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PMA Fresh Connections Southern Africa 2014

Registration is almost complete for the first day of the conference.
Registration is almost complete for the first day of the conference.
Still time for a bit of networking before the first session begins.
Still time for a bit of networking before the first session begins.
The PMA stand, staff on hand to give information to delegates.
The PMA stand, staff on hand to give information to delegates.
The main sponsor of the event ZZ2 , one of South Africa’s biggest tomato producers.
The main sponsor of the event ZZ2 , one of South Africa’s biggest tomato producers.
ZZ2 had many different varieties of tomatoes in various packings.
ZZ2 had many different varieties of tomatoes in various packings.
Mpact provides packaging for many of South Africa’s fruit and vegetable companies.
Mpact provides packaging for many of South Africa’s fruit and vegetable companies.
At the CHEP stand, Letita Cloete and Gareth Miles.
At the CHEP stand, Letita Cloete and Gareth Miles.
Opening the conference: Michael Jackson –the other Michael Jackson- he kept the delegates entertained throughout the conference.
Opening the conference: Michael Jackson –the other Michael Jackson- he kept the delegates entertained throughout the conference.
The welcome and introductory remarks were given by Tommie van Zyl, CEO of ZZ2 and PMA South Africa Country Council.
The welcome and introductory remarks were given by Tommie van Zyl, CEO of ZZ2 and PMA South Africa Country Council.
Cathy Burns, President of the PMA USA. Opens the first plenary session on The Evolving Global Marketplace.
Cathy Burns, President of the PMA USA. Opens the first plenary session on The Evolving Global Marketplace.
Brain Coppin, CEO of Fruit and Veg City gives his views on The Evolving Global Marketplace. He talks about the growing number of top class retail stores which are appearing in South Africa and how the various supermarkets aim advertising to gain the trust of consumers.
Brain Coppin, CEO of Fruit and Veg City gives his views on The Evolving Global Marketplace. He talks about the growing number of top class retail stores which are appearing in South Africa and how the various supermarkets aim advertising to gain the trust of consumers.
Tommie van Zyl, Cathy Burns and Brian Coppin.
Tommie van Zyl, Cathy Burns and Brian Coppin.
Dr Bob Whitaker, Chief Science & Technology Officer, PMA USA. The topic is Disruptive Technologies Destined to Reshape Fresh Produce. He talks about the need to understand the challenges and the necessity of producing more food amongst others
Dr Bob Whitaker, Chief Science & Technology Officer, PMA USA. The topic is Disruptive Technologies Destined to Reshape Fresh Produce. He talks about the need to understand the challenges and the necessity of producing more food amongst others
Kinyua M’Mbijjewe, Head of Corporate Affairs Africa and Middle East, Syngenta International also talks about Disruptive Technologies.
Kinyua M’Mbijjewe, Head of Corporate Affairs Africa and Middle East, Syngenta International also talks about Disruptive Technologies.
At one of the many networking breaks, Jeff Brandenburg from JSB Group and Peter Halperin from Halden SA.
At one of the many networking breaks, Jeff Brandenburg from JSB Group and Peter Halperin from Halden SA.
At the Prophet stand Paul Stofberg, MD and JD van Wyk, Director.
At the Prophet stand Paul Stofberg, MD and JD van Wyk, Director.
Delegates enjoying the excellent lunch.
Delegates enjoying the excellent lunch.
The team from The London Produce Show were present to give information on next year’s show in June 2015. Gill McShane, Tommy Leighton and Linda Bloomfield.
The team from The London Produce Show were present to give information on next year’s show in June 2015. Gill McShane, Tommy Leighton and Linda Bloomfield.
Rudzani Khorommbi and PO Msimanga were manning the PPECB stand.
Rudzani Khorommbi and PO Msimanga were manning the PPECB stand.
At the Syngenta stand, Schalk Geldenhuys, Laraine Fruger and Nelia Rousseau.
At the Syngenta stand, Schalk Geldenhuys, Laraine Fruger and Nelia Rousseau.
James Phaahia (right) was on hand at the Jo’burg Market stand.
James Phaahia (right) was on hand at the Jo’burg Market stand.
The lovely ladies on the APAC stand Zodwa Cibane and Betty van der Merwe.
The lovely ladies on the APAC stand Zodwa Cibane and Betty van der Merwe.
Philip Irving, Michael Kaplan and Cathy Burns.
Philip Irving, Michael Kaplan and Cathy Burns.
Protea Hirshel, Consultant, Euromonitor International, SA. Spoke at one of the break off sessions, Trends in the Vegetable Sector.
Protea Hirshel, Consultant, Euromonitor International, SA. Spoke at one of the break off sessions, Trends in the Vegetable Sector.
Other speakers in the session Trends in the Vegetable Sector. Marianna Theyse, Martin Kodde and Tommie van Zyl.
Other speakers in the session Trends in the Vegetable Sector. Marianna Theyse, Martin Kodde and Tommie van Zyl.
Marianna Theyse, General Manager: Fresh Produce Importer’s Association of South Africa.
Marianna Theyse, General Manager: Fresh Produce Importer’s Association of South Africa.
Martin Kodde, Head of Food Chain Engagement at Syngenta International AG, Switzerland.
Martin Kodde, Head of Food Chain Engagement at Syngenta International AG, Switzerland.
Tommie van Zyl, CEO of ZZ2 and PMA South Africa Country Council.
Tommie van Zyl, CEO of ZZ2 and PMA South Africa Country Council.
In another break off session Danie Kieviet, Managing Director of Freshworld, South Africa talks about Global Opportunities Abroad.
In another break off session Danie Kieviet, Managing Director of Freshworld, South Africa talks about Global Opportunities Abroad.
Kevin Fiori, VP Sales and Marketing at Sunkist and incoming Chair of the PMA Board of Directors. Also gave a presentation on Global Opportunities Abroad.
Kevin Fiori, VP Sales and Marketing at Sunkist and incoming Chair of the PMA Board of Directors. Also gave a presentation on Global Opportunities Abroad.
Ending the session on Global Opportunities Abroad was Tim Riley President of Giumarra Companies and Chair, PMA Board of Directors, USA.
Ending the session on Global Opportunities Abroad was Tim Riley President of Giumarra Companies and Chair, PMA Board of Directors, USA.
Delegates enjoying a cocktail and networking before the evening’s Gala dinner.
Delegates enjoying a cocktail and networking before the evening’s Gala dinner.
Justin Chadwick of South Africa’s Citrus Grower’s Association, with Anton Kruger from Fresh Produce Exporter’s Export Forum and Elaine Alexander.
Justin Chadwick of South Africa’s Citrus Grower’s Association, with Anton Kruger from Fresh Produce Exporter’s Export Forum and Elaine Alexander.
The enthusiastic kids from the South African Citrus Academy.
The enthusiastic kids from the South African Citrus Academy.
Guests are gathering for the woman's breakfast, both men and women were very welcome!
Guests are gathering for the woman's breakfast, both men and women were very welcome!
Simangele Sekgobela CEO of Jo'burg Market, sponsor of the Woman's Breakfast.
Simangele Sekgobela CEO of Jo'burg Market, sponsor of the Woman's Breakfast.
Lynette Ntuli, Founding Director and Executive Lead Consultant at Innate Investment Solutions opens the Woman's Breakfast.
Lynette Ntuli, Founding Director and Executive Lead Consultant at Innate Investment Solutions opens the Woman's Breakfast.
The guys at the ZZ2 stand, Burtie van Zul, Johannes Grobler, Danie Kievit, Tommie van Zyl Flora Malungani and Francois Schwalb.
The guys at the ZZ2 stand, Burtie van Zul, Johannes Grobler, Danie Kievit, Tommie van Zyl Flora Malungani and Francois Schwalb.
Richard Owen VP of Global Development PMA opens Wednesday's session, annoying record attendance figures and encouraging everyone to keep making connections.
Richard Owen VP of Global Development PMA opens Wednesday's session, annoying record attendance figures and encouraging everyone to keep making connections.
Dr Martyn Davies CEO of Frontier Advisory is the first speaker in the Fresh Opportunities in Africa session.
Dr Martyn Davies CEO of Frontier Advisory is the first speaker in the Fresh Opportunities in Africa session.
David Hodnett Deputy CEO at Barcley Africa Group also talks about Fresh Opportunities in Africa.
David Hodnett Deputy CEO at Barcley Africa Group also talks about Fresh Opportunities in Africa.
Mr Mumba from Democratic Republic of Congo concludes the Fresh Opportunities Africa session.
Mr Mumba from Democratic Republic of Congo concludes the Fresh Opportunities Africa session.
Mike Newton, IPL with Kevin Foiri and Russ Hanlin from Sunkist.
Mike Newton, IPL with Kevin Foiri and Russ Hanlin from Sunkist.
Alastair Smith, Spar Group and Robert Venema from Rosaly Farms.
Alastair Smith, Spar Group and Robert Venema from Rosaly Farms.
Grant Norman Chairman of the Institute of Marketing Agents of South Africa.
Grant Norman Chairman of the Institute of Marketing Agents of South Africa.
Panellists for the plenary session on Informal trading and Opportunities for Growth. Grant Norman - Chairman of the Institute of Marketing Agents of South Africa,Simangele Sekgobela - CEO Joburg Market, Gavin Hill - Producer and Rosheda Muller - Deputy President os South Africa Informal traders Alliance (SAITA).
Panellists for the plenary session on Informal trading and Opportunities for Growth. Grant Norman - Chairman of the Institute of Marketing Agents of South Africa,Simangele Sekgobela - CEO Joburg Market, Gavin Hill - Producer and Rosheda Muller - Deputy President os South Africa Informal traders Alliance (SAITA).
Moderator of the session - Chris Burgess, Editor in Chief, Landbouweekblad, South Africa.
Moderator of the session - Chris Burgess, Editor in Chief, Landbouweekblad, South Africa.
Andre Joost CEO of Potatoes South Africa, one of the speakers in the Informal Trading and Opportunities for Growth session.
Andre Joost CEO of Potatoes South Africa, one of the speakers in the Informal Trading and Opportunities for Growth session.
The Honorable Senzeni Zokwana, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) addressed the conference.
The Honorable Senzeni Zokwana, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) addressed the conference.
JD van Wyk and Paul Stofberg - Prophet, Billy James - Capetown Market, Mike Newton - IPL and Chris Ferrandi - Sensitech.
JD van Wyk and Paul Stofberg - Prophet, Billy James - Capetown Market, Mike Newton - IPL and Chris Ferrandi - Sensitech.
Ross Rennie - Rennie Farms and Alan Dalbock - Prospect Tomatoes.
Ross Rennie - Rennie Farms and Alan Dalbock - Prospect Tomatoes.
Ivo Rugani - Living Leaves and Burti van Zyl ZZ2.
Ivo Rugani - Living Leaves and Burti van Zyl ZZ2.
Dr Fl Du Plooy - Potatoes South Africa with Gerard van der Laarse - Perfection Fresh.
Dr Fl Du Plooy - Potatoes South Africa with Gerard van der Laarse - Perfection Fresh.
Felix Reinders - Ag Research Council with Jerry Austen and Douw Steyn - Netafilm.
Felix Reinders - Ag Research Council with Jerry Austen and Douw Steyn - Netafilm.
Roshida Muller - SAITA and Chris Burgess - Landbouweeksblad.
Roshida Muller - SAITA and Chris Burgess - Landbouweeksblad.
Kinyua M'Mbijjewe, Martin Kodde and Antonie Delport - Syngenta.
Kinyua M'Mbijjewe, Martin Kodde and Antonie Delport - Syngenta.
Johannes Basson - McCain Foods, Jeanne Rosenberg and Deon Vermaak - Dew Crisp and Friklde du Plooy - Transition.
Johannes Basson - McCain Foods, Jeanne Rosenberg and Deon Vermaak - Dew Crisp and Friklde du Plooy - Transition.
Richard Owen and Margi Pruett - PMA with Gert Mulder - Frigiventa, NL. Gert has been in South Africa visiting citrus exporters to see for himself the measure being taken against CBS.
Richard Owen and Margi Pruett - PMA with Gert Mulder - Frigiventa, NL. Gert has been in South Africa visiting citrus exporters to see for himself the measure being taken against CBS.
Stuart Symington from PPECB.
Stuart Symington from PPECB.
Guy Hayward, CEO of Massmart, South Africa talks about the Retail Revolution.
Guy Hayward, CEO of Massmart, South Africa talks about the Retail Revolution.
Johan van Deventer, Managing Director of Freshmark, South Africa presents the closing comments.
Johan van Deventer, Managing Director of Freshmark, South Africa presents the closing comments.