Industry leader Doug Grant departs after 26-year legacy After holding executive responsibility for over half of Oppy’s departments the last few years, Doug Grant will say farewell on July 31 to the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce he’s called home since 1995. First joining Oppy as director of information technology, Grant made … Continued
Conducting its extensive, widespread search to elicit nominations for top young leaders, Produce Business had it easy picking Garland Perkins for its 2021 40-Under 40 list. Having paved her own way at Oppy, from intern, to BDR, to foodservice sales lead, then on to the newly created role of retail solutions specialist then again with … Continued
Eco Farms label reaps benefits of elongated shelf life and transportability Offering premium organic and conventional avocados from California, Chile, Colombia, Peru and Mexico, Oppy is now using Apeel’s plant-based solution to extend the shelf life of its Eco Farms avocados grown in Mexico. Having acquired a 65% stake of Eco Farms in spring 2020, … Continued
Growing up on the coast of NorCal then SoCal, Jim made the move to the Lone Star State last month for his next Oppy adventure. He is now sales manager for the Houston, Texas office as South-Central produce legend Jeff Walker retired. Receiving his undergrad from Purdue University in Indiana, Jim completed his MBA at … Continued
Loyal fanbase awaits incomparable tomatoes in Oceanside Pole label Over a million poles stretch toward the sky on 750 rolling acres in Oceanside, California, graced by vines that will yield the season’s first vine-ripened roma and round tomatoes come the Fourth of July. The leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the … Continued
Jeff Walker departs June 30 following 27-year career with Oppy Jeff Walker, long time Houston, Texas-based sales manager for the leading grower, marketer and distributor, will hang up his hat at the end of the month. Walker, who started selling produce from his family’s farm when he was eight years old, joined Oppy in January … Continued
Economists at four Canadian universities, including the University of British Columbia, produced the Canada’s Food Price Report 2021, which forecasts an overall food price increase of between 3% and 5% this year. The most significant increases are predicted for meat, at 4.5% to 6.5%, bakery goods, at 3.5% to 5.5%, and vegetables, at 4.5% to … Continued
Highly anticipated Orchard View Cherries crop savored for summer’s special moments With eager domestic and international markets knocking on their door, Oppy and Orchard View Cherries are counting down the days to their fast-paced seven-week cherry harvest come summer. Abundant with a seamless transition from its California crop, the leading grower, marketer and distributor of … Continued
Bouncing from coast to coast and now living in the prairies of Canada, Carmen knew early on in life that she wanted to pursue a career in accounting. She began her career at Oppy in 2007 while completing her bachelor’s in business administration at Langara College, then went on to receive her chartered accountant designation. … Continued
Katco Packing expands crop availability with qualified grower partner The first cherries from Katco Packing, the new partnership that brings the popular Brookside and Katicich brands under the same roof in Stockton, California, are shipping now from Oppy. While the leading grower, marketer and distributor typically begins domestic cherry season in mid-May, Oppy now offers … Continued
Calvin Tribiano, a veteran Oppy sales executive, passed away on May 6 following a brief illness. He was 71. Tribiano joined Oppy’s East Coast sales team in 1988. In the subsequent decades, he carved out a legendary sales career with the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce, building the market for Oppy products … Continued
Canada’s leading business awards program recognizes Oppy for 20th year Proving its adaptability for 20 years and beyond, Oppy has been chosen as one of Canada’s Best Managed companies yet again, as the grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce emerges from an unprecedented year. Applicants for this prestigious award are analyzed by an independent … Continued
Watch the virtual honoring of Chairman, CEO and Managing Partner John Anderson’s CPMA Lifetime Achievement Award with host Vice President of Canadian Sales Walt Breeden here or on the Oppy YouTube channel. Congratulations again John!
Freshly branded packs debut in the hands of dynamic duo Marking a year of striving forward and strengthening synergies since Oppy acquired a 65% stake in Eco Farms last spring, the duo is now bringing California avocados — branded in the new Eco Farms label — to the market, celebrating the unification of the two … Continued
Sergio Ruiz brings 10 years of extensive industry experience to his new role Oppy has added to its extensive team in North America with the hiring of Sergio Ruiz who will focus on building the supply of key items for the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world. Based in … Continued
John Anderson, chairman, CEO and managing partner of The Oppenheimer Group, has been named the recipient of the 2021 CPMA Lifetime Achievement Award. He was honored at the CPMA Fresh Week. Anderson is known for his strategic vision and outstanding leadership skills. He joined Oppy in 1975 when the company was a single office produce sales … Continued
New role in Canadian business development generates expansion opportunities As the industry anticipates the return and revitalization of Canada’s primary produce event in its new form, leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce Oppy adds Canadian category development to the role of one of its most valued veterans. Having spent the last 13 years … Continued
Southern Hemisphere renders smooth transition to import season for pipfruit Spring has sprung and with it has arrived a diverse set of apples and pears to transition the domestic to the imported crop. Rolling in with some of the best quality to date, Oppy looks to delight retailers and consumers with a freshly harvested mix … Continued
As a proud advocate for CPMA (The Canadian Produce Marketing Association) and its initiatives, when team Oppy got wind that the Freggie Fresh Ride was going digital, it was a breezy choice to opt in! Freggie’s mission to show kids what is possible with a healthy lifestyle is more important than ever as the world … Continued
An avid traveler originally from Orcutt, California, Alyssa graduated with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. After graduation, Alyssa spent a year exploring Australia and Asia and now calls San Luis Obispo, California home. Prior to joining Oppy in December 2019, Alyssa gained work experience at a health and … Continued
Expectations are high for the first-ever Ocean Spray® specialty berry pack which debuts this fall, backed by a trio of partners intent on elevating the category with a unique tabletop strawberry proposition. New Wave Berry, LLC is a joint venture formed by grower, marketer and distributor Oppy, family-owned agribusiness Red Dog Management and agricultural investment … Continued
Three fruit and farming powerhouses tease fresh-forward strawberries in Ocean Spray® label Expectations are high for the first-ever Ocean Spray® specialty berry pack which debuts this fall, backed by a trio of partners intent on elevating the category with a unique tabletop strawberry proposition. New Wave Berry, LLC is a joint venture formed by grower, … Continued
Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, TJ now calls Philadelphia, the land of hoagies and cheesesteaks, home. He attended St. Joseph’s University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in food marketing. Beginning his career in the produce business the way many do, TJ worked at a grocer as a manager where he was responsible for … Continued
The strawberry is one heart-shaped fruit that consumers can’t get enough of this time of year. As such, retailers had better be building impressive displays across the produce aisle. To see what buyers can expect from the market at this time, I got in touch with Oppy’s VP of Categories, Berries, and Greenhouse, Jason Fung. “The … Continued
Vancouver, B.C.-based Oppy has expanded its organic footprint with a majority stake in the first company to grow and market organic avocados in the United States. Oppy’s 65% stake in Eco Farms, a grower and shipper since 1972, is the latest in a series of acquisitions and strategies by the marketer. “Oppy and Eco Farms’ … Continued
The trials will explore the commercial viability of a specific systems-based approach as well as robotic harvesting Building on its 163-year tradition of innovation, Oppy is set to conduct two independent trials exploring the viability of new technologies that aim to further advance strawberry production practices by offering solutions to persistent issues faced by the … Continued
Born and raised in Visalia, California, Regina moved to Everett, Washington in 2014 and now calls Belt, Montana, home. Regina has a certificate in accounting and first joined Oppy in March 2009 as an accounts payable coordinator. She has since held a number of different roles within Oppy’s sales department leading up to her current … Continued
Greenhouse grown in sunny Mexico, Oppy’s organic and conventional Fair Trade Certified sweet bell peppers are experiencing growing popularity every year. Thanks to the purpose behind the produce, they present an opportunity to reenergize your category sales. Reach out to your Oppy representative to learn more.
Oppy offers year-round supply of excellent quality avocados from both Michoacán, Mexico, as well as California, Chile, Colombia and Peru. Thanks to their exceptional taste and texture, these avocados are hard to beat.
Experience the strength of the Ocean Spray brand first hand with these beautiful blueberries with a top-quality eating experience. Reach out to your Oppy representative to learn more about promotional opportunities and diverse pack styles.