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UFPA’s Stenzel keynotes FPFC luncheon

May 06, 2019

07-stenzel---1The Fresh Produce & Floral Council featured United Fresh President Tom Stenzel at its May 1 luncheon in the Southern California city of Cerritos. There were almost 300 people in attendance to hear the longtime association executive discuss the ways the industry can make a difference in Washington, DC, during these chaotic times. He advocated for the continued funding of a number of federal programs that promote healthy eating and are a benefit to producers of fresh fruits and vegetables.

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