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MONTREAL MARKET PROFILE
TBy Jodean Robbins
hrough consolidation, economic ups and downs and even difficult weather, Montreal’s produce companies stand firm in their commitment to provide the best produce and service to
customers. “We are on the frontlines for our customers,” says Maria Cavazos, president of MC Produce. “Middlemen such as wholesalers, importers, distributors and traders bring value. I’m providing services and activities buyers don’t have time to do themselves or don’t want to do.”
Montreal’s competitive and demanding
Montreal’s Produce Companies On Frontline
Personalized service, product expertise and investing in growth help ensure stability.
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food environment results in continued rele- vance for local wholesalers. “As long as the demand for specifics stays high, we’ll be in business fighting to find what our customers need,” says Christos Botsis, president of Botsis Fruits & Vegetables. “Any wholesaler in Montreal is focused on customer-specific needs. We welcome demanding customers because it raises the bar for everyone.”
Produce wholesalers remain important for all formats, from big banners to corner stores and foodservice, says Joel Lavorato,