OPS adds e-commerce session to the program

MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA – June 27, 2024 – Aims to highlight the future of e-commerce in the organic produce industry and how manufacturers can leverage growth opportunities to maximize sales, Organic Products Summit BB #:338018 announces new session “The state of e-commerce product sales.”The OPS Conference will be held July 10-11 at the Monterey Conference Center and will bring together more than 175 organic food producers, suppliers and processors from all sectors of the industry.

E-commerce session moderation is Ryan Mulvany, E-commerce Advisor and Investor, ryanmulvany.com, next to the speakers Andrew McGregor, Senior Director of Production, Misfits Market AND Roger Brady, Purchasing and Category Manager, Agricultural and Floral, Good Eggs.

This panel will delve into the e-commerce opportunity for the produce industry, covering current successes and areas for improvement, including recent trends in direct-to-consumer retail. In 2023, organic produce sales in the U.S. are expected to exceed $9.6 billion, underscoring the growing consumer demand for fresh produce. The session, sponsored by Olivia’s Organics, will discuss the future of e-commerce and how organic producers can meet this demand through e-commerce, as well as the challenges of selling perishables directly to consumers.

As the industry continues to grow, the Organic Produce Summit brings together buyers and suppliers in the fresh organic produce industry under one roof to network, learn, and showcase innovative solutions from across North America and the world. With a solid roster of over 300 retailers set to attend, including VPs, directors, and other produce buying leaders, this year’s OPS will bring together all members of the organic produce industry.

For more information about the Organic Produce Summit or to register for the event, visit organicproducesummit.com.

About the Organic Products Summit:

Founded in 2016, the Organic Produce Summit is held annually in Monterey, California and is the only event dedicated exclusively to bringing together producers, shippers and processors of fresh organic produce with retail organizations and buyers from around the world. The Organic Produce Summit is part of the New Hope Network, a leading organizer of natural, organic and conscious produce events and an industry resource for the natural and healthy lifestyle industries. For more information, visit www.newhope.com. To learn more about the Organic Produce Summit, visit www.organicproducesummit.com.

About New Hope Network:

New Hope Network’s purpose is to cultivate a thriving, high-integrity CPG and retail ecosystem that creates health, joy, and justice for all people while regenerating the planet. New Hope Network is at the forefront of the natural, organic, and conscious products industry. With solutions for the entire supply chain, including manufacturers, retailers, distributors, service providers, ingredient suppliers, media, and investors, New Hope Network offers a robust portfolio of content, events, data, research, and consulting services. For more information, visit www.newhope.com.