Traverse Bay Farms Receives "Special Tribute" from the State of Michigan for Award Winning Salsa

Bellaire, MI, October 19, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Traverse Bay Farms received a “Special Tribute” from the State of Michigan that was signed by Governor Jennifer Granholm, 105th District State Representative Kevin Elsenheimer and State Senator Jason Allen.

This “Special Tribute” was given to Traverse Bay Farms as the result of the company being voted the #1 and #3 best tasting salsa in America at America’s Best™ Professional Food Competition.

America’s Best™ Professional Food Competition is the largest professional food show and was held in Anaheim, California, August 15-17 2008. The America’s Best™ Professional Food Competition is the most prestigious and most recognized gourmet product competition in the industry.

Here is an overview of the 2008 awards won by Traverse Bay Farms at Americas Best™ Professional Food Competition:

Salsa General - All Category:

1st Place: Traverse Bay Farms - Peach Salsa
Salsa - Fruit Category:

3rd Place: Traverse Bay Farms - Peach Salsa

In addition to winning in 2008, Traverse Bay Farms was also voted America #1 salsa in 2007. Here is an overview of the 2007 awards.

Salsa - Fruit Category:

1st Place: Traverse Bay Farms - Pineapple Salsa

3rd Place: Traverse Bay Farms - Raspberry Salsa

Salsa - Bean Category:

1st Place: Traverse Bay Farms - Bean Salsa
Salsa General - All Category:

2nd Place: Traverse Bay Farms - Corn Salsa

“It is a great honor to receive this Special Tribute from the State and have it signed by Governor Jennifer Granholm, State Representative Kevin Elsenheimer and State Senator Jason Allen.”, said Andy LaPointe, Director of Marketing with Traverse Bay Farms.

To learn more about Traverse Bay Farms and their award winning salsa, visit their website at ww.traversebayfarms.com or call them toll-free at 1-877-746-7477.

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