1/25/2010: Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico: Growers in the Mexican State of Sinaloa are working to maintain a steady supply of fresh winter produce in North America. In particular, growers are looking to ensure continued access to items such as tomatoes, peppers, squash, beans, and other winter vegetables in light of the recent cold temperatures in Florida.
For over 100 years, growers in Sinaloa have worked in tandem with other growing regions across North America, Central America, and Europe to supply fresh produce in the winter months. Because supplies of winter produce are diversified over several growing regions, when one growing region is affected by weather, another is able to help cover the lost volume.
In order to reiterate their commitment in supplying fresh, wholesome, quality produce, the Confederation of Growers Associations of Sinaloa has taken out a full page ad in the January 25 issues of The Packer and The Produce News. The number one priority is to make sure that consumers continue to enjoy access to adequate supplies of fresh winter produce in their grocery stores and on food service menus.
The Sinaloa growers are also calling on their partners throughout the entire supply chain to join them in the commitment to ensuring an uninterrupted flow of fresh produce for consumers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, acknowledging that everyone must work together to maintain the fluid movement of fruits and vegetables to the end consumer.
Source: Confederation of Growers Associations of Sinaloa.