Dear Members, November is a month of change. The changing of the leaves, the changing of the weather, the changes we see around our communities as our winter produce season starts to get busier and busier. As the days noticeably get shorter, workdays get noticeably longer and more hectic as the boxes of fresh fruits and [...]
The Mariposa Community Health Center has entered into an agreement with Arizona State University’s Biodesign Institute to provide SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) testing, utilizing a simple saliva collection method for our community. When November 10th, 12th, &, 13th @ Desert Shadows Middle School Time All sites will run from 8:00am to 5:00pm Where 340 Boulevard Del Rey David, Nogales Az [...]
Santa Cruz County and Mariposa Community Health Clinic presented important information in mitigating the spread of Covid-19. Over the next several months, it is extremely important to maintain mitigation strategies for both the Flu and Covid-19. The Flu and Covid-19 have similar symptoms, with loss of taste and smell being particular to Covid-19. The only way [...]
The FPAA is looking for a full time Communications Coordinator. Job Summary: Broadly, the person in this position will have to ensure effective communications about the issues and directives of the FPAA with government officials, other U.S. associations, the media and FPAA Members. Additionally, He/She will work with FPAA leadership to develop messaging and communications plans, [...]
P.O. Box 848, Nogales, AZ 85628 Ph. (520) 287-2707, Fax (520) 287-2948 For Immediate Release Contact: Lance Jungmeyer (lance@freshfrommexico.com) or Allison Moore (amoore@freshfrommexico.com) September 28, 2020 Jose Antonio Martinez Named FPAA Member of the Year Martinez, General Manager and COO of Divine Flavor, recognized for commitment to industry improvement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Members of [...]
Concessions to Southeast producers will undermine USMCA and could raise prices for consumers On September 1, 2020, the United States Trade Representative released its plan which includes 201 investigations on blueberries and potentially on strawberries and bell peppers. The plan also outlines actions that would impact U.S. companies distributing imported produce. Following is a statement from [...]
FPAA Staff Positioned for Success Felix, Yubeta Promoted to New Roles Nogales, AZ-- NOGALES, Ariz. (Aug. 24, 2020) - In order to ensure growth in a changing environment, the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas is making strategic changes that tap into the full strength of its staff members. As a result, FPAA will be [...]
P.O. Box 848, Nogales, AZ 85628 Ph. (520) 287-2707, Fax (520) 287-2948 For Immediate Release Contact: Lance Jungmeyer (lance@freshfrommexico.com) or Allison Moore (amoore@freshfrommexico.com) August 13, 2020 USTR Hearings on Seasonal Produce: Looking Beyond the Rhetoric to the Facts Nogales, AZ-- Without providing evidence to back up their claims, Southeast produce growers insisted the US invoke [...]
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas sent a message of thanks to Members of Congress for their support of FPAA priorities during the USMCA. Thanks to You, We Are Prepared for USMCA! A message from The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas As businesses operating along the Southwest border, the members of the Fresh Produce [...]
Dear Members, Below you will find information about where to have your employees tested for COVID, how to get your office/warehouse workflow inspected for safety, and what to do if one of your workers has COVID or has been exposed. CRITICAL WORKERS: Employees in the nation’s critical food infrastructure have a distinct set of guidelines from [...]