Mastronardi Produce packaging honored at CPMA 2025

Kingsville, ON (April 11, 2025) – Mastronardi Produce BB #115453, pioneers in the greenhouse industry, continue pushing the boundaries of packaging innovation and design, taking home the coveted Packaging Innovation Award for their new paper lettuce bag at this year’s Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Convention and Tradeshow.

The new resealable lettuce bag helps keep leafy greens crisp, fresh and delicious with a 65% reduction in plastic compared to a traditional PET tray.

“Consumers are looking for alternatives to conventional plastic packaging,” said Paul Mastronardi, President and CEO. “This award speaks to Mastronardi’s continued leadership in the industry to meet consumer demands.”

The new packaging will be launching soon on Mastronardi’s Backyard Farms brand. Backyard Farms fresh leafy greens are greenhouse grown and perfect in sandwiches, wraps, burgers, or salads.

About Mastronardi Produce Ltd.
Mastronardi Produce is dedicated to nourishing people through fresh food by making flavorful produce available 365 days a year. Growing, distributing, and marketing fresh fruits and vegetables for over 70 years under the flagship SUNSET® brand, and more recently under the Backyard Farms, and Queen of Greens brands. Mastronardi Produce is a pioneer in the greenhouse industry and continues to lead the future of fresh produce through innovation, growth, and flavor.

Company Contact:
Geoff Kosar, Vice President, Marketing
o: 519-326-3218
c: 519-996-0313
Geoff.Kosar@sunsetgrown.com