Events and News
FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) Course
Offered by Mérieux NutriSciences and the Texas International Produce Association (TIPA), this course will provide participants with the knowledge to implement the requirements of the “Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) for Importers of Food for Humans and Animals” regulation [...]
Workshop: Mitigating the Cost of a Recall
We are offering a free workshop to TIPA members entitled “Mitigating the Cost of a Product Recall”. We have secured a nationally renowned attorney, Sarah Brew, who specializes in food safety and recall related cases. As all of you [...]
TIPA Member Training Session: Audit Training for Food Safety Systems for Internal and External Suppliers
We wanted to alert you to a training opportunity coordinated by TIPA, for TIPA Members, scheduled for Feb 7-8. REGISTER NOW If you source product from growers or other companies as part of your operation, then this is an [...]
Texas Sees Surge in Fresh Produce Imports
(Mission, TX) Imports of fresh fruits and vegetables are surging across Texas’ international ports of entry, driving industry and economic growth in the Lone Star state, a recent study reports. The study, conducted by the Texas A&M Center for [...]
Texas Produce Industry Names Five to Hall of Fame
The Texas International Produce Association named five produce industry leaders to its Hall of Fame this week. The TIPA Hall of Fame has been a “proud tradition since 1988, recognizing people who have made exceptional contributions to the industry,” [...]
Produce Hall of Fame 2016
Save the Date The Texas International Produce Association and the Hall of Fame Committee will soon begin the selection process for individuals who have demonstrated true leadership in the Texas produce industry. The select few will be inducted into [...]