The Dirty Dozen and other topics of discussion

Some hot topics at the f/v industry advisory meeting this afternoon:

Mike Hollister brought up the topic of the "Dirty Dozen"; specifically, the fact that the Environmental Working Group uses USDA data against conventional produce; can or should the USDA try to counter use of pesticide data program by activist groups? What should the industry's approach be in view of this use of USDA data by activist group?

Another high interest part of the program was a presentation by Railex; the Railex presentation by Paul Esposito drew a lot of interest and questions. The next phase for Railex is in California this fall and the third phase in Florida in a couple of year.

Group is now breaking into working groups.....