KINGSVILLE, ON - Del Fresco Produce is planning for future growth as we move through 2015, with a recent expansion project and new elements to its produce program. The company opened its state-of-the-art, 15-acre glass greenhouse two months ago and is now offering new Del Fresco Heirloom Tomatoes and new Sweetreats™ Mini Sweet Peppers along with other Del Fresco specialty items.
Ray Mastronardi, Vice-President of Sales, tells me that this expansion is a major step in the right direction for the company as it looks to expand its program and its capabilities. “Del Fresco Produce will soon be focusing their attention on a new organic produce line in the very near future. We are a very proactive team and are always analyzing market trends and demands in order to service our customers at the highest level.”
Some features of the new greenhouse are energy curtains/shade curtains, allowing Del Fresco to save energy and create a better micro climate for crops as well as new boilers which will collect and reuse the CO2 as a fertilizer for plants, which will in turn decrease the company’s carbon footprint on the environment.
In addition, the company opened its new 70,000 Sq. Ft. advanced high-efficiency warehouse this week, for shipping and receiving to increase efficiencies and provide the best quality and service to Del Fresco customers. Insulated panels, LED lighting, sealed dock systems, high R-value (thermal resistance) are just a handful of the warehouse features. New packing lines are soon to follow. The last phase of the company’s expansion project is Del Fresco’s brand new 7,000 Sq. Ft. office space, which will be opening in the very near future.
“All of these new expansions and features will make immense improvements in our packaging, growing, heating, lighting and distribution efficiencies,” Ray continued.
To add an accolade on top of the success of Del Fresco’s most recent projects, the company also took first prize in the annual Greenhouse Competition presented by R.E.A.C.H. International for Best TOV.
“This award truly solidifies our brand. In addition to the Best TOV award, we took home the Best Bite-Size Tomato, which is a two-time, back-to-back, 2014 and 2015 winner in the Greenhouse Competition for Best Bite-Size Tomato. This sweet and flavorful tomato goes under the brand name Oranchino™,” Ray added.
Congratulations to the team at Del Fresco produce on your continued growth and brand recognition.
