Brighter Bites is a nonprofit that provides families and teachers in underserved communities with fresh fruits and vegetables and nutrition education and tracks their dietary behavior change. The organization uses a simple formula: produce distribution, nutrition education, and a fun food experience that includes sampling a recipe of the week to see just how great [...]
Mission, Texas: Nearly 260 produce industry professionals and family members attended the 2020 Texas International Produce Association’s Hall of Fame ceremony on Monday evening, January 27th, at the McAllen Country Club in McAllen, Texas. Every seat and every table was completely filled to pay tribute to the evening’s honorees. The Hall of Fame has been [...]
In Bloom is a new regional organization for women in TIPA offering a variety of growth opportunities throughout the year, culminating in a fun and innovative women's event at Viva Fresh. The mission of In Bloom is to empower and advance women in produce through sharing opportunities, networking and mentorship, advocacy, professional development, and a [...]
Mission, Texas -- September 16, 2019: The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) will be hosting two workshops at their corporate headquarters in Mission, Texas on September 24, 2019. The topics will focus on overcoming labor challenges which is proving to be a key concern in the produce industry. These sessions are available for free for [...]
We would like to congratulate and welcome 3 new members to TIPA's Board of Directors: Mr. Luis Gudino of SiCar Farms Luis Gudino has been the CEO of SiCar Farms since 2003, who’s company is vertically integrated in the entire produce supply chain. From planting, growing, harvest, packing, exporting, importing and distribution, Luis has helped [...]
Be a part of the 12th Issue of AMHPAC's great annual event. This year, this event is looking to refresh its concept and this is something you can’t miss. On Sept. 5 and 6, Ensenada will be the headquarters of our Annual Convention, having the Torre Lucerna Hotel and Vinicola El Cielo as the venues. [...]
Our Annual TIPA Golf Tournament is taking place on Friday, July 12th, 2019 at the McAllen Country Club. REGISTER TODAY! SCHEDULE 10:30 AM…..REGISTRATION 11:30 AM……LUNCH 12:30 PM……SHOTGUN START, RAIN OR SHINE!
Seamus Mullen, award-winning New York chef, cookbook author and health and wellness expert will share his own personal healing journey during Viva Fresh Expo’s Keynote Luncheon on Friday, April 26 at the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort in San Antonio, Texas. Mullen grew up on an organic farm in Vermont. He first rose to national [...]
Register now for the 5th annual Viva Fresh Open! Presented by BEBO Distributing, Inc. and Wonderful Citrus, this year’s tournament promises to provide a world class experience, offering networking and entertainment; as well as a great opportunity to support the industry. This year’s charity golf tournament will kick off the 2019 Viva Fresh Produce Expo [...]
Today, for the first time in history, a Texas Agricultural Commissioner took his oath of office at a place other than the state capitol. Amidst the sounds of 18-wheelers and mariachis and the wonderful scents of both locally grown and imported fresh produce, the Texas Department of Agriculture’s (TDA) reelected Ag Commissioner Sid Miller was [...]
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