Sunday, July 18, 2021 - Karen Davidson

Lisa Thompson, representing the rural riding of Huron-Bruce, becomes the new Ontario minister of agriculture, food and rural affairs. She’s been a MPP since 2011.

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 - Karen Davidson

A Manitoba household name, Peak of the Market, has appointed a new CEO to carry forward the marketing strategies for more than 100 different varieties of locally grown produce. She’s Pamela Kolochuk, most recently the company’s chief financial officer.

Thursday, July 1, 2021 - Karen Davidson

Crystal Mackay will coordinate the Food Day Canada event set for July 31. The farm and food advocate takes over the reins from event founder Anita Stewart, who passed in 2020.

Friday, June 11, 2021 - Karen Davidson

The Ontario Produce Marketing Association has appointed seven new board members for three-year terms at its annual general meeting June 9, 2021. Their backgrounds range from retail to greenhouse operations.

Thursday, April 15, 2021 - Karen Davidson

During Fresh Week, the Canadian Produce Marketing Association announced five winners in the categories of Best New Product, Packaging Innovation, Best Snackable Product, Organic Product, New Technology. Winners were chosen among 56 products from 42 companies.

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 - Karen Davidson

John Anderson, chair, CEO and managing partner of The Oppenheimer Group has been named recipient of the 2021 CPMA Lifetime Achievement Award.