12/21/2025
People Matter as Much as the Product
A recent ProPublica investigation highlights ongoing challenges around farmworker protections in U.S. agriculture—and the need for stronger, worker-driven accountability across the supply chain.
At Pacific Tomato Growers, through our Sunripe Certified Brands, we believe responsible farming means more than growing quality produce. It means prioritizing worker dignity, transparency, and continuous improvement in how food is grown and harvested. Doing the Right Thing.
Sustainable agriculture starts with the people who make it possible. Conversations like this reinforce why ethical labor practices must remain a shared industry commitment.
Experts say the Fair Food Program has helped improve conditions for farmworkers. But farms and produce buyers across the country have resisted joining.