The Southeast Produce Council creates dynamic female-forward initiatives through its Southern Roots platform. The council recently added Southern Roots committee members who will bring fresh perspectives and a strong commitment to cultivating and enriching relationships of women in produce: Desiree Forsythe of National Produce FB LLC Melissa Pine of Bolthouse Farms Kim St George of Renaissance Food Group The Southern Roots committee said it is confident these ladies meet the high expectations required of a committee member. These women, part of active corporate membership companies, have shown

The Southeast Produce Council unveiled a powerful lineup of speakers for upcoming Southern Innovations, Sept. 22-24. Held at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, TN, this year’s conference will continue to build upon SEPC’s “What’s New?” platform, which debuted during last year’s conference. Southern Innovations has become a highly tuned platform that delivers creative solutions and inventive perspectives for each segment of our industry, and the following guest speakers are sure to encapsulate SEPC’s continued endeavors: Keynote Speaker – Rorke Denver, Navy SEAL

Education is one of the key foundations of the Southeast Produce Council's mission, which is one reason why the council was proud to announce recently its newest scholarship program: SEPC Fresh Chefs. But the deadline to apply is fast approaching. Applications must be submitted electronically by 5 p.m. EST on May 31. This innovative program is open to any full-time college or secondary education student pursuing a degree in culinary arts or restaurant management. Recipients of the SEPC Fresh Chefs Scholarship will each receive one of three $1,500 scholarships toward their educational goals for

Savannah, GA, smiled on the produce industry as the Southeast Produce Council held its Southern Innovations event Sept. 9-11 at the Savannah Convention Center and the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa. The show floor at the Savannah Convention Center buzzed as exhibitors happily highlighted their latest and greatest products.

SAVANNAH, GA — The Southeast Produce Council enthusiastically welcomed back the fresh produce industry to its 2021 fall event, held Sept. 9-11 at the Savannah Convention Center and the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, in Savannah's historic river district. The in-person event was a celebration on many levels. Attendees heard what's new in farming, retail, foodservice and the planet; the council introduced its new officers and board of directors; the council recognized the service of some longtime members; and attendees saw the latest products from exhibitors at the trade show. But

SAVANNAH, GA — After having to cancel last year's Southern Innovations conference and trade show due to the worldwide pandemic, the Southeast Produce Council enthusiastically welcomed back the fresh produce industry to its 2021 fall event, held early September in Savannah, the oldest city in the state of Georgia. The in-person event was a celebration on many levels. Attendees heard what's new in farming, retail, foodservice and the planet; the council introduced its new officers and board of directors; the council recognized the service of some longtime members; and attendees saw the latest