply of organic produce each year, company officials say.
“Growing organics is not only an internal commitment, but it’s also a commitment to our customers so we are able to offer them the same organic products all year-round,” Michael DuPuis, public relations manager for Divine Flavor, said in a news release.
“To grow organics, it takes years of experience to maximize results and grow a high-quality, great tasting product, but it takes more experience to strategically plan how the seasons transition without overlapping or falling short.”
For the company, Baja Mexico has created more opportunity to grow more organics, as the season helps bridge a gap between western Mexico finishing (usually at the end of May) and once it starts up again (in mid-November), according to the release.
“For us, it’s very important how we manage our transition going from one region of Mexico to the next,” DuPuis said in the release. “Our programs are designed to service our customers conveniently, grow sustainability without over-production, and to grow more organic produce to offer our customers.”
Heading into November, Divine Flavor will transition the organic slicers and European cucumbers, mini peppers, Magnifico grape tomatoes, and zucchini/yellow squash from Baja to its Sinaloa facilities, according to the release. The company is also set to start its yearly Fair Trade organic melon program, which includes cantaloupe, honeydew, mini and regular seedless watermelon.
