New produce company shareholder group focused on sustainability, R&D

Canadian produce grower, packer and shipper Thomas Fresh Inc. has formed a new shareholder group of growers and employees aimed at enhancing the company’s strategic direction.

Effective Aug. 1, the new shareholder group includes seven influential growers and employees with experience and expertise across market sectors, according to a news release.

The group will work with the company’s board and executive leadership to provide strategic insights and support key company objectives, with focuses on advancing sustainability and research and development, according to the release.

Thomas Fresh operates conventional and organic-certified packing facilities in Calgary, Saskatoon and Vancouver, supplying high-quality Asian, organic and conventional produce from established farms.