Idaho Grower Shipper Association Partners with CHEP to Bolster Industry Education Initiatives

The Idaho Grower Shipper Association (IGSA), the trade organization representing shippers in the Idaho potato industry, is joining with CHEP, the global leader in pallet and container pooling solutions, to support the group’s educational activities. In return, the IGSA will promote the benefits of CHEP pallet pooling to its many members.

“The Idaho Grower Shipper Association and CHEP are working together to provide members with new opportunities through our Educational Seminar Luncheon series on issues like pricing strategy, food safety and merchandising. We are also jointly promoting the CHEP program, which provides shippers and growers with productivity and other benefits, and is increasingly becoming part of our members’ environmental sustainability efforts,” said Travis Blacker, President, Idaho Grower Shipper Association.

The CHEP pallet pooling program provides growers and shippers with durable shipping platforms that improve supply chain efficiency and lower product damage. CHEP’s global reach also ensures a reliable supply of pallets and is the most environmentally friendly option for shipping platforms.

“CHEP and The Idaho Grower Shipper Association have formed a mutually beneficial partnership that will truly benefit of their many shipper and trade members. We are committed to providing the association with the resources they need to present educational events that help move the industry forward,” said Tim Smith, Vice President, Business Development, CHEP.

About the Idaho Grower Shipper Association

For more than 82 years, the Idaho Grower Shipper Association (IGSA) has been helping its members with different issues and problems that surface in the potato industry. The association has 40 regular members and 60 associate members, representing more than 11 billion pounds of annual potato production. The mission of the IGSA is to serve its membership and the Idaho Potato industry through the formation of programs and services lawfully provided that will enable its members to conduct their businesses successfully under the free enterprise system. More information is available at www.idahoshippers.org.

About CHEP

CHEP is the global leader in pallet and container pooling services serving many of the world's largest companies. The company has more than 7,000 employees and operates in 45 countries. Combining superior technology and an asset base of more than 300 million pallets and containers, CHEP offers its customers exceptional value, a platform that enables reduction in customer product damage, and an environmentally sustainable logistical solution. Supply chains served include consumer goods, produce, beverage, and the automotive industry. With global partners that include Procter & Gamble, SYSCO, Kellogg's, Kraft, Nestle, Ford and GM, CHEP is known for Handling the World's Most Important Products. Everyday. For more information about CHEP, please visit: www.chep.com.