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Produce industry headlines: September 17, 2026
Read about Kroger's price pressure on suppliers, consumers' growing interest in private label, the changing Canadian consumer, and more.
Produce industry headlines: September 16, 2026
Links today include farmers turning on Trump, Price Chopper/Market 32's low price program, Harps' leadership succession, and more.
CPMA addresses Canada-U.S. trade dispute
Recognizing that this is a swiftly evolving situation, CPMA will support members with information and resources for the fresh produce...
CPMA names Ag Minister as its 2026 Produce Champion
CPMA’s annual Produce Champion award is presented to a Member of Parliament or Senator who has shown exceptional support for...
CPMA advances action to reduce food loss and waste
Through a series of recent initiatives, CPMA is strengthening its leadership in helping companies reduce and recover value from FLW.
Produce industry headlines: June 23, 2026
Read about Kroger's pricing plans, the restaurant business' bifurcation, event updates on CPMA and FPFC, a cherry crop update, and...
CPMA welcomes National Food Security Strategy
The government’s National Food Security Strategy includes important commitments in support of the fresh fruit and vegetable supply chain.
CPMA presses for free and fair trade and food security
CPMA held its 2026 Fresh Future Conference, a refreshed spring advocacy event that builds on the success of previous Farm...
David Dubé of Krown Produce announced as CPMA’s 2026-27 Chair
CPMA is pleased to announce David Dubé as the 2026-27 CPMA Chair following his appointment during the board meeting held...
CPMA announces new Board of Directors
CPMA held its 2026 Annual General Meeting, bringing members together to reflect on a year of advocacy for Canada’s fresh...
CPMA urges government collaboration after court ruling against plastic packaging
The ruling raises the risk that the government may return to the regulatory intentions it set out in 2023 which...
CPMA: CFIA to phase out Destination Inspection Service
CPMA says CFIA has not provided an implementation timeline but has indicated that these changes will not take effect immediately.
Government produce packaging study supports CPMA guidance
The report reinforces the industry’s position that sustainable packaging solutions must be holistic, with food waste prevention as the goal.
CPMA opens registration for 2026 convention in Toronto
Online registration for the 2026 Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s Convention and Trade Show is now open.
CPMA and WGA release sustainable packaging guidelines
The Sustainable Produce Packaging Alignment releases a guide aimed to create a unified, industry-wide approach to sustainable packaging.
CPMA releases sustainability report to streamline audits and reporting
CPMA releases a new report, "An Industry-Led Response to the Challenge of Sustainability Reporting and Audit Proliferation."
CPMA welcomes removal of Canadian retaliatory tariffs on CUSMA-compliant produce
Prime Minister Mark Carney announces that Canada will remove retaliatory tariffs on CUSMA-compliant goods, including fresh produce.
North American produce industry urges U.S., Canada, and Mexico leaders to resolve tariff disputes
In a letter to U.S., Mexican, and Canadian leaders, the groups stressed the interdependence of the North American produce supply...
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