Reiter Affiliated Companies has appointed Jeff Huckaby, president and CEO of Grimmway Produce Group, to its board of directors.
Huckaby has decades of agricultural leadership and a deep commitment to farming excellence, the company says in a news release. The fourth-generation farmer from California’s San Joaquin Valley has spent his career advancing sustainable practices and operational innovation across large-scale farming enterprises.
At Grimmway Produce Group, Huckaby has led one of the largest organic farming operations in the world, the release says, adding that his leadership has helped expand organic acreage and elevate industry standards for quality and sustainability. Huckaby has been recognized as the Organic Farmer of the Year by the Organic Trade Association and has served on several agricultural boards, including the California State Board of Food and Agriculture.
“Jeff’s proven track record of operational excellence and his passion for farming excellence align strongly with our mission,” says Garland Reiter Sr., executive chairman of Reiter Affiliated Companies. “His deep understanding of production agriculture and commitment to innovation will strengthen our board and the long-term success of our company.”
“I am humbled by the opportunity to serve on the RAC board of directors,” Huckaby says. “Farming is, quite literally, in my DNA, and I’m thrilled to be contributing to an industry that has done so much for me. I look forward to supporting the company’s continued growth and impact.”
