Nature Fresh Farms Earns High Honors at 17th Annual Greenhouse Competitions
Nature Fresh Farms won several awards at the 17th annual Greenhouse Competitions, all honoring its achievements in the field of greenhouse farming. This year, the company was recognized for its attention to quality, flavor and overall consumer experience. Nature Fresh Farms took home three Chef’s Choice Awards and placed in the pepper, cucumber, tomato and berry categories.
“It is an incredible honor to see our team recognized for the investment we make in creating products that are high quality and flavor forward” said Matt Quiring, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Nature Fresh Farms. “It is a testament to the passion and expertise of our team, who consistently strive to exceed expectations and set new standards of quality in greenhouse farming.”
- Chef’s Choice English Cucumber
- Chef’s Choice Organic Red Bell Pepper
- Chef’s Choice Roma on the Vine
- 1st place Orange Bell Pepper
- 1st Place Roma on the Vine
- 1st Place Cocktail Tomato
Additionally, the company received recognition for the following products:
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Sweet S’NAPSTM
- Blackberries
- Orange Cherry on the Vine Tomatoes
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HiirosTM Tomatoes
- Razzes Raspberries
- Tomatoes on the Vine
- Mini Cucumbers
Expert judges, including representatives from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Affairs, grocery store produce managers, chefs and other industry professionals conducted blind taste tests to evaluate all entries in the competition without bias. They awarded honors based on different factors, including product quality and flavor.
“We’re always working on enhancing the consumers eating experience through growing unique and exclusive varieties that challenge the standard varieties in the market and help differentiate the product offerings for retail and food service partners,” said Quiring. “These awards serve to highlight that the effort our team puts into everything from seed selection to consumer trials helps us to continue to deliver superior product.”
The annual Greenhouse Competitions gives the local greenhouse community a platform to showcase their produce. It also supports REACH International, a cause that mobilizes resources to support underprivileged children and families in Uganda, Africa.