Grower-Shipper Association of Central California

Be sure to check out some of our upcoming industry events! https://bit.ly/3eKkDOL

We have developed ground-breaking worker protection programs that became a model for other agricultural regions. Visit our website to learn more about our work. https://bit.ly/3eIDkCi

Another 4,000 vaccinations given on Saturday to essential ag employees at the weekly GSA/Clinica de Salud clinic. Thanks again to all of the volunteers who make these weekly clinics possible. https://bit.ly/3dyoPPv

#DidYouKnow In San Benito County, fresh tomatoes cover over 600 acres of land. #FoodFunFacts Image Credit: Pixabay

In August, 1963, the millionth railroad car of iceberg lettuce was shipped from the Salinas-Watsonville District. #GSAHistory #ThrowbackThursday

In the GSA’s first year, the Salinas-Watsonville District shipped 20,101 carloads of lettuce to mid-western and east markets. #GSAHistory #tbt #throwbackthursday

Regulations that seek to address workplace hazards must be guided by data, information and science. Specific to farming, uninformed regulations may not adequately protect farm workers from COVID-19, may impact agriculture's ability to supply food to consumers and can place a misguided resource burden on farmers. https://bit.ly/3sTIaS3

#WeekendWellness We want to know what healthy dishes you’re cooking up this weekend with California produce. Share them with us in the comments!

94% of registered dietitians agree that fear-based, inaccurate information about produce safety is negatively impacting efforts to increase consumption of fruits and veggies among their consumers. Keep reading this post from @The Alliance For Food and Farming to learn more. https://bit.ly/35L9iJO

Replicating another of its Salinas Valley programs, the Grower Shipper Association of Central California (GSA) has established a COVID-19 training prevention program for food facility and farm employees in the Yuma in cooperation with the Regional Center for Border Health clinic. https://bit.ly/3aAGKoD

Tony Alameda of Top Flavor Farms was elected as the new Chair of the Grower-Shipper Association of Central California (GSA) at its Board of Directors meeting on Wednesday, October 21. Keep reading to find out more. https://bit.ly/3muKYAO

"He’s a guy who gets it done. He’s not one of those who just sits back and thinks of big ideas but never acts on them." Keep reading the recently published profile of GSA President Christopher Valadez in The Packer https://bit.ly/2Tqbyii

#DidYouKnow There are over 10,000 acres of celery fields in Monterey County. #FoodFunFacts

Looking for industry workshops, training, and webinars? See what’s happening by visiting the industry calendar on our website! https://bit.ly/2zflmoT

#FieldFriday #GrowerShipper

Almost 70% of respondents to a recent survey stated that their water quality was good to excellent. And, seventy-eight percent agreed that their biggest water concern was an adequate supply and impacts from another drought. Visit our blog to learn more. https://bit.ly/3nTlTkT

In February 2020, the Grower Shipper Association of Central California (GSA) conducted a survey of residents in the Bay Area and in our local farming regions. While this survey was conducted prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the results and responses still have value and provide important information to GSA as we work to advance families, food and farming in our region. https://bit.ly/3nTlTkT

In late-summer, 1930, Grower-Shipper Vegetable Association (GSVA) was founded with a committee of 15 shippers. That year, the Salinas-Watsonville District shipped 20,101 railroad carloads of iceberg lettuce. The Association’s first President was Henry L. Strobel. #GSAHistory #ThrowbackThursday #tbt

#DidYouKnow Some of Monterey County’s major crops include artichoke, broccoli, and cauliflower. Which one is your favorite?

As the fall transition time for leafy greens approaches we are working to make sure everyone in the supply chain is aware of the efforts of the leafy greens farming community to produce the safest products possible. Keep reading to learn more. https://bit.ly/3nuGXxF

In January, 1958, GSVA’s new office at 512 Pajaro Street in Salinas was completed and operations moved into this location. #GSAHistory #tbt

Our Vice President, Abby Taylor-Silva, proudly showcasing what makes our region and Monterey County special. It’s all about families, farming, the food we grow, and the people who bring the fresh produce from our Central Coast to tables across our nation and beyond.

The efforts of Congressman Farr, Congressman Panetta, and numerous agricultural organizations came to fruition recently at a groundbreaking at the USDA research center in Salinas. This new USDA Agricultural Research Technology Center will include new laboratories, greenhouses and capacity for additional scientists. GSA's Abby Taylor-Silva spoke at the event, noting that the culmination of the 20-year effort to bring this facility to Salinas was timely, and would bring necessary research forward related to viral, fungal and bacterial diseases affecting our lettuce, celery and spinach crops, as well as the development of soil fumigant alternatives for strawberry and vegetable crops, a focus on organic practice development, and more. https://bit.ly/3dbWQ7t

Are you interested in joining the GSA? As a member, you will benefit from the strength that comes from being part of a respected and continuously growing force in the agricultural industry. Visit our website to learn more. https://bit.ly/36e6xiq