NORTH BAY PRODUCE, INC.
TRAVERSE CITY, MI

North Bay Produce, Inc. is an innovative international grower-owned fresh produce marketing and distribution cooperative with headquarters in Traverse City, Michigan. Founded in 1991 as a collaborative venture by Wilderness Fresh Produce, several of its Latin American partners, and Cherry Central Cooperative, Inc., North Bay Produce has grown into a leading market force for core commodities across the globe. The organization operates under a commitment to providing high-quality produce year-round while delivering exceptional customer service across multiple continents including North America, Europe, and Asia. Comprising twenty-nine stockholders based in countries such as Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, and the United States, North Bay Produce optimizes pricing to ensure value for customers while enhancing returns for growers and members. The company began its journey by marketing Michigan apples, asparagus, and prune plums before expanding into international markets in the late 1980s, which helped establish it as a significant player in fresh produce supply chains. Additionally, Adkin Blue Ribbon Packing Company, Inc., one of North Bay Produce's key members since 1993, is lauded for being a pioneering blueberry farm. This 5th generation family business is rooted on fertile land alongside Lake Michigan’s southwest shore in South Haven, Michigan, dating back to its establishment by Herschel Adkin in 1899. Under the guidance of successive generations—from peach farming under Herschel and Roy Adkin to Randy Adkin's transformative move into blueberries—Adkin Blue Ribbon has embraced innovation with technological advancements such as laser color sorters, controlled atmosphere packaging, and robust safety certifications like AIB (American Institute of Baking) and GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative), ensuring the highest quality produce. As a significant entity within the North Bay Produce cooperative, Adkin remains one of the largest blueberry growers in southwest Michigan, consistently focusing on sustainable and efficient farming practices. As filed under Florida's regulatory framework with incorporation on June 28, 1995, North Bay Produce is led by key figures including Ken Schwallier as Chief Executive Officer and Brent Baumann serving as vice president, ensuring compliance and strategic growth. The organization’s dedication to excellence is reflected in its diverse operations and robust global presence.