Southeast Produce Council, Inc.

06/11/2026

Our June Silver Sponsor Spotlight recognizes the following SEPC member companies:

Baker Farms
Bee Sweet Citrus
Bolthouse Fresh Foods
BornFarms
Capespan North America
CarbAmericas

Click or visit seproducecouncil.com/level-sponsors to learn more about each outstanding organization and all SEPC Level Sponsors!

06/11/2026

A special thank you to the Southeast Produce Council, Inc. for sponsoring the 2026 Paul Anderson Youth Home Bike Ride! Your continued partnership and commitment to changing the lives of young men through faith, discipline, and hope help make this journey possible. Together, we're riding for a purpose and creating opportunities for brighter futures.

06/11/2026

🎸 Register NOW for Southern Innovations 2026—Where Innovation Takes Center Stage! 🌟

Get ready to see the produce industry in a whole new light! From September 9–12, 2026, the Southeast Produce Council is taking over the Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee, for an unforgettable Southern Innovations experience.

Secure your presence today to ensure your brand has the opportunity to shine!🌟

🔗https://brushfire.com/southeastproducecouncil/sepcsoutherninnovations2026/628507

Together, let's light up the industry. Together We Grow Higher!

06/10/2026

TURN UP THE PLAY: Add a Wednesday Activity to your Southern Innovations Experience!🎯⛳️🏓

Are you ready to take center stage at Southern Innovations? Kick off your Nashville experience by adding one of our exclusive networking activities on Wednesday, September 9th!

Whether you’re looking for friendly competition or premium networking, we’ve got the perfect lineup for you:

🎯 Martin Eubanks Sporting Clays Classic: Lock in your aim and enjoy a scenic tournament at the Nashville Gun Club.
⛳️ Founders Memorial Golf Tournament: Tee off in honor of SEPC’s founders at the breathtaking Hermitage Golf Course.
🏓 The Cool Cucumber Pickleball Classic: Show off your best d**k shot at our brand-new location!

Spaces fill up fast, so don't wait until you get to Tennessee to build your itinerary!

Register NOW 👉🏼https://seproducecouncil.com/events-networking/southern-innovations/
🔗 Already registered? Click the link in your confirmation email to modify your schedule and add an activity!

06/10/2026

Not all superheroes wear capes—some distribute fresh produce!! 🦸‍♂️🍓🍏

Talk about a heroic effort! Reinforcing our SEPC Cares initiative, a fantastic team of SEPC member volunteers joined the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Strong4Life Superhero Sprint team once again on Saturday, June 6th, at Piedmont Park! 🏃‍♂️💨

Together, our member companies donated and transported over 16,000 lbs of nutritious fruits and vegetables to distribute to race participants and their families, who welcomed the fresh, healthy bounty with immense gratitude. Every pound shared goes toward supporting CHOA's Strong4Life program, helping Georgia families raise healthy, resilient kids. 💚

A massive, superhero-sized THANK YOU to the incredible member companies who donated their time, energy, products, and logistics resources to this worthy cause:
🚛 Nickey Gregory Company | Family Fresh Foods | Gregory Family Express | Robinson Fresh | Lane Southern Orchards | Herndon Farms | Bolthouse Fresh | California Giant Berry Farms | Royal Food Service | Wish Farms | The Wonderful Company | Red Sun Farms | FreshPoint | Mucci Farms | Bland Farms Vidalia Brands | Grimmway Produce Group | Eco Farms | The Fresh Market | Chick-fil-A

When the produce industry links arms, we can achieve truly incredible things for our community. 🏔️🌱

06/09/2026

Level Up Your Produce Career: Apply for STEP-UPP 2027! 🚀🍎

Are you ready to go behind the scenes of the supply chain? We are officially seeking the next generation of leaders for our Southeast Training Education Program for Upcoming Produce Professionals (STEP-UPP)!

This year-long immersive program is designed for Retail and Foodservice professionals who want to master the industry through strategic orientation, personal leadership development, and hands-on field experience.

What’s in store for the Classes of 2027?
🚜 Hands-on Tours: In-depth field experiences in the spring and summer.
🎓 Classroom Learning: Strategic sessions to sharpen your industry IQ.
🤝 Elite Networking: Exclusive access to industry veterans and peers.
🎉 Grand Finale: A formal graduation at Southern Innovations!

Space is strictly limited to 10-12 students per class. Don't miss your chance to grow higher!

📅 Deadline: July 10, 2026, by 5:00 pm EST
🔗 Apply for Foodservice here: https://form.jotform.com/232685942692166
🔗 Apply for Retail here: https://form.jotform.com/81275866084163

06/09/2026

Our June Gold Sponsor Spotlight features Avocados From Mexico - the #1 selling brand of avocados in the U.S. As leaders in the category, Avocados From Mexico provides customers everything they need to sustain avocado activity all year - from demand-driving promotions and partnerships, to robust advertising and innovative displays.

Visit https://avocadosfrommexico.com/ to learn more!

Find tasty avocado & guacamole recipes, avocado nutrition facts, health benefits of avocado, and more about the always in season Avocados From Mexico.

06/08/2026

Apply for The Nolan Family Foundation Scholarship! 🎓✨

At the Southeast Produce Council, we believe that leadership is rooted in strong values. We are honored to announce that applications are now being accepted for the James & Theresa Nolan Family Foundation Scholarship.

This special $5,000 award was established to memorialize Jim Nolan and his unwavering commitment to ethical integrity in the workplace. We are looking for students who not only excel academically but also understand the profound importance of doing the right thing, even when it’s difficult.

The Details:
💰 Award: One-time $5,000 scholarship
📚 Focus: Academic excellence and a 500–1000 word essay on professional ethics
📅 Deadline: June 26, 2026, by 5:00 pm EST

Eligibility: Applicants must have a parent or grandparent who is an SEPC corporate member in good standing.

Help us support the next generation of ethical leaders.
Together We Grow Higher! 🏔️🌱

🔗 Learn More & Apply Here: https://seproducecouncil.com/education/

06/08/2026

Fueling Fun & Healthy Living at Camp Strong4Life! 🍓🥑📦

On Friday, a very special delivery was headed straight to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Camp Strong4Life! We are absolutely thrilled to pack and send off this year's incredible Camp Strong4Life Boxes, bursting with up to 14 vibrant components of fresh, nutritious produce.

Inside this year's boxes, campers will find everything they need to stay fueled and learn about healthy eating, including:
🥗 A complete kit for salad-making
🥑 A dynamic kit for guacamole-making
🍓 Sweet Strawberries & Blueberries
🥔 Fresh Sweet Potatoes, Zucchini, & Yellow Squash
🧅 World-famous Vidalia Onions & juicy Mangoes

A mountain of gratitude goes out to the entire Southeast Produce Council family for sponsoring this beautiful initiative. We also want to extend a massive thank you to our incredible industry partner Nickey Gregory Company whose product contributions played a massive role in minimizing costs and maximizing the impact for these kids.

When our industry comes together to support the health and wellness of the next generation, everyone wins.