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This one-day program is an education immersion into the structure and operations of the produce industry. Topics covered include: food system economics, product and information flows, consumer and competitive trends and other critical industry issues. The program provides a foundation to understand and appreciate the produce industry’s critical role in the food system, as well as helping participants excel in their current and near-future jobs.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

Who should attend?<\/strong>
Junior industry executives with less than 5 years’ experience in sales, procurement, food safety, marketing, logistics or related functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When is it?<\/strong>
Wednesday, December 2, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where is it held?<\/strong>
This program is held in conjunction with the New York Produce Show at the Sheraton New York Times Square in Manhattan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information on the program, including where to stay, please see the New York Produce Show<\/a> event page.<\/p>\n\n\n

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