—Este año durante el show en Atlanta, se darán a conocer, por primera vez, muchas y valiosas oportunidades que harán crecer su negocio—

NEWARK, Del., 15 de septiembre, 2011 — A pesar de la retadora situación económica, la   industria de frutas y vegetales continúa progresando; y en Fresh Summit Convención y Exposición Internacional de Produce Marketing Association (PMA), que se llevará a cabo del 14 al 17 de octubre de 2011 en el Georgia World Congress Center en Atlanta, Georgia, EE.UU., habrá oportunidades para conocer lo más reciente para alca

—Many valuable, first-time features are on tap for this year’s show in Atlanta—

NEWARK, Del., Sept.

This year’s Fresh Connections started with an overview of the many benefits PMA has to offer.  Not only did the event provide a means of bringing the supply chain together through its networking component, it also allowed both potential and existing members an opportunity to learn best practices and education from experts in the industry.  Participants were introduced to 3 members of the produce industry and received information on Fruit and Vegetable Market Trends in Central America. 

Fresh Connections México 2011

En la conferencia Fresh Connections México 2011, se presentó información y análisis crítico sobre cómo han sido impactados el sector minorista y el sector de exportación.  También, se ofreció entendimiento profundo sobre tendencias del consumidor y de la industria.  Fresh Connections México fue más allá del análisis y ofreció una perspectiva fresca e ideas para lograr soluciones concretas y exitosas.   

El diseño de la conferencia Fresh Connections México, ofreció la oportunidad para que la industria l

It’s been a very busy time in government relations, and as an added member service we want to update you on some key initiatives that will affect your business. You’ll see a quick summary below with links to additional information in this Government Relations News Flash.

This advocacy to government agencies and Congress is intended to keep the produce business flowing freely and efficiently. From getting key U.S.

PLU Codes

This site, www.plucodes.com,  provides free Web access for all Price-Look Up (PLU) codes for fresh fruits and vegetables sold in random-weight/bulk in produce departments.

UPC Online

Subscriber login to UPC Online.

This database provides access to thousands of standardized, generic Universal Product Codes (UPCs) for fruits and vegetables. It is available as an annual subscription through PMA.

Repositioning the Floral Department to Recapture Mother’s Day Sales

April 2011

The Perishables Group, Inc.

If there is anyone that deserves a whole day dedicated to celebrating them, it would be Mom. Retailers can help support this by reminding consumers that flowers and other gifts from the floral department are ideal options to show appreciation on Mother’s Day. In order to do this, however, retailers may need to redirect their efforts to coincide with shifting consumer purchasing habits.

Steady Historical Sales Predict Solid

2011 Supermarket Floral Sales This Easter

March 2011

The Perishables Group, Inc.

April 2011

The PMA South Africa Country Council guides the association's activities in South Africa. Council members work to retain existing members and recruit new members, and to deliver and communicate local member value while increasing the sense of community. Committee members also assist in establishing PMA's long- and short-term priorities in the country, as directed by PMA’s Board of Directors.

Prerequisite(s) for this committee: Candidates for the South Africa Country Council: