Entries showcasing standout produce promotions are due June 2, with winners spotlighted in Produce Business’s August issue and honored at December’s New York Produce Show
Nominations are now open for the highly anticipated 2025 Marketing Excellence Awards, presented by Produce Business magazine.
These awards recognize the most engaging and impactful marketing campaigns in the fresh produce industry since last June.
Submissions are being accepted until June 2, 2025, with the winning campaigns selected by the editors of Produce Business based on their creativity, effectiveness, and overall impact on promoting fresh produce consumption.
The awards are a significant highlight in the industry, annually showcasing exemplary marketing strategies that provide valuable insights into successful promotional tactics that drive consumer engagement.
Award recipients will be featured in the August 2025 edition of Produce Business and will be honored during the New York Produce Show and Conference from December 2-4.
Ken Whitacre, CEO of Phoenix Media Network and Publisher of Produce Business, praised the broad range of thoughtful, difference-making campaigns over the past year.
He encourages all produce businesses to submit their nominations, emphasizing that marketing teams deserve recognition among their peers.
The awards cover six categories: retail, foodservice, wholesale, shipping, commodity organizations, and allied service/product providers.
To be eligible, marketing campaigns must have taken place between May 31, 2024, and June 1, 2025.
Companies are invited to fill out the online nomination form at ProduceBusiness.com or send entries to the specified address in Boca Raton, FL.In its 40th anniversary year, Produce Business continues to honor achievements in the industry, also recognizing the Best Independent Retailer, Innovation Award winners, and other accolades.
The 2024 Marketing Excellence Award Winners included industry leaders such as Bako Sweet, California Avocado Commission, Fresh Express, and others.
For more information or questions about the awards process, interested parties can contact the magazine’s editorial team directly.
Headquartered in Boca Raton, FL, Phoenix Media Network has been providing industry-leading insights across the fresh food and perishables industry for nearly four decades.
As the produce industry continues to evolve, the Marketing Excellence Awards serve as a important platform for recognizing and fostering innovation and excellence in marketing.
