CPMA Webinar Series

The fresh produce industry is fast-paced and dynamic. There is little opportunity to take time out of a busy day for training and education, especially as everything in fresh produce is "just in time". Recognizing the challenge of continuing education in our industry, CPMA organizes and hosts webinars specifically for fresh produce. You can learn about new issues, technologies and ask questions of industry experts from the comfort and convenience of your own office.

CPMA's Education Committee works diligently to identify trends, topics and key issues that would be of use and interest to fresh produce people. There are many diverse topics throughout the supply chain, and various levels of involvement. The Education Committee works with CPMA staff to schedule quarterly webinars on different topics.

Webinars range from one to three hours in length depending upon the topic, and how much time is needed by webinar participants for questions and answers. After the webinar, CPMA provides answers to any outstanding questions and provides a link to the webinar presentations for future reference (limited time access). Subject matter experts are invited to speak and include industry leaders, government officials and external professionals.

Future webinars are planned and will be advertised to members when the dates are confirmed.

Some of CPMA’s previous webinars have focused on:

• CPMA 101 and Sneak Peak at the New Consumer Marketing Campaign
• Preparing for the Produce Traceability Initiative (PTI)
• Technologies for the Fresh Produce Cold Chain
• Labelling: Meeting the Canadian Requirements
• Food Safety
• E-Commerce
• DataBar
• Pandemic Emergency Planning

Education is an important part of growing your business and CPMA is committed to building an education program to aid you, in your-day-to-day operations and keep you on top of what’s happening in the Industry.

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CPMA Interactive Tools

CPMA Repacking and Wholesale Tool
Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Labelling Tool

Classroom Resources

Freggie’s Eat Smart Nutrition Unit

Industry Reports

Canadian Grocer Magazine's 2008 Leaders in Fresh

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