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John Carkoski shares with The Packer what he’s learned so far leading operations at Revol Greens’ newest CEA facility in Temple, Texas, and how the grower is expanding its footprint with its largest farm to date.
Village Farms is growing over a million pounds of fresh produce a year in the inhospitable Big Bend region of Texas thanks to innovative, greenhouse growing methods and knowledgeable farmers like Abby Lange.
Longtime director Beth Mitcham is retiring after 31 years. Professors Irwin Donis-Gonzalez and Barbara Blanco-Ulate will serve as co-directors to lead the center into its next chapter.
Tamara Muruetagoiena shares what brought her to fresh produce, initiatives on her plate and what’s exciting her most when it comes to fresh produce and sustainability right now.
“Do what you love. If you don’t love the job or the industry, then change.” — Lilly Garcia, 2023 Women in Produce honoree.
Following the Sustainable Produce Summit and a day in the desert learning and recreating, the 2023 West Coast Produce Expo ended on a high note, delivering an inspirational keynote and a bustling trade show.
The 2022 IFPA awards series celebrates trailblazers and leaders in the fresh produce and floral industry.
Colleagues and friends remember Jim Prevor, celebrated entrepreneur, journalist and trailblazer, in the wake of his passing.
Global food packaging company plans to advance sustainability program with Rebecca Locker leading strategy.
John Alexander’s expertise includes a 26-year career with Walmart and Sam’s Club, with 20 years in produce and floral for the retailer.
As vice president, associate general counsel and compliance officer, Kristen Porter will oversee food safety, licensing, compliance structure and governance.
The Bakersfield, Calif.-based global fruit variety development and licensing company said the personnel moves reflect growth and the opportunities resulting from its acquisition of Biogold.
In honor of International Women’s Day, March 8, the California Avocado Commission is sharing profiles of some female avocado farmers to showcase the role of women in the industry.
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.