DRC Trading Assistance Manager, Jaime Bustamante, was on hand to represent DRC at the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas’ (FPAA) two-day Spring Policy Summit. Held at the Tubac Golf Resort and Spa in Tubac, Arizona February 28-March 1st, the event drew attendees from the U.S., Mexico and Canada. Attendees from the fresh produce industry were on hand to discuss issues impacting the import operations of fruit and vegetable distributors. Topics discussed included food safety regulations, harmonization of food safety laws and regulations, efficiencies at borders and incorporation of new cold storage inspection areas at port of entry. Guest speakers included representatives from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and their counterparts from Mexico and Canada, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Mexican Customs and more. Takeaways from the event were focused on efficiency, relationship building and collaboration.
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