Produce 101 is a standalone course for individuals who have little or no experience in produce. This course has introductory information on different categories of produce, basic handling techniques, proper storage, and rudimentary food safety information.
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These modules have been developed through industry consultations, an industry working group, and the CPMA Education Committee.
The activities and content in these modules is intended to be broad and cover a range of knowledge, skills, and abilities that can be expected of a produce professional beginning their career in the industry.
In many cases activities have been designed for you to reflect on your own situation and company so that your learning experience is tailored to your environment.
At the end of this module individuals must successfully complete an exam to receive their Produce Basics Certificate.
This course is available for purchase from the CPMA.
Non-CPMA Member Price:$225 (plus applicable taxes) per participant.
CPMA Member Price
- 1-5 Participants $150 (plus applicable taxes) per participant - Order Form
- 6-10 Participants $125 (plus applicable taxes) per participant - Email us
- 11-25 Participants $100 (plus applicable taxes) per participant - Email us
- More than 26 Participants $75 (plus applicable taxes) per participant - Email us
For more than 5 participants, please contact us for pricing and enrollment.
Payment Info
Please click here to access a secure form to arrange for payment and input your participant information. There is a 1-2 day processing time when paying with a credit card. Learners will not be enrolled in their program until the payment has been processed. Please be prepared and authorized to provide the following information for each participant: First Name, Last Name, Title, Email, and Phone.
Course Description:
The Produce Essentials Credential recognizes individuals who have an in-depth working knowledge of the produce industry.This program consists of five modules that are core to the produce industry including:
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Sustainability & Social License |
The concepts of sustainability and social licence are interpreted and applied within produce industry operations. |
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Sales & Marketing |
The business of produce is explored including how business deals and relationships are developed and maintained in the produce industry. |
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Production Practices |
From fields to greenhouses and beyond this module examines production practices specific to various growing environments. |
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Produce Supply Chain Logistics |
The complexities of moving a living, breathing product from the field to the fork are examined across the supply chain. |
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Food Safety & Quality Assurance |
Ensuring safe, quality produce is examined as a foundational requirement for the produce supply chain. |
Each module ends with a multiple choice exam.
Payment Info:
Please click here to access a secure form to arrange for payment and input your participant information. There is a 1-2 day processing time when paying with a credit card. Learners will not be enrolled in their program until the payment has been processed. Please be prepared and authorized to provide the following information for each participant: First Name, Last Name, Title, Email, and Phone.
CPMA Member Price: $250 (plus applicable taxes) per participant.
Non-CPMA Member Price: $500 (plus applicable taxes) per participant.
The Produce Essentials Credential:
Once an individual has completed all of the required courses they can apply to receive their credential.
Produce Essentials Credential Checklist:
- Completed Produce Essentials Modules
- 3750 workplace hours primarily related to produce