{"id":14811,"date":"2025-06-27T03:27:48","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T03:27:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.findadistributor.com\/news\/?p=14811"},"modified":"2025-06-20T13:30:06","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T13:30:06","slug":"citt-afpa-partner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.findadistributor.com\/news\/citt-afpa-partner\/","title":{"rendered":"CITT, AFPA Partner"},"content":{"rendered":"

Canada\u2019s Logistics Association, CITT, has announced that the Alberta Food Processors Association (AFPA) is its newest industry ally.<\/p>\n

CITT\u2019s industry allies are like-minded associations with which CITT has formally agreed to cooperate and extend benefits for the advancement of their members\u2019 mutual interests.<\/p>\n

\u201cFood and beverage logistics is a challenging space, demanding unique knowledge and expertise,\u201d says Pina Melchionna, President & CEO of CITT.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhether managing complex global supply chains or farm-to-fork, logistics professionals in the F&B space face complex demands from regulation as well as customers. AFPA is committed to excellence in the space and to the training and development of their members\u2019 talent,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re excited to collaborate with AFPA and their members to enhance their competitive advantage and developing the transportation logistics abilities of Albertan food processors.\u201d<\/p>\n

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AFPA is a non-profit organization representing all segments of the $28 billion food and beverage industry including growers, processors, retailers, food service buyers and suppliers since 1974. AFPA’s mission is to build the competitive advantage of their members through quality training, effective promotion and by being the representative voice of members and the Alberta food processing industry.<\/p><\/div>\n

\u201cAt AFPA, we\u2019re thrilled to partner with CITT to enhance supply chain expertise within Alberta\u2019s food processing industry,\u201d says Bianca Parsons, Executive Director of AFPA.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis collaboration offers our members access to top-tier logistics training and a network of professionals, empowering them to navigate the complexities of supply chain management more effectively. By leveraging CITT\u2019s resources, we\u2019re equipping our members with the tools needed to streamline operations, reduce costs, and remain competitive in a dynamic market.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Canada\u2019s Logistics Association, CITT, has announced that the Alberta Food Processors Association (AFPA) is its newest industry ally. 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