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INTERNATIONAL FRESH PRODUCE ASSOCIATION
Organization · DC
Hires government relations
Trade association representing the fresh produce and floral industry
Who they hire
What they lobby on
Educate members and Administration officials about the priorities of the fresh produce and floral industry, including labor, organics, supply chain, research, crop protection, risk management, and the impacts of climate change on agricultural production. Monitor developments regarding the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 (H.R. 8467) and the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act (Senate draft) and educate policymakers on the priorities of the fresh produce and floral industries. Monitor the development of the FY 2025 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Bill.
Educate policymakers regarding food safety issues related to the fresh produce industry. Monitor regulations related to nutrition, including those contained in the National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health.
Monitor issues related to immigration and ag labor proposals that may impact the fresh produce industry.
Educate policymakers on immigration and ag labor proposals which may impact the fresh produce industry.
Monitor transportation proposals that may impact the fresh produce supply chain.