C.H. Robinson opens European produce subsidiary

C.H. Robinson opens European produce subsidiary    C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc. said Thursday it has opened a European-based produce sourcing company, C.H. Robinson Sourcing SAS, in Avignon, France.
   The company said it would focus on global trading of fresh produce, sourcing primarily from France, Italy and Spain for North American, South American, European, Asian and the Middle East markets.
   “This expansion is part of our long-term strategy of establishing a value-added international produce sourcing network,' said Jim Lemke, C.H. Robinson senior vice president. 'Having a presence in Western Europe allows us to build stronger relationships that provide a more consistent supply of products to our customers around the world.'