Hermiston, OR ( April 21, 2008) – River Point Farms, America’s largest onion producer, today announces the celebration of its one-year anniversary.  Formed in April 2007 as the result of the American Onion and Rivergate Farms merger, River Point Farms will produce over 490 million pounds of onions in 2008, a 23 percent increase in production over last year. 

“River Point Farms is thrilled to celebrate our one-year anniversary as we produce more onions than ever before,” said Steffanie Smith, chief executive officer of River Point Farms. “Our company has built its reputation on not only volume capabilities but also outstanding product quality and service.  We will continue to be a true partner to our customers as a single-source, year-round supplier of farm fresh onions.”

Smith will be the featured speaker at the Reception Honoring Women in Produce at United Fresh Las Vegas 2008 on Monday, May 5 at 5:00 p.m.  She will provide unique perspective and insight from her 20 years of leadership within the produce industry.  River Point Farms will be exhibiting in booth 5328.

About River Point Farms:

River Point Farms is America’s largest grower, packer, shipper and processor of onions; including yellow, white, red, sweet and organic onions.  Incorporated in April 2007, after merging the long standing companies of American Onion and Rivergate Farms, River Point Farms is headquartered in Hermiston, Oregon.  River Point Farms is fully integrated, offering a total solution for a diversified customer base.  The company’s state-of-the-art growing and storage techniques ensure a year-round supply of whole, peeled and sliced onions to various foodservice, industrial ingredient and retail customers. River Point Farms controls the process from seed to shelf, providing the most consistent, reliable onion supply in the country.  The company’s unique approach to crop planning takes into account the needs of the customer when designing production, enabling an unparalleled service offering.

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