Texas native Hannah Radley grew up in Sour Lake, a small town where the piney woods meet the coastal plains, and worked at her parents’ hardware store from an early age. Hannah went on to receive her Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Systems Management from Texas A&M where she gained experience working in donor relations. … Continued
Vibrant yellow lemons available from Chile this season. This sweet and sour citrus fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C.
Did you know that Oppy has marketed New Zealand products since the 1950s? These days that country’s apples, pears and kiwifruit mean something special to many of us, perhaps most of all to a passionate group of local Kiwis who have worked for Oppy for about two decades apiece. James Milne, Steve Woodyear-Smith and David … Continued
New crop sweet bell peppers are now available out of SunSelect’s greenhouse in Tehachapi, CA. It is the only large scale greenhouse to produce sweet bell peppers in the winter. First picks are available in yellow and red. Orange is not far behind. Let’s keep colored peppers on the menu this winter!
The LA Dodgers Foundation with a little help from Oppy, Zespri, and 6,000 of their closest friends gathered together for the Dodgers Fun Run October 2. The LA Dodgers Foundation raises funds each year to support less fortunate youth in the LA area. Programs focus on sports, recreation, education, literacy and health, and wellness. This … Continued
The taste is going to move you just like the jingle will! Oppy clementine’s available through October.
This past weekend Ambrosia shipped its first load out of beautiful British Columbia. Harvested in the very same orchard where the original Ambrosia apple was cultivated, this sweet and juicy variety has a satisfying crunch for fall.
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Late season W. Murcotts offer a truly outstanding eating experience. Bright orange color both inside and out and a perfect balance between sweetness and acid – this is the easy peel variety that performs. Available in bulk and mesh bags, promote as the perfect sweet treat for lunchboxes and snacking on the go. Available now … Continued
The organic harvest for Jazz apple has officially begun, igniting excitement for the fall season. Crisp, juicy and tangy-sweet, this natural hybrid of Royal Gala and Braeburn apples is the perfect snack to crunch this season.
You could almost call it a circle of life. Now all culls from our Vancouver warehouse are composted by Enterra—a local company that specializes in the development and manufacture of ecological insect protein—to become as ingredients in processes that create fertilizer and animal food. “Because Enterra produces animal feed and fertilizer, Canadian regulations require that … Continued
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Every year the Chilean community from Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey organize an outdoor party at Bellevue State Park to celebrate Fiestas Patrias. Often referred to as Dieciocho or 18th as the celebration occurs on September 18, it commemorates the proclamation of the First Governing Body of 1810 and marking the beginning of the Chilean … Continued
New crop of limes from Divemex out of Mexico. With a distinctive citrus flavor and loaded with antioxidants, these green beauties are sure to please. Organic limes coming soon.
Originally from Springfield, Ill. Michael graduated in May 2016 from the University of Illinois majoring in agri-business. With an internship handling daily farm operations, planting, weeding and preparing crops for market at Harvest & Blooms in summer 2015, this summer has been much different for him. Michael started with Oppy a week after he graduated … Continued
In a move that further strengthens Oppy’s marketing partnership with SunSelect Produce, Craig Winford has been elevated to greenhouse category manager and business development representative for the leading fresh produce sales, marketing and distribution company. Winford brings 13 years of greenhouse expertise—including more than a decade at Oppy—into the role. His most recent position was … Continued
The team at Orchard View and exclusive marketer Oppy wrapped up cherry season on a high note, crediting a banner year to excellent weather, new technology and an engaging new brand. “It was a ‘Pick Your Moments’ season,” said Brenda Thomas, Orchard View president, citing the positioning line launched by the grower in June. “The … Continued
The Tango Mandarin is large, juicy, easy-to-peel and bred to be sumptuously seedless. With a sweet citrus flavor and mild tangy notes this W. Murcott rendition is the perfect end-of-summer snack.
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As SunSelect’s BC season unfolds, it’s clear the Outrageously Fresh brand is about much more than its signature mason jar bags. While the colorful jar shaped bags of snacking tomatoes take the market by storm, the grower has also introduced the distinctive Outrageously Fresh moniker successfully on more traditional packs in the height of BC … Continued
Sweet, juicy and deep purple in color, Italian-style prune-plums are available from Oppy under the Blue Goose label this August. Known as traditional ‘old world fruit’ this petite plum holds popularity throughout the major eastern U.S. and Canadian metropolitan areas and continues to be discovered by young shoppers eager to try something new.
Oceanside Pole is on a roll. With vine-ripe rounds and romas reaching peak volumes this month, the legendary Southern California tomato brand is primed for late summer promotions. This season, distinguished tomato grower Harry Singh, Jr. and his family—along with exclusive marketer Oppy—celebrate 75 years of producing vine-ripes in Oceanside, Calif. by presenting an exceptional … Continued
Strategic realignments within The Oppenheimer Group were announced earlier this month, bolstering the leading sales, marketing and distribution company’s pursuit of growth and delivery of its expect the world from us promise. Former Director of West Coast Sales Eric Coty was named executive director, South American imports, where he will oversee Oppy’s procurement strategy for … Continued
Minneolas from our Peru growers are available now. Crossed between a tangerine and a grapefruit, it has a bright orange easy-to-peel skin with a sweetly tart taste.
Ready-to-eat tomatoes-on-the-vine. With a deep red color and rich flavor these tomatoes live up to the best taste and high quality intent that OriginO promises.
As Orchard View Cherries winds down in its final weeks, they are ending this season with a bang by hosting a Twitter contest. Encouraging cherry lovers everywhere to share their favorite cherry moment or memory to the #PickYourMoments hashtag. Share yours here.
It was the first Friday afternoon of summer, so why not celebrate with colleagues and raise a few bucks for a great cause? So thought the team at Oppy, a long-standing supporter of PMA’s Foundation for Industry Talent, now known as Center for Growing Talent by PMA. All around Oppy, the leading fresh produce sales, … Continued
Green bell peppers from SunSelect in Tehachapi, California available for a limited time only. A special opportunity come next week.
A new season has begun for Oceanside Pole. With over one million poles, these juicy and flavorful Roma and round tomatoes are sure to spark your senses. Learn more in the Produce Retailer Magazine article: Stronger demand greets California tomato deals