SALINAS, CALIF. — D'Arrigo California, fresh produce grower, packer, and shipper, has now been contributing to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) for 25 years.

The company said during that time it has contributed more than $2.3 million, funding more than 47,000 hours of breast cancer research.

“This milestone represents so much more than a number — it’s about the lives touched by the research we help fund,” said John D’Arrigo, president, CEO, and chairman of the board at D'Arrigo California. “We are proud to stand with BCRF and all the individuals and families affected by breast cancer and are honored to play a role in advancing research that brings us closer to a cure.”

According to D’Arrigo California, BCRF research has found that a healthy lifestyle including fresh fruits and vegetables can influence the incidence and recurrence of breast cancer.

“As a produce company, we believe that promoting healthy eating is one of the most impactful ways we can support the health of our consumers,” D’Arrigo said. “The research shows that a nutritious, low-fat diet, combined with regular exercise, plays a key role in lowering breast cancer risk. We are proud to provide high-quality, fresh produce that supports both prevention and long-term survivorship.”