OXNARD, CA - With an expanded portfolio on display, the Mission Produce® booth will not be one to miss at Southern Innovations 2026. The show is taking place next month, so it was an excellent time to check in with Galen Johnson, Vice President of Fresh Avocado Sales.
“Southern Innovations is a great opportunity to highlight Mission's expanded fresh food offerings alongside our core avocado business. Visitors to our booth can learn more about our broader portfolio, which now includes mangos, papayas, tomatoes, and prepared foods such as guacamole,” Galen began telling me.
The Mission Produce team will also be discussing how their expanded portfolio and distribution network create new opportunities for customers across retail, wholesale, and foodservice.
“For our customers, it's about more than adding products; it's about working with a partner that can help simplify sourcing, provide category expertise, and support their business across multiple areas of the produce department,” Galen added in the recent release.
As he pointed out, Southern Innovations brings together leaders from across the produce supply chain, making it a valuable forum for sharing ideas, discussing category opportunities, and exploring new ways to create value for retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers.
“I'm looking forward to connecting with customers and industry partners and discussing what ‘A New Era of Fresh’ means for their businesses,” Galen said.
Southern Innovations provides a great opportunity to have meaningful conversations with customers and industry peers. Those who visit the Mission Produce booth at Southern Innovations will leave with a clear understanding of how the supplier can support their business beyond avocados.
“We're focused on delivering the same customer service excellence and partnership approach that customers know us for, while offering an expanded portfolio and capabilities that help simplify sourcing and support growth across multiple categories,” Galen concluded. “As Mission continues to evolve, we're excited to share more about our expanded offerings and how we're helping customers navigate today's marketplace with a broader set of products, services, and solutions. We look forward to connecting with attendees in Nashville, Tennessee.”
For more insights into this expansive program, visit Mission Produce at booth #540 and Calavo Growers at booth #542. We hope to see you there!
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