produce quiz THIS MONTH’S WINNER FRANK MACHI Produce Buyer Paragon Foods Warrendale, PA Frank Machi of Warrendale, PA-based Paragon Foods admits his 35-year career in the produce industry is not by chance. “I grew up in the business,” he says. “My father owned a produce company with his father and brothers.” As a produce buyer for a distributor, one needs to be flexible and a skilled multitasker. “I co-ordinate warehouse moves, and set up my buying for each day. I place orders and co-ordinate trucking for the loads. I match up pricing, and I am constantly evaluating prices to make the best decisions [for our customers] — although quality is first at Paragon. I am also involved with our quality assurance person to discuss questions on loads that may come in suspect.” Paragon Foods’ business serves about 10 percent retail and 90 percent foodservice customers. “We are known for our specialty items, which are popular in both segments,” he says. Machi appreciates his team members and enjoys the aspects of the industry. “I enjoy the atmosphere in produce. It is like no other job and a unique business.” How To Win! To win the Produce Business Quiz, the first thing you have to do is enter. The rules are simple: Read through the articles and advertisements in this issue to find the answers. Fill in the blanks corresponding to the questions below, and either cut along the dotted line or photocopy the page, and send your answers along with a business card or company letterhead to the address listed on the coupon. The winner will be chosen by drawing from the responses received before the publication of our October issue of Produce Business. The winner must agree to submit a color photo to be published in that issue. WIN A VIDEO CAMERA DRONE Used for work or play, this drone is easy enough for beginners. 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QUESTIONS FOR THE AUGUST ISSUE 1) What are the two flavor options for the Dole Chef ’s Choice Salad Kits?___________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ 2) What woman-owned company is celebrating the 25th anniversary if its Broccoli Cole Slaw? ______________________________________________________________________________ 3) What brand offers the Tuscan Style Cantaloupe? ___________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 4) Which kind of utensil is included with Bloom Fresh’s Pomegranate Arils? ________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ 5) What company partnered with the American Institute for Cancer Research to educate consumers on ways we can stop cancer before it starts? __________________________________________ 6) What directory is linked to the QR code on the ad for the New York Apple Association? ____ ____________________________________________________________________________ This issue was: o Personally addressed to me o Addressed to someone else Name__________________________________Position_______________________________ Company_____________________________________________________________________ Address______________________________________________________________________ City_____________________________State_______________ Zip______________________ Phone_____________________Email_____________________________________________ AUGUST 2016 • VOL. 32 • NO. 08 • $9.90 P.O. 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