Sunripe Certified Brands Shares SEPC Southern Innovations Platform and New Product; Jon Esformes and Laura Tambone Discuss



Sunripe Certified Brands Shares SEPC Southern Innovations Platform and New Product; Jon Esformes and Laura Tambone Discuss


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PALMETTO, FL - As excitement builds for Southeast Produce Council’s (SEPC) Southern Innovations event, industry innovators are prioritizing their target lists in search of elite supplier partners to build more value into their produce departments. Sunripe Certified Brands is such a leading operation, with a portfolio of items to wow attendees.

Jon Esformes, Chief Executive Officer, Sunripe Certified Brands“Our main priorities at this year’s show will be to showcase our high-quality, locally grown tomatoes and highlight our commitment to social responsibility, sustainability, food safety, innovation in packaging and product development,” Jon Esformes, Chief Executive Officer, shares with me. “We also aim to strengthen relationships with existing customers and establish new partnerships within the industry.”

At Southern Exposure 2023, Sunripe will showcase its range of locally grown, high-quality tomatoes, including round, Roma, and snacking varieties.

Sunripe Certified Brands is exciting attendees at Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Innovations with its range of locally grown, high-quality tomatoes and its newest Heirloom grape tomato medley

In another move to excite attendees, Sunripe will be featuring its latest innovation, the Heirloom medley snacking tomato, at the Wall of Innovations, highlighting its unique characteristics.

Laura Tambone, Business Development Manager, Sunripe Certified Brands“We are thrilled to tease the introduction of our new Heirloom grape tomato medley at Southern Innovations. Here at Sunripe Certified, we are constantly searching the world for unique varieties that love Mother Nature as much as we do!” Laura Tambone, Business Development Manager, reveals. “Grown outdoors, these bite-sized gems can’t wait to be part of your menu. As seasons change, look for our assortment to evolve continuously, bringing you only the best medley-snacking varieties. We can’t wait to share more details and give attendees an in-person introduction to this exciting addition to our product lineup, showcasing the delightful experience it brings to any dish.”

Each item in Sunripe’s showcase is an extension of the company’s core values, “Following the Sun, Leading in Quality®.” These words not only describe the roots of such a commitment to excellence, but emphasize Sunripe’s dedication to delivering products that meet the highest quality standards while prioritizing sustainability, social responsibility, and food safety.

On top of Sunripe’s product lineup, the team will be emphasizing its ability to meet customer-specific requirements by offering customizable options for sizing, grade, and pack configurations. Sunripe’s specialty packs cater to changing consumer demands as well and highlight the operation’s dedication to collaborating with customers in packaging research and development, including the option for private-label packaging.

Each item in Sunripe’s showcase is an extension of the company’s core values, “Following the Sun, Leading in Quality®”

“As we prepare for the trade show, we are eager to share our team’s story and expertise,” Jon expresses. “Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about our journey, from the meticulous sourcing of unique varieties to the implementation of sustainable farming techniques. We are passionate about showcasing how our team’s dedication and expertise result in top-notch products that meet and exceed your expectations. From seed selection to harvesting, our team ensures that every step of the process reflects our commitment to excellence.”

With Southern Innovations right around the corner, mark your to-do lists and seek out Sunripe Certified Brands at booth #520.

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