Southern Specialties works closely with our grower communities in actively supporting sustainability initiatives. We have focused on health, education, and natural resources for decades, long before it became a trend. Our company cares about giving back, it is part of our DNA. We strive to let people know our...
In the state of Florida alone, 1 in 7 people go hungry and 1 in 5 children go hungry. Southern Specialties is proud to be able to contribute to an organization dedicated to alleviating this unfortunate statistic. In collaborating with Feeding South Florida, we have found a great...
It’s July! The month of Independence Day, summer sun, and… blueberries? Yes, July is National Blueberry Month! And we at Southern Specialties are big fans of celebrating this delicious berry. They are not only delicious, but also packed with nutrients. Blueberries are even known as a superfood for...
Plants, plants, plants! They are filled with so much goodness and have finally hit the spotlight within the past few years. We’re not talking about your cute, decorative house plants, but the kinds you should enjoy on a daily basis. Did you know there are several categories of...
At Southern Specialties, we promote greener practices whenever we can. Earth Day is just around the corner, on April 22nd, and our team would like to share the importance of this day and how, by making a few simple changes, we can all contribute to protecting the environment....
We can all make a difference by eliminating food waste in our homes. In doing so, we can be one step closer to living in a more sustainable world. The inefficiencies of today’s food systems may be out of the average consumer’s reach, but we all have the...
There are many opportunities to reduce food waste that are often taken for granted. Discarding produce that doesn’t meet market standards, processing leftovers, and unused plant material are all contributors to waste. It is our responsibility to manage waste from our farms and facilities in a sustainable manner....
Did you know that according to the Food and Agriculture organization (FAO), the world may need to produce 70% more food in order to feed its population? However, about 40% of the food produced in the world goes to waste while simultaneously 780 million people go hungry (worldhunger.org)....
If you haven’t tried an heirloom tomato, you’re missing out on the best tasting, and most colorful tomato there is (especially if it’s from Southern Selects)! The heirloom tomato’s distinctive, genuine flavor gives it an exceptional reputation in the tomato family. When you taste one, it’s clear why their seeds...
Our secrets to bringing you the best, tastiest specialty produce in the most responsible manner lie with our relationships. Allan Safieh has been a part of the Southern Specialties story for many years. Our dedication to achieving top quality through innovation is personified in the growing operations Allan...