Sakata continues to Go Red

As part of its local sponsorship, Sakata attended the Central Coast’s Annual Go Red For Women luncheon on May 9, where the AHA sought to bring awareness about heart disease and stroke, in addition to raising funds for research, community and educational programs that benefit women.

 

Many produce industry members also attended the event, including Mann Packing, Taylor Farms, and Driscoll’s, along with other central coast sponsors and residents.

 

Alecia Troy, Senior Marketing Manager of Sakata, who attended the event notes “As we continue our involvement with the AHA, our enthusiasm to support this wonderful organization grows! We share the mission of building healthier lives within our company and our community – locally, nationally and throughout the industry.”

 

The Go Red For Women Luncheon and Expo hosted about 180 attendees from the Northern Central Coast region where participants enjoyed heart-healthy educational booths, tastings and complimentary cholesterol screenings. About $57,000 was raised from individual attendees and corporate sponsors.

 

Sakata Seed America’s sponsorship of the Go Red For Women Luncheon meant that 20 women from across the company, from both the Ornamentals and Vegetables divisions, could attend the event. Sakata also plans to participate in the Central Coast Heart Walk in September and the AHA’s National Healthy Eating Day on November 5, when Americans are encouraged to make healthy changes and raise awareness of the importance of good nutrition. 

 

For more information on the Go Red for Women campaign click here.Sakata’s Corrine Marshall, Susie Gunther and Barbara Swanson show their