PORTERVILLE, CA - Organic produce is the name of the game for Homegrown Organic Farms (HGO)—literally. That’s what makes the grower a perfect addition to the Organic Produce Summit (OPS) show floor.

“We will showcase our year-round portfolio of organic programs, including citrus, stonefruit, berries, table grapes, and fall fruit,” Elise Smith, Marketing Manager, began telling me. “In addition to organic certification, each program features EFI-certified acreage and a growing number of Regenerative Organic Certified farms. We are proud to partner with the Equitable Food Initiative team to provide education on the program and certification at booth #400.”

Building on the excitement, Elise teased the unveiling of a new microbrand launching this fall. The berry exciting new brand is sure to wow taste buds and win hearts at the supplier’s booth as well as in the organic innovations showcase.

Since the event's inception, the HGO team has supported and participated in OPS. Every July, the entire team eagerly anticipates the opportunity to connect with the organic industry and customers.

“Everything about the summit, from the location and sponsors to the events and educational sessions, reflect the highest quality, and it's truly fantastic to be a part of it. The summit does an excellent job of creating an environment that fosters networking and relationship-building opportunities,” Elise continued. “We also look forward to learning from our peers and staying updated on the latest trends and discussions.”

Nine smiling faces from Homegrown Organic Farms will be waiting to greet you at booth #400. HGO hopes attendees will stop by to connect with the sales team, learn more about its history in organics, and sneak a peek at the newest microbrand.

“Our goal for the show is to share our 25-year legacy in organics with the industry. As trailblazers in adopting the highest standard certifications for social responsibility and sustainable farming, we offer Regenerative Organic Certified and Equitable Food Initiative Certified programs,” Elise stated.

In addition to its impressive booth setup, HGO’s Chief Executive Officer, Scott Mabs, will participate as a panelist in the "Strategies & Insights: Expanding Organic Fruit Sales" discussion.

“We also encourage attendees to join us for lunch hour at the plaza, where our organic blueberries will be featured on the menu and our regenerative organic certified stonefruit will be used in a live chef demonstration,” Elise concluded.

For all of this and more, be sure to swing by booth #400 as OPS gets underway later this week.