The owners of Teixeira Farms pictured from left to right Dean Teixeira, Glenn Teixeira, Marvin Teixeira, Allan Teixeira and Norman Teixeira.

Pictured above back row left to right Dean Teixeira, Glenn Teixeira, Allan Teixeira, and Norman Teixeira. Front row left to right Mark Teixeira, Vince Ferrente, Gary Teixeira, Pam Lind, Steve Teixeira and John Teixeira.

Teixeira Farms and its related companies employ more than 1000 people during the peak growing season. But with so many members of the Teixeira family active in the business, it's not surprising that the "family" feeling extends to everyone on the farm. The farm contributes $5,000 each year toward scholarships for employees, and their children to promote the importance of education. The farm also instituted a program to honor long-time employees, presenting an award for each five years of service. Teixeira Farms has employees who have been employed for 35 years. They also have several that have been employed more than 20 years. It's not uncommon for a dad or mom and son to be working here together.

In the ultimate application of the "do-it-yourself" philosophy, the Teixeiras believe in promoting from within to reward those who have proven their ability to learn and work hard. Many long-term employees have worked their way up the ladder to key management positions.