Organic peppers from Divemex’s brand new greenhouse facility in Ahualulco, Mexico made their debut last week, opening a season that promises increased organic offerings and continued high quality from the innovative greenhouse grower. Thanks to the warmer climate in its central Mexico location, the Ahualulco greenhouse complex complements Divemex’s existing production in Culiacan and Etzatlan, … Continued
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Photo by Christopher Huang Envy™, voted America’s favorite apple last spring, is attracting an even greater following thanks to a three-state sampling roadshow. The sweet, crunchy low-browning apple, is a natural cross between a Royal Gala and Braeburn. Fresh-crop Envy, grown in its homeland of New Zealand, is taking center stage in the roadshow that … Continued
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With New Zealand JAZZ™ apple season now in full swing, the always refreshing apple’s new brand platform is getting a lift at this week’s Tour de Fresh cycling event—on the backs of two Oppy riders. Organics Category Manager Chris Ford and Marketing Communications Manager Karin Gardner, clad in JAZZ™ apple cycling kit, are pedaling more … Continued
With the recent Fair Trade certification of SunSelect Produce’s operation in Tehachapi, Calif., 100 percent of the progressive grower’s harvest now qualifies to bear the esteemed socially responsible seal. While achieving the certification could have compelling commercial implications—especially with recent research indicating that more than two thirds of the shopping public now recognizes the Fair … Continued
Jose Mendoza, Jim Leach and Mario Illiano are Oppy’s new sales representatives, recently appointed from within the leading fresh produce marketer and distributor’s ranks. Mendoza and Leach are based in the company’s Los Angeles-area office, while Illiano is part of the Seattle, Wash. sales team. All three will focus on developing and sustaining sales of … Continued
After an excellent season growing Brussels sprouts for the first time, Oceanside Pole vine-ripe tomatoes are back with 60 new acres of Romas. Increasing Roma production by 50 percent, West Coast Tomato Growers, owners of the Oceanside Pole tomato brand, aim to keep up with consumer demand. “Our challenge over the years has been not … Continued
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Orchard view cherry harvest, The Dalles, Oregon As the first Orchard View cherries are being picked in The Dalles, Oregon, exclusive marketer Oppy is urging consumers to “Pick Your Moments” to enjoy these celebrated, superior cherries through summer. “We launched the Pick Your Moments brand positioning last year and were excited how well it resonated … Continued
As consumers across North America pack their bags for summer vacations in the weeks ahead, the savviest among them will tuck in a little something extra—a freshly rebranded New Zealand JAZZ™ apple—with an aim to refresh their palates and their pocketbooks. A $3,000 grand prize awaits the winner of JAZZ™ apples’ Summer Vacation Sensation Instagram … Continued
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LAKEVILLE-MIDDLEBORO, Mass., (May 22, 2017) – The stage is set to expand the 87-year-old Ocean Spray® brand — with many sweet things to come. In a natural extension of the relationship formed in 2003 to market Ocean Spray fresh cranberries, Oppy and its partner berry growers are now shipping fresh strawberries and blueberries from California … Continued
For more than two decades, Divemex has set the standard for greenhouse vegetable production in Mexico. Today, the grower introduces a fresh new brand that reflects its impressive history and sets a distinct challenge for even greater achievements ahead. “Growing Beyond Expectations” captures what Divemex does best, producing arguably the top greenhouse product line in … Continued
Fresh crop New Zealand JAZZ™ apples are arriving now — decked out with a sharp new look and attitude geared to drive even stronger sales of the top-10 apple. Built around the powerful positioning of “The JAZZ Sensation,” the new brand elevates the always refreshing eating experience delivered by the tangy-sweet, intensely crunchy favorite. Complete … Continued
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As taste-buds turn to fresh crop apples, Oppy announces increased volumes of Chilean Ambrosia, with first arrivals planned for mid-May. “Ambrosia is a top performer in the premium apple space in both volume growth and dollar sales,” said David Nelley, Oppy’s vice president of categories, who points to the advantage of stocking new-crop premium apples … Continued
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For 12 years editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers have hosted an annual competition for BC’s Top Employers recognizing British Columbian companies that offer exceptional places to work. This designation recognizes employers that are leaders in their industries and offer the most progressive and forward-thinking programs. Evaluated on a number of standards, Oppy is proud … Continued
Cherry season gets an early and exciting start at Oppy this year, thanks to an exclusive marketing agreement for North America with renowned California packer Felix Costa & Sons of Lodi. The new partners begin shipping top quality cherries in Costa’s famed Brookside label during the last week in April. Following the Brookside California season, … Continued
The Oppenheimer Group has once again been named a winner in Canada’s annual face-off of best managed companies. When the top organizations were announced today, Oppy’s 16 consecutive year streak continued; the company was also named to the Best Managed Platinum Club for the tenth time. Sponsored by Deloitte, CIBC, Canadian Business Magazine, Queen’s Smith … Continued
Oppy’s organics category gets a boost from an expert this week, with veteran Chris Ford joining the leading fresh produce sales, marketing and distribution company as organics category manager. Ford comes to Oppy with more than two decades of fresh produce and organics expertise gained in buying and management roles with such retailers as Whole … Continued
In a move that links three leading fresh produce companies in an unprecedented global supply chain, Total Produce plc, The Oppenheimer Group (Oppy), and Turners and Growers (T&G Global) announce the evolution of their strategic partnership. On March 1, Total Produce plc completed the anticipated second stage of its purchase of shares in Oppy, increasing … Continued
In a move that links three leading fresh produce companies in an unprecedented global supply chain, Total Produce plc, The Oppenheimer Group (Oppy), and Turners and Growers (T&G Global) announce the evolution of their strategic partnership. On March 1, Total Produce plc completed the anticipated second stage of its purchase of shares in Oppy, increasing … Continued
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With some of Peru’s most promising grape varieties now reaching our shores, Oppy is excited to offer a taste of what could be the favorite grapes of the future. The cornerstone of the leading full service marketing and distribution company’s new variety line-up is the red seedless Sweet Celebration, just arrived on the U.S. East … Continued
On the heels of a winning 2016 tomato season characterized by outstanding weather, high quality, and speedy sales rates powered by numerous successful ‘California grown’ promotions with local retailers, the Singh family of Oceanside, Calif., and exclusive marketer Oppy enter the fifth year of partnership with their eyes set on even greater horizons. Not only … Continued
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With extensive background in both the grower and retail spheres, Oppy’s new Senior Sales Representative Eric Jones is well prepared to contribute to the leading fresh produce sales, marketing and distribution company’s Newark, Del.-based team. Jones, who joined Oppy on December 21, was recently employed as domestic sales manager for Sun Pacific Marketing in Pasadena, … Continued