The Robinson Fresh® organics brand, Tomorrow’s®
Organics, has committed to a three-year agreement
with Sustainable Harvest International to help
promote organic farming among family growers
in Central America. Tomorrow’s Organics will help
fund these efforts through an annual donation
supported by carton sales of their organic produce.
In a region plagued by deforestation, soil erosion, and diminished economic opportunities, Sustainable Harvest International connects with families to implement sustainable, organic farming techniques to eliminate the need for slash-and-burn farming and improve families’ wellbeing.
“Tomorrow’s Organics’ alignment with Sustainable Harvest International is an essential mechanism to bring about positive economic change to these hard-working but impoverished families. It’s widely understood that healthy, thriving rainforests are imperative to keeping the air clean and healthy for every single one of us, around the globe,” said Hunter Winton, general manager of Robinson Fresh, West Region. “Each purchase of Tomorrow’s Organics will help improve living and working conditions for those whose natural environments are compromised.
Since their start in 1997, Sustainable Harvest International has restored 15,000 acres to farmable land, increased their program members’ agricultural income by an average of 23%, and worked with over 2,500 farm families.
"While our organization is small, we are making a big impact in the lives of individual farmers and on the planet. We commend Robinson Fresh for stepping up in a way that most companies don't—by using their profit for good on a global scale. We urge consumers to see the value of this charitable partnership and in turn, choose the Tomorrow's Organics brand when given the opportunity," said Renée Johnson, executive director of Sustainable Harvest international.
For almost 20 years Tomorrow’s Organics has provided high quality, organic fruits and vegetables. Throughout 2016, Tomorrow’s Organics will enhance their customers’ retail programs to bring greater visibility to the Produce With a Purpose™ cause—helping farmers in under-privileged countries through the hands-on efforts of Sustainable Harvest International.
“One of the most compelling aspects of Sustainable Harvest International is their commitment to increase these families’ standard of living through training and ultimately, self-reliance. Families are able to learn new skills and apply them daily on their own farm,” said Ray Griffin, director of strategic sourcing at Robinson Fresh.
For more information:
Mike Wilken, Public Relations Manager
Tel: 952-937-6761