Bland Farms says it will participate in the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure, March 6-8 in Orlando, Fla., and that the show’s theme, “Family Meals Matter,” resonates with the company and its commitment to family-centered values and wholesome meals.
“Family meals have always been important to us. There’s nothing better than sharing meals with fresh ingredients that bring people closer together,” Bland Farms owner Delbert Bland said in a news release. “If we can be a part of bringing other families together with our sweet onions and Sand Candy sweet potatoes, then we’ve done something right.”
With the Vidalia sweet onion season around the corner, Bland Farms will be on hand to share insights about this year’s crop.
“Despite the recent snow, our Vidalia sweet onions have bounced back exceptionally well, thanks to their strong root system. While some outer limbs that were exposed sustained minor damage, the new growth is coming in strong,” said Omar Cruz, agronomist for Bland Farms.
In addition to Vidalia sweet onions, Bland Farms offers a year-round sweet onion program, which includes premium sweet onions from Mexico. These onions help bridge the gap between premium sweets from Peru and Vidalia sweet onions. Another year-round staple for the company is its Sand Candy sweetpotatoes, the release said.
“For us, the Southern Exposure show is all about connections. It’s the perfect opportunity for retailers to tap into Bland Farms’ category leadership and proven strategies,” said Sloan Lott, director of sales. “We look forward to engaging with retailers, others in the produce industry and meeting new faces.”
Bland Farms is inviting show attendees to visit booth No. 714 to learn what’s ahead and get insight on the 2025 Vidalia sweet onion season. Bland, Lott, Brian Silvas, Jeff Rhoden and Rich Pazderski will be at the booth, the release said.
