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SWIPE 2026 sees record attendance, buyers

This year's SWIPE hosted more than 800 attendees for the January 22-24, 2026 event at the JW Marriott Starr Pass...

5 months ago 1 minute read

SWIPE panel analyzes AI in retail 

Retail and produce experts say as they get more comfortable using artificial intelligence in their businesses, it can be a game...

5 months ago 2 minute read

FPAA releases SWIPE 2026 education program

Southwest International Produce Expo attendees will learn from the industry’s best and brightest at its educational session programming.

6 months ago 4 minute read

FPAA announces new board leadership

At its annual meeting, FPAA members reviewed accomplishments, discussed strategic priorities, and elected new leadership for the upcoming term.

7 months ago 4 minute read

FPAA honors 2025 Member of the Year

FPAA announces Gonzalo Avila, CEO of Malena Produce, as the 2025 FPAA Member of the Year, during its annual meeting.

8 months ago 4 minute read

FPAA offers new networking options at SWIPE 2026

No matter which type of produce industry pro you are, the Southwest International Produce Expo is designed to be a place to connect.

8 months ago 4 minute read

FPAA names 2025 Pillar of the Industry Award honoree

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas is proud to announce that Pedro Francisco Batiz will receive the Pillar of...

8 months ago 4 minute read

FPAA opens registration for SWIPE 2026

Registration is now open for the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas' SWIPE 2026 taking place January 22-24, 2026, in...

11 months ago 3 minute read

FPAA says ending TSA will harm U.S. consumers and businesses

The FPAA is disappointed the Department of Commerce has terminated the Tomato Suspension Agreement (TSA) July 14.

12 months ago 3 minute read

FPAA addresses ‘falsehoods’ with tomato suspension agreement

It is important to correct several falsehoods and misconceptions that have been touted by the Florida Tomato Exchange in various...

12 months ago 8 minute read

FPAA: Duties on Mexican tomatoes hurts consumers

American consumers will pay significantly more for their preferred tomatoes if duties go into place on U.S. importers of Mexican...

1 year ago 2 minute read

FPAA discusses trade, tariffs, and food safety at annual Spring Policy Summit

FPAA recently brought together industry leaders, experts, and partners for its annual Spring Policy Summit

1 year ago 4 minute read

FPAA releases agenda for 2025 Spring Policy Summit & Food Safety Summit

(Tubac, AZ) – The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) BB #:144354 is finalizing plans for the 2025 Spring Policy...

1 year ago 4 minute read

FPAA adds food safety to Spring Policy Summit

January 27, 2025 (Tubac, AZ) – The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) BB #:144354 is pleased to announce...

1 year ago 2 minute read

FPAA announces 2024 elected board members

(Nogales, AZ) – The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) BB #:144354 held its annual membership meeting on November...

2 years ago 3 minute read

FPAA celebrates record-breaking SWIPE 2024

(TUCSON, AZ) — The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) BB #:144354 is proud to announce the success of...

2 years ago 5 minute read

I ‘SWIPE’d’ right on these five show floor finds

TUCSON, AZ — Walking an expo floor just a few weeks after the Global Produce & Floral Show didn’t give...

2 years ago 2 minute read

FPAA honors 2024 Member of the Year

(Tucson, AZ) — The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) BB #:144354 is proud to announce that Javier “JJ”...

2 years ago 4 minute read

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