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Pro*Act, Monterey, Calif., has hired H.O. “Chip” Walker III as president and CEO.

Amy Lowe, executive vice president for PSSI, Keller, Wis., died in a plane crash with her husband.

Lau Enterprise II Inc., Miami, has paid its debts in a Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act case, according to the U.S. Department Agriculture.

David Cain, founder of International Fruit Genetics and the table grape breeder of Cotton Candy and other unique varieties, has received the 2020 Wilder Medal from the American Pomological Society.

Awe Sum Organics, Santa Cruz, Calif., has hired Jon Kiley as a sales account manager.

An innovative approach to extending shelf life of avocados may end up reducing waste, saving energy and having an all-around positive impact on the environment.

Sustainable business practices within the fresh produce industry will be the focus of The Packer’s Sustainable Produce Summit.

Federal agencies must work together to increase fruit and vegetable consumption among all Americans, according to a Produce Marketing Association-led industry task force.

Austin, Texas, health officials are investigating an outbreak of Cyclospora infections.

Basciani Mushroom Farms, Avondale, Pa., is almost back to full production after disruption by the new coronavirus, said Michael Basciani, CEO.