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In Focus / April 2020 / Current / 2020 / Food & Beverage

Fresh and Fast – Bringing the Highest Quality to Businesses and Schools

Written by David Caldwell

In a nation beset by an obesity epidemic, it is imperative to introduce more healthy eating options. In California’s San Joaquin Valley, 1st Quality Produce delivers fresh fruits and vegetables to the foodservice industry and a growing number of California schools. Celebrating more than thirty years of business, the company is now expanding its services to embrace the growing demand.

In Focus / April 2020 / Current / 2020 / Food & Beverage

Fair Trade for ‘la Vida Digna’

Prometo Produce

Written by Jen Hocken

Prometo Produce is an international distributor of fresh fruit grown primarily in Mexico. Specializing in Hass avocados, blackberries, and more recently blueberries, the company primarily sells its products in the United States, while a much smaller portion is exported to Europe and the far East. Founded in 2015, the company carries both FairTrade International and Global G.A.P. certifications.

In Focus / April 2020 / Current / 2020 / Food & Beverage

It’s All In The Attitude

Food Security in the Face of Climate Change

Written by Charline Cormier-Pellerin

There is no denying that climate change is happening. Advocates for change, such as Greta Thunberg and celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio, help bring awareness and a sense of urgency to the issues that surround climate change, but of course, that is all talk. In reality, what exactly is and can be done to ensure continued food security in the face of a changing climate?