Fresh Farms, a leading produce marketer of fresh fruits and vegetables from Mexico grown by the Molina family, is reflecting on its experience at the recent IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando, with thoughts about how it was able to maximize its trade show experience.

Verdant Technologies was awarded the International Fresh Produce & Floral Association Science & Technology Circle of Excellence Award at this year’s Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando, FL.

Each year, the IFPA selects one individual or organization that solves business challenges within the produce and floral industries through the application of scientific and technological advancements to create better products, processes, or value to customers.

Northland Potato Growers Association has been representing and advocating for potato growers in the neighboring states of Minnesota and North Dakota since its inception in 1946.

ORLANDO, FL — A line of super sweet, premium melons from Brazilian grower Agricola Famosa made their debut to the North American market at the IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show, here.

Rodrigo Lima, president of Key Biscayne, FL-based Crown International, the commercial arm in the United States for Agricola Famosa, said the melons are now available at select retailers such as Walmart, Sam’s Club and Costco, with plans for wider distribution in the coming months.

The International Fresh Produce Association hosted its first ever Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando, FL last week.  The show brought together the entire global supply chain for produce and floral, including attendees from approximately 40 countries. The show offered a critical opportunity to make connections and create new partnerships. Here are some key highlights:

The “October” show was back and as good as ever. The International Fresh Produce Association hosted its inaugural Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando, FL, Oct. 27-29, to rave reviews. The show floor was abuzz immediately upon opening and stayed busy throughout the two-day event.