The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that it intends to re-charter the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee for the 2011-2013 term, with nominations to be received on or before 20 July 2011.
The advisory committee examines the full spectrum of issues faced by the US fruit and vegetable industry, advising the Secretary of Agriculture on how the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service can tailor its programmes to better meet industry needs.
Up to 25 representatives from the nation's fresh produce industry will be appointed by the Secretary to serve two-to-three year terms, including representatives from grower/shippers, wholesalers, brokers, retailers, processors, fresh-cut processors and foodservice suppliers.
Individuals from state agencies involved in organic and non-organic fresh fruits and vegetables at local, regional and national levels, state departments of agriculture and trade associations will also be represented.
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