Fowler Packing leadership passes baton

Justin Parnagian (left) and Leland Parnagian have been appointed as Fowler, Calif.-based Fowler Packing’s CEO and president, respectively.

The appointments come as the previous executives Dennis, Ken, Randy and Philip Parnagian stepped down from their roles, according to a news release. The four brothers will remain on the board of directors for the company.

Before being named CEO, Justin Parnagian served as vice president of sales, and Leland Parnagian was working as vice president of real estate for the company.

“We are humbled by the board’s appointment and look forward to building on the legacy of excellence that spans more than 60 years,” Justin Parnagian said in the release. “The four brothers have worked tirelessly to bring Fowler Packing to where it is today.”

Fowler has also added Jim Bates as a board member, the release said.

Fowler Packing grows and ships table grapes and citrus, packing from its 800,000-square-foot facility in Fowler.