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Jul. 04, 2011
Freshway foods just launched its newest product, “Snack Takes." Snack Takes are prepackaged fruit and veggie snacks paired with a special dip to provide people with an easier and more convenient way to snack healthfully. The snacks include an apple and grape plate with caramel sauce, apple slices with caramel sauce, strawberries with chocolate sauce and carrots and celery with ranch dip. Dan Purdy, Freshway’s VP of Sales and Marketing, stated, “Our entire fresh-cut business is built on the commitment of delivering healthy, great tasting products that provide an extra layer of value to the end user, and we believe that expanding into fun and convenient snack solutions is a natural next step.”
Most people might be spending their summers running through sprinklers and splashing in the pool, but one major produce company is having none of that.
Testa Produce’s new distribution center was specifically designed to optimize water management. The 91,000 square foot facility is expected to reduce water demand by 40 percent each year. The system is comprised of a vegetated roof and system of pavers that retain rainwater and a 140,000-gallon bio swale system, which directs water first into the soil and then into a reservoir for storage. President Peter Testa stated, “We’ve put some of the most innovative systems available into play and they’re combining to dramatically reduce our consumption. It’s something all of our associates are really proud of.”
U.S. food buyers, importers and wholesalers are being offered free tours of Mexico’s farms and processing facilities. In an effort to display the country’s commitment to food safety, invitees can take part in the tours as guests of Mexico Supreme Quality and supporting agencies. Juan Laborin, President of MSQ, stated, “Mexico represents one of the finest growing regions in the world, and we want our partners in the U.S. to feel as good about it as we do.” Among the products certified by MSQ are apples, papayas, grapes, rice, beef, and garlic.
