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The company says the collective expertise will help it play a significant role in the global mushroom industry into the future.
Lidl U.S. has appointed Marco Giudici, the company’s current chief customer officer and former head of Lidl Romania, as interim CEO, succeeding Joel Rampoldt. This appointment comes as the retailer continues to refine its domestic growth strategy and operational efficiency.
UnitedAg’s wellness centers across California’s Central Valley are trying to break down health care barriers to farmworkers through a holistic, people-focused strategy.
The commission has also elected a new slate of officers for its board of directors.
As the East Coast sales manager, Blume will oversee sales strategy while working out the company’s Philadelphia sales office.
Produce sales veteran Richie Keirouz will lead the company’s sales strategy and support its continued expansion.
Following a distinguished career with the commission, BJ Thurlby is remembered for his passion for the industry and his family.
The industry veteran will continue as CEO of Brighter Bites while stepping into the new role on the board.
Victor Smith was named senior vice president of retail divisions as Kroger strengthens its core leadership team with key internal promotions.
Retailers can support celebrants of the holiday, which kicks off Jan. 14 this year, by ensuring sweet tropical produce like sugar cane, jackfruit and mangoes are available.
Her research focuses on the intersection of advanced LED lighting strategies and sustainable pest management in CEA strawberries.
The industry veteran will oversee all aspects of the company’s Vidre+ North American operations.
She will be the first woman to chair the commission, which will support the CA Grown program’s initiative promoting the role of women in agriculture.
Joelle Orem and James Drewicke join as account coordinators, and Matheus Spinelli joins as creative studio manager.
The Texas International Produce Association has announced this year’s winners and plans to celebrate them during a Jan. 19 event.
The board also honors John McGuigan, outgoing director of industry affairs, who is retiring after 40 years in the produce industry.
The 40-year retail veteran assumes the role following the retirement of Shane Sampson, who has led the company as CEO since 2022.
The industry veteran was appointed as the company’s first vice president of marketing and business development.
With more than a decade of produce industry experience, Jake Kamysz is focused on pineapples, bananas and plantains for the company.
Alex Van Wingerden and Mary Parreira join returning members to the nine-person board for the 2026-27 term.
Effective Jan. 1, 2026, Lilze will lead the North America division of Orbia Netafim, the first woman to hold the position.
Morgan DiMartino returns as vice president of marketing, and Jose N. Garcete joins as logistics manager.
Hayes’ retirement will be effective March 2, 2026, and the search is underway for the cooperative’s next leader, according to Ocean Spray.
Jeremy Veens elected vice chair as board along with eight other board members in annual elections.
Current CEO Steve Barnard will become executive chairman of the board, and president and COO John Pawlowski will become CEO, effective April 2026.
Hollenkamp will continue to serve Wish Farms through 2026, maintaining strong relationships with Florida strawberry growers and supporting the company’s growth.
Greg Cyr will succeed Norma St. Amant who is retiring. San Diego Farms says Cyr brings extensive leadership and will help the company expand.
J.P. Beall, specialty crop farmer-owner earned top honors in the California YF&R Open Discussion Meet, winning $6,000.
The Peruvian Asparagus Importers Association says improving trade logistics and expanding market share are priorities for the upcoming year, its 25 in service to the industry.
The Arizona farmer has taken a unique path from petting zoo operator to organic leadership.
With his leadership, Bonipak anticipates building upon the foundation established by generations of hard work and dedication, the company says.