SACRAMENTO, CA - Whether you are an avid creator of annual resolutions, a friend who likes fresh beginnings, or a colleague who enjoys the opportunity to reflect, the beginning of the new year provides many occasions for us all to take a moment and pause. I, for one, love the chance to reflect as a doorway to reinvigorating what I want for myself in the new year.

Joining me are some of our friends in sharing a few words to kick off 2024, so, please, check out what they have to say!

Alexandra Rae Molumby, Marketing Manager, Taylor Farms

“2023 was a wonderful year for me, full of new growth and opportunity! I am really excited about promoting our Taylor Farms products to consumers in 2024. Our shoppers don’t have to sacrifice flavor in order to be healthy. Our vision is to be America’s favorite maker of salads and healthy fresh foods, and I am honored to be a part of the movement!”

Marissa Ritter, Marketing Manager, Naturipe Farms

“It feels like last year flew by, and I can hardly believe we’re already in 2024! One of the things I am most looking forward to this year is seeing my wonderful industry friends at shows and conferences throughout the year. The best thing about this industry truly is the PEOPLE!”

Jeff Cady, Vice President of Produce and Floral, Tops Friendly Markets

"Happy New Year to the produce industry, and congratulations on a successful 2023! I'm looking forward to continuing to grow produce sales and consumption in 2024 with the help of all our partners with a strong focus on moving more volume than in 2023. Most will agree that is the fun part of our jobs."

Chris Miller, Produce Director, MOM's Organic Market

“The last three years have brought a lot of chaos between the pandemic, recovery, logistics, weather events, and everything that comes along with those! Moving into this new year, I am grateful for how much we have learned from these challenges! We have built new relationships and strengthened the long-standing ones. Let's take the hardships as an opportunity to move forward with strength and knowledge gained!”

Michael DuPuis, Quality Assurance and Public Relations Manager, Divine Flavor

“Hi, Produce World! Michael here from Divine Flavor. Can’t believe how fast 2023 came and went. I hope it was a good one. On behalf of the Divine Flavor family, we wish you all a happy, healthy, and flavorful year ahead. Cheers to 2024.”

Agreed, Michael! Cheers to 2024! I am thankful—so very thankful for the challenges of 2023 and the successes, as they have given me a more critical and appreciative lens through which to step into 2024. I thank you all for this opportunity every day.