“At Lipman, we’re dedicated to serving the local community – and investing in education and youth organizations is one of our primary focuses,” said Jaime Weisinger, director of community and government relations for Lipman. “We’re very proud of these students and their accomplishments, and we hope that these scholarships will help fund their future successes.”

In addition to scholarships, Lipman offers a textbook reimbursement program to all Immokalee High School students who continue their education past high school. The fund reimburses textbook costs up to $300.

Since 2003, Lipman has provided $450,000 in scholarships to Immokalee High School students. Located in Collier County, Fla., the school has a student population of 1,308. According to the Collier County School Board, 93 percent of those students are listed as “economically needy.”

In addition to the financial contribution – which will be used to update the nonprofit’s computer lab – employees from Immokalee, Fla. joined workers from the Lipman farm in West Deptford, N.J. to paint a five-story staircase for the home.

“At Lipman, we’re committed to serving the communities where we do business,” said Jaime Weisinger, director of community and government relations for Lipman. “Our New Jersey employees wanted to volunteer with this nonprofit in particular – and we were happy to use our time and resources to support such a worthy nonprofit.”

Lipman employs approximately 4,000 workers in 22 locations throughout North America. In the past two years alone, the company has donated more than $150,000 to educational and life-bettering causes.

“We have been enjoying the tomato salad package by the Hendersonville NC facility for several weeks now … They have the best taste for a tomato this time of the year. Almost like a summer tomato in taste and firmness. Good job!” – James

“Thank you very much for the bag of produce that you provided at the end of the ride today. Filled with potatoes, onion, peppers and tomatoes, it was a great surprise and gift to all. We will be enjoying the veggies all week long. Thank you for your support!!” – Elizabeth

If you have any questions or comments about your produce, we encourage you to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!

“We are thrilled to add Branscomb to our Lipman team,” said Kent Shoemaker, CEO of Lipman. “Eddie Branscomb and Al Yancey are respected tomato industry veterans.”

The newly acquired company will join Lipman’s network of research and development, farming, packing, processing, repacking and procurement solutions. Eddie Branscomb, his son Ben and Al Yancey will take on an expanded role with Lipman.

“We’re proud to join Lipman and be a part of the company’s integrated network,” said Eddie Branscomb, owner of Branscomb Produce. “We want to help our customers succeed, and this move gives them closer access to the acre.”

Lipman commands a large percentage of the fresh tomato industry with 23 locations throughout North America.

“Lipman’s repacking centers are strategically located throughout the United States. The new San Antonio facility reinforces our approach to servicing customers from seed to delivery,” said Darren Micelle, Lipman Chief Operating Officer. “This operation will further our ability to provide refreshingly dependable produce to our customers 365 days a year.”

Lipman commands a large percentage of the fresh tomato industry with 24 locations throughout North America.

“At Lipman, we attribute much of our success to our integrated business model and our geographic diversity,” said Kent Shoemaker, CEO of Lipman. “Coastal expands our operations in the Pacific Northwest – and as a result, gets us closer to our customers.”

The newly acquired company will join Lipman’s network of research and development, farming, packing, processing, repacking and procurement solutions.

“Both companies are known within the industry for dependability and commitment, so this partnership is a natural fit,” said Michael Myers, owner of Coastal Brokers. “We’re proud to join the Lipman family and look forward to a prosperous future together.”

Lipman commands a large percentage of the fresh tomato industry and employs over 4,000 workers in 23 locations throughout North America.

The museum, which is slated for completion in early 2012, will feature the “Farm,” an exhibit that educates children about the science of a farm and where their food comes from. The “Market” will feature a shopping area, where children can pick toy fruits and vegetables directly from “plants” and then “purchase” them at a designated register. In addition, Lipman will arrange opportunities for Immokalee children to attend the museum once a year for free.

“Agriculture plays a big role in Southwest Florida’s economy, and this market will help educate children on the importance of fruits and vegetables – especially those that are grown locally,” said Jaime Weisinger, the director of community and government relations for Lipman. “We are excited because this museum will provide the hands-on experience that was only previously available to kids in big cities.”

“The Lipman family has been a generous partner,” said Joe Cox, executive director, Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples. “Thanks to the kindness of the family and our continuing partnership, we are able to provide children and their families a fun and engaging way to explore the world around them.”

Based in Immokalee, Fla., Lipman commands a large percentage of the $1.28 billion tomato industry and employs approximately 4,000 workers in 22 locations throughout North America

“Per our agreement, Lipman’s involvement with distribution of funds under the Fair Food Program began in the late fall of 2010 and continues today,” said Kent Shoemaker, CEO. “Lipman has received ongoing and accumulated penny-per-pound funds. These funds have been paid and will continue to be paid to our employees in accordance with the terms of our agreement. In addition, our handling and disbursement of these funds have been and will continue to be audited by a third party in accordance with the agreement.”

Lipman continues to work with the Coalition of Immokalee Workers’ and participating companies to make Florida Tomatoes the most socially responsible tomatoes on the market today.

Immokalee, Fla. – Six L’s – North America’s largest field tomato grower – has changed its name to Lipman. The renaming applies to all divisions of the company: research & development, farming, processing, repacking, and procurement. As a result, subsidiaries, including Custom Pak and RediPlants, will now operate under the Lipman name.

“Since Max Lipman founded this company more than 60 years ago, the times – and now our name – have changed, but our core values remain the same: building lasting relationships with our customers, being responsible with our natural resources and the health and wellbeing of our people and families,” said Kent Shoemaker, CEO of Lipman.

The company’s new website (www.LipmanProduce.com) recently launched and is the first step in Lipman’s online rebranding, which will soon include consumer-specific content. The goal is to emphasize Lipman’s vertically integrated network of operations that follows produce from seed to delivery.

“We’re proud to be on the forefront of the agriculture industry – providing our customers ‘access to the acre’ each step of the way,” added Shoemaker. “By rebranding, we are able to position Lipman as a family of brands working together toward a common goal: fresh dependable produce 365 days a year.”

Lipman’s “access to the acre” philosophy enables customers to communicate with and receive information directly from farmers. It also allows for increased traceability throughout the distribution process – starting with research. The company’s team of in-house scientists, led by Dr. Mark Barineau, works diligently to maximize outputs and grow approximately 100 million seedlings a year.

Lipman commands a large percentage of the $1.28 billion tomato industry and employs approximately 4,000 workers in 22 locations throughout North America.

“Providing these scholarships fits perfectly into Lipman’s overall philanthropic philosophy of local giving,” said Jaime Weisinger, a director at Lipman. “We are committed to investing into the local community, specifically giving to education, and youth organizations.”

In addition to scholarships, Lipman also offers a textbook reimbursement program to all Immokalee High School students who continue their education past high school. The fund reimburses textbook costs up to $300 for any graduating student.

Located in Collier County, Fla., Immokalee High School has a student population of 1,304. According to the Collier County School Board, 92 percent of those students are listed as “economically needy.”