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Jay Alley, co-owner and vice president of sales for Fresh Innovations LLC, home of Yo Quiero Brands, Rhome, Texas.

The USDA has drafted a pest risk assessment for the importation of fresh pineapple from Taiwan for consumption into the U.S. and its territories. The assessment describes potential pests associated with the commodity.

Jessica Wells is the executive director for Crunch Time Apple Growers, Lockport, N.Y.

Kellen Stailey Martin is the vice president of marketing at Hazel Technologies, Chicago, Ill.

The vertically integrated salad and vegetable producer has promoted a longtime agriculture industry veteran to lead planning and data integrity.

The wait is nearly over. The inaugural International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce and Floral Show is set to take place Oct. 27-29 in Orlando, Fla., and the industry is energized to engage.

Nikki Fried, Florida commissioner of ag, says the preliminary assessment is a “first step” in trying to get federal disaster aid for affected producers.

With almost 40 years of experience directing sales teams, Jay Schneider will lead the New Jersey sales office and drive business strategy for the Los Angeles-based company.

Food tech innovator Apeel has launched RipeFinder, an imaging tool that determines produce ripeness with a simple scan and has practical uses across the produce supply chain.

New York-based William H. Kopke Jr., Inc. and the founders of Vision Import Group LLC are entering into a new joint venture in which Kopke is the controlling member, according to a news release.