July 28, 2023

Nominations open until Aug. 18 for annual IFPA awards

The International Fresh Produce Association is accepting nominations for its annual Awards of Excellence until Aug. 18.

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The International Fresh Produce Association is accepting nominations for its annual Awards of Excellence until Aug. 18.

Winners will be recognized in October at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim, California.

The awards recognize individuals and organizations advancing the produce and floral industries through innovation, collaboration and leadership.

Award categories include:

  • Advocate of the Year: Recognizes one IFPA member company that serves as an advocate for the entire produce industry.
  • Frieda Rapoport Caplan Women’s Catalyst Award: Honors a leader in the produce or floral industry who cultivates women’s potential.
  • Jay Pack Cultivating Our Future Award: Honors a volunteer who attracts talent to the industry.
  • Produce Excellence in Foodservice Award: Recognizes chefs and foodservice operations for innovation, creativity and all-around excellence in the use of fresh produce in the culinary arts.
Nominations in each category can be made online.