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Bill C-280, sponsored by Member of Parliament (MP) Scot Davidson, aims to establish a deemed trust, a vital financial protection mechanism for fresh produce sellers in Canada. This mechanism will help secure payment in the event of buyer bankruptcy, providing stability and support to the industry while safeguarding Canadian food security.

On May 30, fresh produce industry representatives from the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) and the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) met with Parliamentarians and government officials at Farm to Plate 2023 held in Ottawa.

The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC), the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) and the Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation are thrilled to announce that Bill C-280, the Financial Protection for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Act, has been passed at Second Reading in the House of Commons.

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) is pleased to announce Colin Chapdelaine as the 2023-2024 CPMA Chair following his appointment during the Board Meeting held concurrently with the 2023 CPMA Convention and Trade Show.

Pamela visits with Greg from the expo floor of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association annual convention, which was its largest ever despite the rising costs for travel. She says the Canadian produce industry is showing a strong commitment to sustainability, such as reducing plastic in packaging.

At its annual Convention & Trade Show on April 26, the Canadian Produce Marketing Association recognized four innovations in its Best New Product Showcase Awards.

Committing to a promise of service and selection 20 years ago, the grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce looks toward celebrating one of its most monumental milestones in Toronto while at CPMA: The inception of its tagline expect the world from us.

WP Produce, a Miami-based and family-owned grower, packer, and shipper of Desbry brand tropical fruits and roots—will showcase its commodities offerings during the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Convention and Trade Show.

Mastronardi Produce has revealed its latest product launch with the addition of Umami The Fifth Taste to its award-winning line of snacking tomatoes on the vine.

ZAG Technical Services (ZAG), an award-winning IT consulting firm, managed services, and IT security provider specializing in the Ag and Food & Beverage industries, will be speaking on an expert panel about Cybersecurity – Before and After an Incident, at the Canadian Produce Marketing Association tradeshow in Toronto, Canada on April 25 – 27.