Fresh Events

Postharvest Technology Short Course
When: June 17-28
Where: Davis, Calif.
The University of California, Davis will offer a two-week course focused on the biology and technologies of handling fruits, vegetables, nuts and ornamentals in California. The lecture and field trip is open to 55 participants, and the lecture-only course is open to 25. Enrollment will be treated as first-paid, first-enrolled.
postharvest.ucdavis.edu

Produce Marketing Association Foodservice Conference and Exposition
When: July 26-28
Where: Monterey, Calif.
Providing the opportunity to meet with foodservice leaders throughout the industry, the Produce Marketing Association Foodservice Conference and Exposition will offer attendees an environment in which to network with one another, learn about new products and services and much more. The annual event reportedly has a 93 percent exhibitor approval rating.
fsc.pma.com

The Packer’s Midwest Produce Conference & Expo
When: August 10-20
Where: Chicago
Bringing together leading produce growers, suppliers, wholesalers, distributors, retail executives and more, The Packer’s Midwest Produce Conference & Expo is intended to fill a niche in the region by merging a conference program, networking events and a retail tour with an industry expo.
midwestproduceexpo.com

Produce Inspection Training Program
When: Sept. 10-14
Where: Fredericksburg, Va.
In partnership with the USDA-AMS, the United Fresh Foundation is offering three produce inspection training courses in 2013. Attendees will have hands-on instruction from USDA expert and learn about quality control standards, inspection grading, USDA produce procedures and requirements, and more. Developed into two courses, participants will first take Fundamentals of Produce Inspection and then Commodity Labs.
unitedfresh.org/programs

PMA Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition
When: Oct. 18-20
Where: New Orleans The Fresh Summit is an opportunity for growers, retailers, processors, suppliers, wholesalers and more to meet and stay up-to-date on the global supply chain. More than 20,000 industry professionals from more than 60 countries convene to obtain information about global connections, consumer insights and more.
freshsummit.com