East Coast Produce Expo (formerly known as GOPEX) will serve as the first major fresh produce event of the year, offering a premier venue for industry leaders to establish strategies, form partnerships, and engage with the latest innovations shaping the fresh produce market. While maintaining the intimate environment valued by past GOPEX attendees, ECPE is designed to foster meaningful connections and provide actionable solutions backed by industry-leading data and insights.

Why ECPE 2026 is a Must-Attend Event:

• Real Connections — ECPE’s BizMatch program, trade show, and networking events are designed to inspire collaboration, ensuring buyers and suppliers leave with tangible business opportunities.
• Set the Strategy — Attendees will gain exclusive insights from The Packer and Farm Journal’s most comprehensive Fresh Trends Consumer Report to date, featuring in-depth analysis on how the data can be leveraged to drive growth in the coming year.
• Regional Focus, National Relevance — ECPE brings together decision-makers from across the East Coast’s sourcing, distribution, retail, and foodservice sectors, while also attracting national buyers to expand market reach.
• Solutions-Driven Agenda — Every aspect of ECPE is designed to deliver actionable insights, essential tools, and key relationships that drive success in the fresh produce industry.