Youngstown Distributors, est. 1910, a 5th-gen family farm in California’s San Joaquin Valley. Grows stone fruit, pomegranates, persimmons, grapes, and citrus. Offers fresh produce, pomegranate fresh-cut, and beverage manufacturing.
Valley Fruit & Produce/Continental Export
Valley Fruit and Produce/Continental Export is a Los Angeles based 105+ year old, third generation, woman owned/operated, “all things” produce shipper/processor/supplier. We service Retail, Foodservice, DLA/DOD, School, and Export Sales Channels with an active assortment of 1,600+ SKU’s (conventional and organic). From the moment a fruit or vegetable is harvested, the freshness timer goes off and it is a race to preserve the nutrients, flavor, and appearance of the product until it arrives in the consumer shopping cart or on the family table. We chase the sun on a global scale to provide the peak of-season flavors and exciting varietals from growing regions spanning from our California backyard to fields throughout a network of farmers worldwide. New ideas and technologies enhance our capabilities and drive efficiency and new products. A passion for produce and a commitment to operational excellence is what motivates us to deliver on our promise to our local, regional, national and export customer-partners.
Valley Fruit and Produce/Continental Export
From the moment a fruit or vegetable is harvested, the freshness timer goes off and it is a race to preserve the nutrients, flavor, and appearance of the product until it arrives in the consumer shopping cart or on the family table. We chase the sun on a global scale to provide the peak of-season flavors and exciting varietals from growing regions spanning from our California backyard to fields throughout a network of farmers worldwide. New ideas and technologies enhance our capabilities and drive efficiency and new products. A passion for produce and a commitment to operational excellence is what motivates us to deliver on our promise to our local, regional, national and export customer-partners.
Urschel
As the #1 Global Leader in Food Cutting Technology, Urschel continues to successfully lead in the development, selling, and support of industrial cutting machinery to partner and assist food processors. A 100% employee-owned company, founded in 1910, the U.S.- based manufacturing company has continued to expand in technology to keep pace and adapt to the ever-changing needs of the industry. Urschel has expanded its portfolio through a recent acquisition. In the U.S., Mexico, China, and Pakistan, Urschel now offers and supports KRONEN systems. By providing KRONEN, Urschel delivers even more food industry solutions for processors of all sizes. Contact Urschel to learn more at www.urschel.com.
TAYLOR FARMS
In 1995, Taylor Farms set a lofty mission to become North America’s favorite maker of salads and healthy fresh foods. Now, 29 years later the Taylor Farms family has stayed true to its roots. We challenge ourselves every day, from field to fork, to grow our business responsibly, to lead by example and earn trust through our actions. Our ability to create pathways to healthy lives is dependent on the health of our business. As North America’s largest producer of fresh foods, it is our greatest opportunity to create positive long-lasting social and environmental impact through our products, processes and people. | In 1995, Bruce Taylor and several partners founded Taylor Fresh Foods. A new company with a new vision was born – to be North America’s favorite maker of salads and healthy fresh foods. We’ve come a long way since our humble roots, and we continue to grow our business with care and purpose like we do our products. It is thanks to our team’s dedication that we are able to make wholesome fresh foods that nourish families across the country. A family-owned and founder-led company to this day, we are proud that we are able to build for long-term success with our customers and supplier partners while being responsible stewards of the resources that we use. We are committed to being a force for good in the world and we cherish the opportunity to deliver healthy and delicious fresh foods to our consumers while protecting the land that feeds us.
Sundia Corporation
GT Brands (Sundia Corporation) manufactures and markets plant-based ready to go snacking options. TrueFruit is an innovative collection of processed fruit in sealed plastic cups/jars with extended shelf life. Fruit cup options available include, Red Grapefruit, peach, mango, papaya, mandarin orange, watermelon, pineapple and pineapple in coconut milk. good! snacks is a line of vegan protein bars with 15g of plant based protein that are gluten free, soy free, dairy free and low in sugar.
Southern Specialties
For over 35 years Southern Specialties has worked with the finest retailers, club stores, foodservice distributors and wholesalers in North America to “Bring Fresh Success To The Table”. Our extensive menu of specialty products, grown in the Americas, provides a solution to any consumers’ needs. Visit us at booth 1339 to learn how our vertically integrated programs, logistical support and Southern Selects value added product line can help bring ring to your register.
SAM AGRI GROUP
Sam Agri Group – 25 Years of Fresh Excellence Sam Agri is a pioneering integrated exporter of fresh pomegranate arils from India. It is the only player with three multi-locational high-care facilities strategically connected to international airports. All facilities are BRC certified and hold GlobalGAP, SMETA, and Fair Trade certifications, ensuring top-quality, safe, and fresh produce. Serving over 25 countries, Sam Agri is committed to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and global excellence, delivering freshness, reliability, and premium produce to markets worldwide.
North Carolina Department of Ag & Consumer Services
North Carolina is a source of fresh produce and horticultural products year round. Located in the upper southeast of the US, we can source to your customers quickly and efficiently throughout all 12 months.
NatureSeal
NatureSeal® has been at the forefront of fresh-cut, shelf-life extension technology since the inception of sliced apples. Our products are designed to offer solutions to the produce processing and foodservice industries worldwide. | NatureSeal®, Inc. has developed products for use within the foodservice industry that inhibit browning in fresh-cut produce. Whether you need a few hours or several days of extended shelf life, NatureSeal will keep cut fruits and vegetables from oxidizing, without altering the natural flavor. NatureSeal for Fresh-Cut Produce will keep your produce looking fresh for up to 14 days. These products are wholesome vitamin and mineral blends containing no sulfites and are completely allergen-free.