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Smith built a reputation for understanding growers’ needs and developing practical solutions, and he has been among the researchers investigating infections of impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV) and Pythium wilt.
The Texas-based avocado, guacamole and dip company says Kristyn Lawson brings a wealth of experience, a commitment to excellence and a passion for brands to the role.
In this newly created role, Alyssa Houtby will lead the council’s advocacy efforts and will work closely with Monument Advocacy, the North American Blueberry Council’s Washington, D.C.-based lobbying firm.
Suzanne D’Annunzio will be responsible for developing and implementing sales strategies to drive growth and productivity for the Palmetto, Fla.-based company’s retail and foodservice businesses.
CEO Josh Leichter says that the promotions signify the ongoing sales growth the Los Angeles-based company has experienced.
Lawrence Mallia will serve as vice president of digital transformation, and Eric Kithinji will be vice president of operations and engineering for the Pittsburgh-based company.
The produce veteran with over 25 years of organic produce sales experience will lead the company’s sales department.
Northeast and mid-Atlantic distributor Baldor Specialty Foods is expanding its leadership team by adding two specialty foods industry veterans in vice president roles.
The South Carolina-based fresh peach and vegetable grower says it has strengthened its leadership team by adding James Sparks as CFO and promoting Ross Williams and Jason Rodgers.
Kate Burr will lead the California-based grower-marketer’s programs related to quality assurance, food safety and sustainability processes, procedures, audits and inspections.
Before serving as interim brand president, Ruane served as senior vice president and chief commercial officer for The Giant Co.
The Texas-based controlled environment agriculture grower says it has restructured its sales team, bringing on new leaders and promoting internally so that it’s positioned for “exponential growth.”
The peach and vegetable grower-shipper has named Taylor Livingston as director or fresh packing operations and Jessica Williams as sales manager.
The provider of wellness-focused data and analytics for the CPG industry has appointed Jay Margolis as its new chief executive officer.
Industry veteran Larry Brown has joined the FreshEdge family of companies as chief strategy officer.
William Hogan is bringing over 20 years of experience in financial management and private equity to lead the greenhouse grower’s accelerated growth and expansion.
Earl Miller joins the Boca Raton, Fla.-based company with a well-rounded education in quality control, grower relations, sales, procurement and team building.
The Salinas Valley grower-shipper has hired two experienced senior sales account managers — Todd Rainey and Jimmy Garcia — to grow the company’s sales.
Soren Bjorn has been appointed as the next CEO of Driscoll’s, bringing with him 17 years leading programs and initiatives at the California-based global berry marketer.
During her more than 10 years in the produce industry, Krista Beckstead has worked in the apple grower, packer and shipping sector.
“Mark [Gagnon] will play a pivotal role in our company’s strategic growth and expansion plan,” Seald Sweet CEO Mayda Sotomayor said.
Mike Walsh has joined the company as East Coast sales manager, and Seymur Ashumov has joined as a sales executive.
Jen Doxey, who has over 20 years of experience in the produce industry, will oversee the sales operations of Fox Packaging and Fox Solutions and help develop sales and service strategies.
After years of leadership, Don Gann is leaving the California-based fresh produce and floral advocacy organization positioned for its next chapter with a new president at the helm.
Project SEARCH provides education and training to young people with disabilities, helping them gain real-life work experience, while receiving training for employability and independent living, according to the company.
The Braga Fresh CEO has been selected as the Organic Produce Summit’s annual Grower of the Year award recipient for his dedication to organic farming and California agriculture.
Martin C. Ruebelt, chief scientific officer for the San Antonio-based greenhouse grower, has more than 20 years of experience in the agricultural industry.
The Giant Co. has named Brian Lorenz as vice president of omnichannel fresh merchandising and Kathy Sweigert as vice president of the mid-Atlantic division, both effective Nov. 27.
Equifruit President Jennie Coleman was recently honored with the RBC Momentum Award, during a ceremony celebrating Canada’s most accomplished women entrepreneurs.
The National Mango Board has 18 members, including eight importers, one first handler, two domestic producers, and seven foreign producers.