CPMA Announces its 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

Murray Driediger, President and CEO of BC Fresh Vegetables Inc. (BC Fresh), has been named the 2024 Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. This prestigious honour recognizes individuals who make significant contributions to the fresh produce industry.

Fall Harvest 2023: Canadian Fresh Produce Industry Engages with Parliamentarians

The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) and the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) successfully concluded their annual joint advocacy event, Fall Harvest, which took place in Ottawa from November 20-22.

Fresh Produce Alliance Welcomes the Passage of Bill C-280

Bill C-280, sponsored by Member of Parliament (MP) Scot Davidson, aims to establish a deemed trust, a vital financial protection mechanism for fresh produce sellers in Canada. This mechanism will help secure payment in the event of buyer bankruptcy, providing stability and support to the industry while safeguarding Canadian food security.

ZAG Technical Services Exec Featured Panelist at Canadian Produce Marketing Association Tradeshow

April 21, 2023 ZAG Technical Services

ZAG Technical Services (ZAG), an award-winning IT consulting firm, managed services, and IT security provider specializing in the Ag and Food & Beverage industries, will be speaking on an expert panel about Cybersecurity – Before and After an Incident, at the Canadian Produce Marketing Association tradeshow in Toronto, Canada on April 25 – 27.

CPMA Plastic Packaging Working Group Releases PLU Compostability Guidance

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) announced today the latest efforts by the fresh fruits and vegetable industry in taking a proactive approach to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Canadian food supply. Recognizing increasing concern regarding the environmental impact of PLU stickers, CPMA’s Plastic Packaging Working Group released a guidance document for the industry entitled Rational and Guidance for Migrating to Certified Industrial Compostable PLU Stickers.