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The 16 new members and 16 reappointed members will guide the organization’s efforts to promote and support the potato industry.
The Board Leadership Development (BOLD) program connected emerging leaders from across the supply chain with experts and resources essential to form a well-rounded understanding of the business.
In a move that it says demonstrates its commitment to environmental sustainability, California Giant Berry Farms has appointed Justin Kosta as director of sustainability.
Dana Graber joined FMI in 2016 as senior counsel for FMI’s government relations team, providing support to members through regulatory tracking, development of regulatory strategy and compliance assistance.
The Philadelphia-based company says the appointments will strengthen its leadership and enhance its capabilities in global operations, manufacturing, information technology, digital solutions and human resources.
Tom Coufal will be responsible for growing J&C Tropicals’ footprint in new markets throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Tops Friendly Markets, a Williamsville, N.Y.-based full-service grocery retailer in New York, northern Pennsylvania and Vermont, has promoted Cole Bickal to produce/floral specialist in its east region.
Los Angeles-based Pacific Trellis Fruit, the owner of the Dulcinea brand, has promoted Marcial Hernandez Manzano to vice president of supply and operations.
Anderson, who has served as executive vice president of GGNA since 2017, has been part of the GLOBALG.A.P. team since 2014.
Belgium-based Tomra Food has appointed Peter Lamb as vice president and head of sales for Tomra Fresh Food.
Longtime Kentucky produce industry veteran Al “Buzz” Horton died Sept. 4 at age 79.
The podcast, which began in May, was created with a mix of produce supply chain and sourcing professionals in mind.
The Pleasanton, Calif.-based firm says it offers high-quality fruit for essential nutrients for athletes.
Mike Taylor, vice president of sales and marketing, has been promoted to senior vice president of business development strategy; Tate Mathison, director of sales, will become vice president of sales and marketing.
Plant & Food Research scientist Annette Richardson’s work has led to advancements that have helped increase yields and contributed to the overall quality of kiwifruit crops, according to a news release.
The Emeryville, Calif.-based company says that Denise Webster has joined its Food & Agriculture team.
The Carlisle, Pa.-based company has named Rebecca Lupfer chief financial officer and Dave Lessard senior vice president of operations, customer experience and perishable distribution.
Tony Zuccato has over 30 years of experience in information technology, software development and project management, the company says.
Joining the company are Elena Hernandez, as director of global marketing insights, and Pablo Gómez, as director of quality insights.
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas will honor the Omega Produce founder for her contributions to the association and industry during her lifetime.
The National Grocers Association has announced promotions for three key senior staff executives.
Indoor agriculture company said its co-founder, Craig Hurlbert, reprises his role as chief executive officer as part of a company restructuring.
These new members, which include Carmen Ponce of Tanimura & Antle, Chris Drew of Ocean Mist Farm and Kiana Amarel of BlazerWilkinsonGee, will serve a three-year term.
Twenty graduate students were selected to join the program for inspiration and training in agricultural policy, commodity market analysis, agricultural finance and other applied fields.
Measure to Improve’s CEO and Burford Ranch’s director of farming have joined the foundation board.
Industry veteran Ze’ev Barylk brings experience from Rivulus and Netafilm to the precision pollination and hive sensing company.
Washington State Apple Blossom Festival recognized the Stemilt executive for the company’s support of the state’s tree fruit industry.
Chris Hooks, whose experience spans conventional grocery, discount retail and private label, joins the Modesto, Calif.-based grocer’s executive leadership team.
The World Apple and Pear Association has elected Jeff Correa, director of international marketing at Pear Bureau Northwest, as chairman of the association.
The Ontario, Calif.-based company said Chris Dougan, former senior vice president of sales for Chiquita Brands International and Fresh Express, will be instrumental in shaping its future growth.