"Seen and Heard" at OPS 2021 Part 2

Get an inside look into what OPS attendees experienced during Organic Produce Summit 2021. 

Heather Fuller leading a group of retailers during the Braga field tour

Retailers attending the Taylor Farms/Earthbound field tour

“I thought OPS did a good job hosting this event, providing great educational opportunities and an open-air environment that felt safe for the trade show. It was wonderful to see so many friends, colleagues, and customers together in person and to all be in one place for the same reason—organic produce!” – Chris Ford, Business Development and Marketing Manager, Viva Tierra Organic

Opening reception

Members of Costco enjoying the opening reception

Walter Robb moderating "Growth of CEA: What's Real and What's Hype? Part 1"

“Organic produce sales are a big part of Stew Leonard’s. I’m still seeing 10-15 percent growth every year. At this show, we are seeing a lot of organic suppliers from out West that we don’t know about. It’s a fantastic show.” - Bovey Lu, Produce Manager, Stew Leonard's

"Obstacles and Opportunities for Organic Produce Post-COVID" ed session

Paul Mastronardi, Mastronardi Produce

Attendees meeting between educational sessions

Outdoor viewing area

Micah Shea, Taylor Farms

“We are so excited to be back at this trade show after such a long time. This is always a great show to tout our organic medjool dates. This show has a very good retail presence, and we enjoy seeing buyers and old friends from around the country.” - Ben Antongiovanni, Pure Palm Produce

Keynote speaker Jim Donald, Co-Chairman, Albertsons, and Kevin Coupe, MNB

Attendees making their way to lunch

Outdoor lunch sponsored by Tanimura & Antle and Homegrown Organic Farms

Dave Parrish, North State Grocery, with Christina Hahn, Lipman Farms

We think this show affords us the most opportunity to visit with retailers and wholesalers. I don't think there’s a show quite like this one as far as being able to meet new contacts and customers. To share the organic message! We also enjoy the area; it's just a wonderful place to be. We love OPS for holding it!” - Gene Louden, Import Manager, Dovex

Vic Savanello, Matt Parker, Daniel Smith, SpartanNash, and Jeff Schultz, Hollywood Markets, speak with Andy Martin, A&A Organic Farms

Trade show floor

Retailers Greg Lehr, Steven Wichmann, and Matthew Sassman, Straub's Fine Foods, speak with Jason Grolnick, Ippolito International