YERINGTON, NV - Peri & Sons Farms® has a deeply rooted culture of sustainable farming that took hold long before being earth-friendly became popular.

Back in 1967, David Peri’s father was honored as Conservationist of the Year for proving to be a good steward of the land and working to preserve the farm for generations to come. Over the years, we’ve come to understand that sustainability is not about one big thing. Sustainability is about a Million Little Things. It’s a continuously evolving process of improvements, adjustments, experimentation, and innovation.

Here are the ways we are working toward our Goal of Net Carbon Neutrality:

• Paper Reduction - The farm transitioned to an online work application system saving over 760,000 pages of paper a year! That’s roughly 76 trees saved, annually

• Replacing Plastic - All of Peri’s USDA Certified Organic Onions will be packed in 100 percent plastic-free, biodegradable, recyclable, and compostable Earthbags®

• Paper Clamshells - Our Gourmet Organic Shallots, Cipollinis, and Garlic are packaged in non-plastic clamshells that are biodegradable and compostable

• Minimizing Plastic - Adjustments to our consumer bags have kept about 180 football fields of packaging material out of landfills annually since 2021

• Carbon Footprint - We’re supporting Net-Zero initiatives, such native land restoration, The Cookstove® Project, and the One Tree Planted® program, as part of our carbon offsetting strategy

• Utilize Effectively - Our farm team is Recycling things like drip tape, cardboard, and pallets and we are Repurposing oils, metals, and more in our workshops, right on the farm, rather than trashing them

As an official “Certified Sustainable Farm” since 2005, we’re dedicated to cultivating a thriving, wholesome farming business that’s good for people and the planet, now and for the future.

Learn more about Peri & Sons Farms’ ESG efforts by visiting PeriandSons.com.

DELTA, BRITISH COLUMBIA - Chefs represent a critical step for many consumers looking to try new things, and nowhere is this essential partnership more respected than in fresh produce. To further connect new shoppers with healthy items, WINDSET FARMS® proudly announced its partnership with Buy BC Brand Ambassador and acclaimed Canadian Chef, Chef Ned Bell to create an engaging Recipe Series.  

The Recipe Series is meant to highlight a shared passion for locally grown, sustainable agriculture. Its first installment was released in early August on Windset Farms' social media platforms, coinciding with the first planting of its new greenhouse expansion in Delta, British Columbia.

According to a press release, this new greenhouse, in conjunction with the addition of lighting in Windset’s existing greenhouse facility totaling 48 out of Windset’s 92 acres in Delta, B.C., is the largest LED lit facility in Western North America. This allows Windset to harness its increased capacity to better serve the local market year-round.

Chef Ned is a Buy BC Brand Ambassador and his videos are meant to spotlight the nutritious value of Windset Farms' products. The grower’s customers can rely on high-quality supply with superior flavor and freshness from three regions across North America: British Columbia, California, and Mexico.

The easy-to-prepare recipes encourage consumers to incorporate more vegetables into their diet and explore new varieties and taste profiles. The first recipe in the series is a summer-inspired Roasted Cherry Tomato and Pepper Pasta Salad featuring YUM YUMS™ Cherry Tomatoes and SWEETIES™ Seedless Mini Peppers.

We’ll keep an eye out for more collaborations within fresh produce, so stay tuned!

OXNARD, CA - Avocados and mangos—two beloved categories that continue to have a draw on consumers in the produce department. One central player in both sectors is Mission Produce™, which recently unveiled a record-breaking mid-year review for the United States avocado and mango categories.

"The strong category performance of avocados and mangos in Q2 is a testament to the value of these commodities in the consumer diet," said Cheryl Hoefs, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "As we look forward to a promising second half of 2024, Mission Produce is committed to bringing profitable opportunities to our partners by leveraging our award-winning category management service, powered by AvoIntel™. This fall, as consumers shift focus to back-to-school meal planning and football season, we’re helping our customers drive demand and maximize profitability through strategic programming, promotion support, and cross-merchandising. With our customer-tailored ripe programs and unparalleled supply reliability, Mission Produce is the preferred industry partner for both avocados and mangos."

In Q2 2024, U.S. industry dollar sales for both avocados and mangos hit record highs, according to a press release. Seeing a 19 percent increase from Q2 2023, avocados hit $938.1 million, while mangos climbed to $155.4 million, up 4 percent from Q2 2023.

As we look to the fall months and the summer California, Peru, and Colombia seasons wind down, Mission Produce is preparing for various promotions on avocados from Mexico and Chile.

As for mangos, high-quality Kent, Keitt, and Honey mangos are continuing to arrive from Mexico. By early September, the Brazilian mango season is also anticipated to start ramping up.

With opportunities spanning across its avocado and mango portfolio, Mission Produce is taking to the New England Produce Council's (NEPC) Floral & Food Service Expo in Boston, Massachusetts, from August 19–20, 2024, to showcase its suite of offerings.

More info on Mission’s 2024 Q2 results can be found on Mission’s AvoIntel™ blog here. Interested in discovering the many ways Mission Produce can drive momentum for your avocado and mango programs? Be sure to stop by booth #410 at the event.

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