Fresh Produce Association of the Americas Invites Industry Membership from California, Texas, and New Mexico, Unveiling Southwest International Produce Expo
Tucson, AZ (July 26, 2023) - The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA), renowned for its national advocacy in the produce industry, is thrilled to announce its recent expansion into California, Texas, and [...]
FPAA Supports Truck Electrification Grant for Greater Nogales Santa Cruz County Port Authority
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas submitted a letter supporting the Greater Nogales Santa Cruz County Port Authority's application for a truck electrification grant. The pilot program aims to transition to zero-emissions cargo [...]
FPAA Convention Transforms into Southwest International Produce Expo #SWIPE, Showcasing Industry Leaders and Educational Sessions Speakers and guests include Walmart, Ahold, Sprouts, Markon and more
The FPAA (Fresh Produce Association of the Americas) is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Southwest International Produce Expo #SWIPE, set to take place from November 2nd to 4th, 2023 at the picturesque Loews [...]
Seeking Monopoly, Florida Tomato Exchange At It Again with Off-Base Claims
Duties requested by FTE would limit vine-ripened tomatoes, harm U.S. businesses, and drive up consumer prices in the face of crippling food inflation. The recent request by the Florida Tomato Exchange (FTE) asking the [...]
FPAA Signs onto Coalition Letter for CBP Staffing
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas is fully supportive of S. 1253, the Securing America's Ports of Entry Act, which aims to address critical staffing shortages and improve trade and travel facilitation at ports-of-entry. [...]
FPAA Signs onto Letter Urging Congress To Take a Targeted Approach to Rail Safety Legislation
The Rail Safety Act of 2023 has raised concerns over its potential to increase costs for shippers without addressing safety. The proposed federal train crew size mandate could hinder innovation and competition, especially for [...]