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
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
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
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
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
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
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
By combining the strengths of two leading cherry brands, Oppy will reap benefits of vertical integration As Oppy continues to look for increased efficiencies and powerful partnerships across its operations, the leading grower has brought together two top cherry brands, Katicich Ranch and Brookside, to form Katco Packing. Katco Packing, located in Stockton, California, will … Continued
The leading grower now offers exceptional Ocean Spray® grapes year-round Oppy, the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world, announced a new grape program building on its exclusive partnership with Ocean Spray®, the agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 farmer families. The fruit comes from the Southern Hemisphere, which expands … Continued
Agropiura and Oppy have taken a proactive approach to sustainability, spearheading a unique adopt-a-highway program in Peru which removed waste pileups beside a major highway by engaging with citizens, local partners and authorities. Since 2019, with Oppy’s support Agropiura has worked closely with other growers to clean up a long section of highway near its … Continued
The leading grower has made a number of moves this year to strategically bolster its international presence With the addition of Sila Louw to Oppy’s international team, the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce has put down roots on a new continent. Louw, who is based in Cape Town, comes to his grower … Continued
THE LEADING GROWER IS NEARING YEAR-ROUND AVAILABILITY FOR THE SOUGHT-AFTER STONE FRUIT Oppy has significantly expanded its imported cherry program from Chile, Argentina and New Zealand, doubling volumes to cater to increasing market demand. The leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world now offers nearly year-round availability thanks to its … Continued
ANDERSON CELEBRATED 45 YEARS OF WORK IN THE INDUSTRY, MARKED WITH SEVERAL KEY AWARDS The British Columbia Produce Marketing Association recently recognized Oppy’s Chairman, CEO and Managing Partner John Anderson with its Lifetime Achievement award, celebrating his 45 years of dedication to the fresh produce industry. Anderson has led the premier grower, marketer and distributor … Continued
The award is the latest in a series of honors recognizing Oppy’s culture and management style Oppy was recently selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, marking the first time the leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world has been recognized with the award in its 162-year history. The … Continued
Oppy has recently acquired a 65% stake in Eco Farms, a leading avocado grower and shipper since 1972 and the first to grow and market organic avocados in the U.S. The move is the latest in a series of acquisitions and strategies aimed at strengthening Oppy’s key role as a premier grower, marketer and distributor … Continued
Oppy offers both conventional and organic Peruvian blueberries whose sales positively impact farm worker communities Offering Fair Trade Certified produce since 2004, Oppy has generated $4.4 million in premiums in the last half dozen years, and plans to make even greater impact by adding Peruvian blueberries packed under the iconic Ocean Spray® brand to its program … Continued
Ray Reed and Andres Ribalta have been promoted thanks to their exceptional leadership and capabilities to support company growth As Oppy continues to expand its supply and international reach, Ray Reed and Andres Ribalta have been promoted to new positions in line with the company’s strategic growth journey. “Oppy’s plans for the coming years … Continued
By Oppy’s Senior Manager for Insights and Innovation Garland Perkins For any business to survive and thrive for 162 years, a certain kind of spirit is necessary. For Oppy, our spirit encompasses many things, but its roots remain entrepreneurial, adventurous and innovative. This thread of innovation, which remains deeply intertwined within Oppy’s DNA today, has … Continued
The top-quality plums contain a host of health-boosting antioxidants and vitamins Oppy is welcoming the late-summer season with its Blue Goose prune plum brand, which has enjoyed a loyal fanbase for decades thanks to its consistently high-quality. As a leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world for over 160 … Continued
The super-berry has three times the antioxidants and four times the anthocyanins of blueberries Building on its long history of breaking ground with new varieties, Oppy successfully introduced Haskap berries to customers in the greater Vancouver area, marking the first time these flavorful berries are available at retail. As a leading grower, marketer and distributor … Continued
Family-grown since 1939, the top-quality tomatoes have a loyal fan-base across the retail industry Oppy is ushering in the summer season with highly-anticipated Oceanside Pole label roma and round tomatoes, with harvest underway and volume expected to peak in September and October. As a premier grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the … Continued
The two innovators will work together to explore new, exciting varieties and other breakthroughs Oppy is exploring new paths to innovation by partnering with culinary hub Koppert Cress dba Flavour Fields, who specializes in growing microgreens and unique edible flowers, and are experts in uncommon produce. As a premier grower, marketer and distributor of fresh … Continued
Oppy operates in 27 countries around the world through several similar strategic partnerships Expanding on its extensive presence in agricultural powerhouse Peru, Oppy has recently acquired a 50% share in Agroretail, one of the foremost produce suppliers in the country. The move solidifies Oppy’s well-established presence in the emerging source country, in which the leading … Continued
Independent surveys reaffirm the beloved brand’s distinct advantages Oppy’s popular Ocean Spray® blueberries are ramping up to the peak of perfection just in time for July National Blueberry Month promotions. Since 2017, Oppy has brought best-in-class blueberries to market under the recognizable and trusted Ocean Spray label, in addition to other successful berries and citrus … Continued
Oppy encourages consumers to “Pick Your Moments” and celebrate summer with these superior cherries As the summer beckons, Oppy is excited to bring the highly-anticipated Orchard View cherry brand to eager domestic and international markets, with an extraordinary crop this year that promises incomparable quality. Thanks to an exceptional growing season, the leading grower, marketer … Continued
Brookside and Orchard View back to meet popular demand, alongside Katicich, another family-farmed label As one of the few seasonal fruits left, cherries are among Oppy’s most anticipated offerings due to their temporary availability and exceptional flavor profile. The popularity of the program is set to increase this year as Oppy expands its extensive cherry … Continued