Five decades of growth and innovation for industry icon John Anderson, chair, CEO and managing partner of Oppy, will celebrate 50 years at the company on March 15. What began as a temporary warehouse job in 1975 has evolved into a transformative career, helping guide the organization from a $7 million business to a global … Continued
Award Recognizes Outstanding Leadership in Global Trade, Sustainability, and Innovation Oppy Chairman, CEO and Managing Partner John Anderson will receive the prestigious International Humanitarian Ellis Island Medal of Honor, an award that celebrates the legacy of immigrants and recognizes those who have made significant contributions to society, in May. Each year honorees are selected for … Continued
The 2024 IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show in Atlanta, Georgia was an unforgettable event for team Oppy, drawing over 20,000 attendees from more than 70 countries to one of the largest floors in a decade. Over three transformative days, participants gathered for networking, learning and fostering impactful business relationships. With many Oppy folks arriving … Continued
Six new produce-perfect packs promise excitement in the fresh aisle While more almonds are consumed than any other nut, opportunities to market them in the produce department have been modest—until now. Leading fresh produce grower, marketer and distributor Oppy and No. 1 almond brand Blue Diamond Growers have partnered to deliver a tasty array of … Continued
Recognized with Order of BC and King Charles III’s Coronation Medal Photo credit: Province of British Columbia Honored for outstanding contributions to community support, sustainable agriculture and visionary leadership, CEO, Chair and Managing Partner John Anderson has been named recipient of the Order of British Columbia and awarded the King Charles III’s Coronation Medal. … Continued
A big win for the sales team! Category Manager of Grapes and Senior Sales Representative Tony Illiano and East Coast Sales Director Dan Sebetic have been recognized as Produce Business’ 2024 40-Under-Forty honorees. This prestigious award celebrates top young leaders in the produce industry, and both Tony and Dan have certainly earned their spots. They … Continued
Highlighted by Oppy’s video series: Reports from the field As the only pole-grown tomato operation west of the Mississippi, excitement is building among retailers and consumers for Oceanside Pole’s premium tomatoes starting the week of June 24. With an unmatched commitment to quality and freshness, first-class vine-ripe tomatoes produced on the 700-acre farm in California … Continued
Continued excellence in 101st year alongside exclusive marketer Oppy Orchard View Cherries is gearing up for a fruitful season, with an outlook of consistent, large sizing and mature sugars. Exclusively marketed by Oppy, the team eagerly awaits its first pick on June 13. After a challenging few years of weather events, the season is progressing … Continued
Industry pioneer acknowledged for 23rd time Oppy is once again recognized for its industry-leading performance, global business practices and sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2024 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award for the 23rd time, while earning a place in the program’s Platinum Club for 17 years running. Canada’s Best Managed program awards excellence in … Continued
Delivering a seamless supply chain across continents Oppy, leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce, looks toward the arrival of a vibrant new crop of Envy™ apples alongside a diverse range of year-round varieties. As the season transitions and shoppers seek fresh, high-quality produce, Oppy remains committed to delivering excellence with its imported apple … Continued
Introducing brands Pink Cosmo and Hunkaberry The leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce announces its groundbreaking collaboration with G&M Farms to introduce two exclusive proprietary blueberry varieties: Pink Cosmo and Hunkaberry. Both developed by horticulture professor Dr. Scott NeSmith of the University of Georgia and grown by G&M Farms in Fresno County, California, … Continued
A vibrant show floor hosted over 300 exhibiting companies and welcomed more than 4,000 attendees for two days of networking, learning and fostering business relationships at CPMA in Vancouver at the end of April — Oppy’s home turf. The Oppy team was thrilled to welcome the industry to its hometown, prominently featuring local growers … Continued
Harnessing geothermal power for farming innovation Oppy, leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce, announces its partnership with DEEP Earth Energy Production Corp. to establish an integrated greenhouse in conjunction with Canada’s pioneering geothermal power facility. This collaboration symbolizes a significant step forward combining sustainable energy and agriculture practices in the country. DEEP is … Continued
Celebrating Vancouver roots during Fresh Week Welcoming the industry on its home turf of Vancouver for the first time since 2018, the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce looks toward showcasing its local growers in booth #915. Sales Director for Canada Colbert Rahal shared, “It’s an honor to host from our headquarters this … Continued
Strategic moves mark success in Southern Hemisphere Leading grower, marketer and distributor Oppy is set to double its Mexican grape volume for the 2024 season, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to expanding its 365 program. The enhanced lineup will now include sought-after Sun World varieties, such as AUTUMNCRISP® and RUBY RUSH®. Initial assessments … Continued
New document chronicles energy savings, food waste reduction, packaging innovations and more Oppy, the leading grower, marketer, and distributor of fresh produce, has released the second edition of its sustainability report, “Expect the world from us,” marking substantial achievements in its commitment to environmental responsibility and social impact. Evolving from the inaugural report which was … Continued
Renewing sponsorship with Emeline Bennett for second year, Oppy supports young athlete as she skis into success Oppy, leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce, is thrilled to announce the renewal of its sponsorship with competitive skier Emeline Bennett. As a company committed to excellence and quality, Oppy recognizes Bennett’s dedication to her sport … Continued
The duo vertically integrates to create Sun Grape California LLC — An Oppy Company Oppy, a leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world, has joined forces with table grape owner, grower, packer and shipper Sun Grape USA to establish Sun Grape California LLC — An Oppy Company. This joint venture … Continued
Born and raised in the countryside 30 minutes East of Edmonton, Alberta, Daryl currently resides in BC’s Lower Mainland. She is armed with a diploma in business finance and is currently on track to receive her CCP designation from the Credit Institute of Canada. Prior to joining Oppy, Daryl gained valuable experience in administration, accounts … Continued
Mid-December arrival ample for holiday celebrations Continuing to ramp up its volume of the red kiwifruit since bringing it to North America a decade ago, the leading grower, marketer and distributer of fresh produce from around the world looks toward further expansion of this colorful and flavorful fruit. Hailing from Italy and Greece, Red Passion … Continued
New packaging ensures superior eating experience UP Vertical Farms, an innovative indoor grower of local leafy greens in Pitt Meadows, BC, announces the launch of its new top seal pack in collaboration with its sales and marketing partner Oppy. This packaging aims to better meet the evolving needs of the market, combining sustainability, freshness and … Continued
The Eastern Produce Council (EPC) Tailgate is an annual event held at MetLife Stadium for networking and fostering relationships to elevate awareness of fruits and vegetables. This year, Oppy not only attended but took a significant role as sponsor to showcase its commitment to the industry and association — highlighted by the Oppy logo featured … Continued
With over 60 countries attending and 1,160 exhibitors, the 2023 Global Produce & Floral Show was in full force this year — with particular excitement at the Oppy booth as its Chair, CEO and Managing Partner John Anderson became this year’s IFPA Chair. The team was proud and ready for a busy week ahead, undertaking … Continued
Fun-focused campaign embraces emerging Friendsgiving trend in earliest season since 2018 Oppy and Ocean Spray® marked two decades of partnership in the U.S. this year, honoring their shared commitment to delivering the finest cranberries to families across North America, while commanding majority market share throughout the fall and early winter. The companies are seeing a … Continued
Avocado net bag and value-added blend and halves set to arrive by year end Uniting forces at the beginning of 2022 to form a robust avocado solution, Oppy, Avoworks and Eco Farms now announce the launch of its groundbreaking compostable avocado pack. This innovative packaging is set to revolutionize the industry by providing an eco-friendly … Continued
In an industry that continues to draw new challenges which need creative problem-solving, there is always something new to learn. That is why the Oppy U program was developed; to help advance the skills of our teammates through practical knowledge and valuable experience. We couldn’t be prouder of this year’s class — 12 individuals completed … Continued
Now in its second year, the Oppy Scholarship Program is continuing its commitment to fostering bright minds. This initiative offers a grant to children of Oppy employees that are either a high school senior entering college in the 2023-2024 academic year or a current college student continuing their educational journey. We were thrilled to receive … Continued
Food Logistics’ honors female supply chain leaders and executives Food Logistics has selected Oppy’s Staci Burke as a recipient of its Women in Supply Chain award. This recognition honors female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments, mentorship and examples set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. As … Continued
Ben Vallejo and Jim Leach promoted to new leadership roles Oppy has elevated two sales stand-outs, Ben Vallejo and Jim Leach, from management roles to director level responsibilities. Vallejo, who celebrates his 25th anniversary with the leading grower, marketer and distributor this year, has been promoted to director, West Coast sales. He initially joined Oppy … Continued
Formerly rooted in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Brett currently resides in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. Attending Dalhousie University, where he pursued a degree in business management, he achieved his CCP designation from The Credit Institute of Canada. Brett’s career path started in the manufacturing and telecommunications sectors where he contributed his expertise to the … Continued