BEST NEW PRODUCT: Nature Fresh Farms Yoom Tomatoes. Nature Fresh Farms describes this variety as a two-bite, deep purple tomato with an “intensity and range of flavour from savoury to a hint of plum-like sweetness.”
BEST SNACKABLE PRODUCT - Naturipe Farms Boost Bento and Bliss Bento. With ingredients that nourish and energize, Naturipe says its ready-to-eat snack pack satisfy with protein, fibre and vitamin C. Available in a variety of combinations from Classic ‘n Sharp (with berries, almonds and sharp cheddar cheese) to Vanilla Crunch (with berries, granola and honey roasted walnuts).
BEST ORGANIC PRODUCT – Mastronardi Produce Queen of Greens Spirited Spring Mix. Touted by the company as “greens that rule” this Queen of Greens Spirited Spring Mix is a premium blend of greens that are grown “without humaninteraction” in greenhouses where no pesticides are used.
BEST PACKAGING INNOVATION - Cascades Closed Baskets for fresh produce. Produce packaging that’s more sustainable. This sturdy basket is made of recycled and recyclable corrugated cardboard.
Source: Canadian Produce Marketing Association