Red Sun Farms Named Winner of Best Berry Overall, Best Strawberry. and Hottest Roma Tomato at Leamington Tomato Competition; Paul J. Mastronardi and Harold Paivarinta Comment

KINGSVILLE, ON - The winners of the 2026 Greenhouse Competition in Leamington have officially been announced, recognizing excellence in greenhouse-grown produce across Leamington’s most innovative greenhouse growers. The Leamington, Ontario area is widely recognized as a leader in greenhouse production, driving advancements in product development, technology, and exceptional flavor. This annual industry competition brings together some of the largest greenhouse growers in North America, celebrating top-performing produce across a variety of categories.

This year, Red Sun Farms™ is proud to announce that Sweet North™ Strawberries received both the Best Strawberry and Overall Best Berry awards in the competition. Red Sun Farms also earned recognition for the Hottest Tomato in the Roma category.

“We are incredibly proud to receive both the Best Berry and Overall Best Strawberry recognition at the 2026 Greenhouse Competition in Leamington,” said Paul J. Mastronardi, Business Development & Account Manager at Red Sun Farms, in the recent release. “These awards are a testament to the dedication and collaboration behind our strawberry breeding program, including the ongoing research and varietal development work with our valued partners at Heritable and CIV. Together, we are focused on advancing greenhouse-grown strawberries through innovation, flavor, quality, and consistency—bringing exceptional products to both retailers and consumers.”

“We are extremely proud of the recognition our team has received at the 2026 Greenhouse Competition in Leamington,” said Harold Paivarinta, VP Sales and Business Development. “With more than 70 entries in the Berry category, this recognition is a true testament to the exceptional flavor, quality, and consistency that Sweet North™ Strawberries deliver. To receive such a prestigious award in our first year participating makes the achievement even more meaningful. Earning awards for both our strawberry program and the Hottest Tomato in the Roma category reflects our continued commitment to innovation, flavor, and quality across our product portfolio. These achievements are a testament to the passion and expertise of our growers, partners, and team members who continue to push the boundaries of greenhouse-grown produce.”

All funds raised through the Greenhouse Competition support R.E.A.C.H. International, a charitable organization that has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to help build schools and medical clinics, provide access to clean drinking water, and support children and families in Africa. Red Sun Farms is proud to support this important organization through both participation in the competition and continued sponsorship of the event.