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The Canadian Produce Marketing Association;s 2024 Convention and Trade Show returns to Vancouver, British Columbia, April 23-25.

Meet me in Vancouver: Excitement builds for CPMA Convention and Trade Show

Ahead of this year’s gathering, The Packer connected with exhibitors to learn more about why CPMA is a must-attend event.

Christina Herrick and Jennifer Strailey

Apr 12, 2024
Produce Marketing , Canadian Produce Marketing Association

Those attending the Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s annual convention and trade show will have opportunities to make face-to-face connections on the show floor and during educational and networking events.

CPMA set for international show with regional flair

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show returns to western Canada this year with a focus on sustainability, networking and the strength of the country's domestic market.

Christina Herrick

Apr 11, 2024
Produce - General , Produce Marketing , Canada , Canadian Produce Marketing Association

Walt Breeden, Oppy’s former vice president of Canadian sales, played late-night talk show host at CPMA’s award banquet April 27, 2023. He was joined on stage by The Packer’s Matt Morgan, who presented Mario Masellis with the 2023 Canadian Produce Person of the Year award.

The Packer seeks nominations for the 2024 Canadian Produce Person of the Year

Do you know someone who is advancing the Canadian produce industry, creating change and giving a voice to the underrepresented in fresh produce? The Packer wants to hear from you. Deadline for nominations is March 18.

The Packer Staff

Feb 20, 2024
Awards , Canada , Canadian Produce Marketing Association , Produce Marketing

Shown from left are Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Canadian Produce Marketing Association Chair Colin Chapdelaine.

Canadian produce industry advocates for affordable, healthy food during PM roundtable

Fresh produce representatives recently met with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to voice concerns and emphasize industry initiatives.

The Packer Staff

Nov 21, 2023
Produce - General , Canada , Canadian Produce Marketing Association , Packaging

Canadian retailers, government and the Canadian Produce Marketing Association are clashing over ways to handle food inflation.

CPMA: Government's proposed price freezes ‘will add more financial burden’

While CPMA supports improved data collection and a Grocery Code of Conduct, it has “significant concerns” with potential discounts, price freezes, price matching and the development of a Grocery Task Force.

Amy Sowder

Oct 06, 2023
Produce Retail , PMG Industry Perspective , Canadian Produce Marketing Association

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