The Georgia Department of Agriculture has announced they will be continuing their partnership with Subway restaurants to offer Georgia grown produce in their stores. Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black and Subway’s Joe Hart say the produce can be found in stores all over the Atlanta and North Georgia area.
Black says they are excited about the continued opportunity. “This promotional campaign exemplifies what the Georgia Grown program is and can be. The brand has the power to bridge that gap of what consumers want and what the farmer is already offering-wholesome, local products produced right here in Georgia.”
More than 8 million pounds of Georgia grown tomatoes, cucumbers and green peppers are purchased by Subway per year.
Subway officials say they show support for the campaign in their stores with point of sale displays as well as advertising on Atlanta billboards, television and radio. They say the partnership is a way to communicate Subway’s commitment to sourcing local produce.