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Dwyer has been tapped to lead efforts to expand Clarifresh’s North American presence and deepen partnerships across the industry.
In the role of vice president of public affairs, Vetter will support alignment on governmental affairs across the company’s global regions.
The Peruvian Avocado Commission recognized the industry pioneers for their decades of visionary leadership and instrumental roles in establishing Peru as a premier global avocado supplier.
The farmer-owned collective has named a strategic industry expert as its top executive to oversee global fruit and vegetable distribution.
The company says retail veteran Stephanie Reibling will leverage her 25 years of experience at Sam’s Club and Walmart to lead the company’s merchandising transformation and growth strategies.
Joe Kelley, a grocery industry veteran with deep operational expertise, most recently served as senior vice president of retail divisions for Kroger.
The company says the additions help broaden its multiregional network and build upon its acquisition of Applewood Fresh.
The Montreal-based importer of Fairtrade International-certified bananas says Hoefle has a firsthand understanding of what it takes to build and sustain successful produce programs at scale.
Naturipe Farms is fortifying its Value-added Fresh division through a trio of leadership appointments designed to accelerate commercial innovation and deepen retail partnerships.
The appointment of a former KPMG partner follows a fiscal year of significant revenue growth for the AI-driven robotics firm.
Owner Mike Teel has been appointed as CEO following the departure of Keith Knopf, while Raley’s has simultaneously elevated Tiffanie Burkhalter and Jen Warner to dual president roles.
The company is mourning the loss of Lipman, a visionary leader who transformed the company into a North American industry powerhouse while leaving an enduring legacy of innovation, vertical integration and deep community philanthropy.
To help guide the company’s continued growth, the greenhouse operator has appointed Lee Quackenbush to the executive role.
Jerry W. “JJ” Fleeman Jr. will depart his role as CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA in June 2026 to succeed Todd Vasos as the CEO of Dollar General, effective Jan. 1, 2027.
The council has also opened nominations for three-year regional positions beginning in 2027.
James Benson has nearly 30 years of leadership experience and expertise in table grapes and citrus.
Joshua Carr and Stephen Sheldon join the cooperative to support procurement strategy and international growth.
David Hinojosa is set to lead the company’s next phase of strategic growth and community-focused retail initiatives.
In an executive interview, Bonduelle Americas CEO Bobby Chacko discusses transitioning from the Ready Pac name, leveraging his deep CPG background to bring “brand stickiness” to fresh produce and navigating the intense 15-day shelf-life cycle.
UnitedAg’s Education Foundation has awarded 40 students across California and Arizona, bringing the program’s lifetime total to over $2 million invested in the next generation of agricultural leaders.
To commemorate the International Year of the Woman Farmer, the commission is highlighting contributions of trailblazing California avocado growers.
The company has appointed José Manuel Madero Garza to its board of directors to help guide the company’s strategic growth and international expansion.
Arizona native Pat Tucker, who helped grow the regional farm into a year-round international melon supplier, will continue to serve as a consultant.
According to the California Department of Food and Agriculture, 45,244 women producers operate across the state, managing 11.5 million acres of farms and ranches that contribute $22.2 billion in agricultural sales.
Chief Operating Officer Jerry LeClair will step in as interim CEO to lead the regional grocer’s 200-plus locations.
The organization has made history by electing its first all-female executive officer team to lead its strategic growth and promotion efforts.
Former FDA policy manager Eric Stevens is set to join the International Fresh Produce Association to lead global regulatory engagement and science-based policy.
North American Blueberry Council has filled two critical leadership vacancies by appointing Brian Bocock to the board of directors and Gonzalo Canessa as chair of the United Blueberry Advisory Committee.
The third-generation grower and owner of Sklarczyk Seed Farm says this year’s agenda will capitalize on new dietary guidelines to promote potatoes as a staple of good health, ensuring fair trade practices, and removing nontariff trade barriers.
Sprouts has named Don Clark as chief merchandising officer and created a new chief customer officer role for Amanda Rassi.