FPAA Applauds Senate Passage of USMCA
U.S. passes agreement destined to strengthen North American economy https://www.thefpaa.com/fpaa-applauds-senate-passage-of-usmca/
Register for the 2019 Fall Convention HERE
FPAA 2019 Fall Convention Schedule of Events Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Registration @ The Otero House 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm Welcome & Networking Lunch @ The Chapel 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm Educational Sessions @ The Chapel 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm Opening Fiesta [...]
Happy Holidays
Wishing everyone Happy Holidays from the FPAA staff!
FPAA Disappointed that Commerce has Ended the Tomato Suspension Agreement
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) is disappointed the Department of Commerce has terminated the Tomato Suspension Agreement. The agreement has been an important tool in protecting over 33,000 American jobs and creating stability in the marketplace. Many entities appealed for the signature of a new or revised Tomato Suspension Agreement. To that end, [...]
Tomato Prices Could Shoot Up to 40% to 85% If U.S, Puts Duties on Mexican Tomatoes
For Immediate Release TOMATO PRICES COULD SHOOT UP 40 TO 85% IF U.S. PUTS DUTIES ON MEXICAN TOMATOES, ACCORDING TO ECONOMIC ANALYSIS Arizona State University economic analysis finds American consumers will pay dearly if U.S. withdraws from Tomato Suspension Agreement with Mexico Nogales, Ariz., April 23, 2019 – American consumers could soon be paying 40 to [...]
Zombie NAFTA- A North American Horror Story
The world, as we know it, has ended. Society is not what it once was. Instead of fruitful international investment opportunities, we see a desolate economic landscape plagued with danger and uncertainty. Hordes of angry consumers are cursed to pay higher prices for products they once took for granted. An apocalyptic disaster of biblical proportion. [...]
The FPAA’s Annual Convention is Just Around the Corner!
Wow! I can’t believe we’re almost there. Autumn is in the air and produce is starting to move, which means it’s time for FPAA’s Fall Convention, and we have a great lineup in store for you. From networking to golf to cuisine to education, there really is something for everyone. Let me walk you through what we’ve [...]
FPAA Announces New Policy Analyst/Communications Coordinator
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) is proud to welcome its newest addition to the team. Erika Dominguez has been selected as the FPAA’s new Policy Analyst/Communications Coordinator. Erika has previous experience at the FPAA as a Membership Programs Coordinator, and her experience with the association coupled with her education, made her a standout [...]