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Moxxy’s award-winning team is celebrating a major accomplishment by one of its members – the agency recently promoted Christina Fuentes to Project Manager.
Wholesum, leading growers and shippers of Fair Trade Certified, 100% organic farm-fresh vegetables, recently promoted Joanna Jaramillo to Marketing Manager.
West Pak Avocado, a global supplier of fresh avocados, proudly welcomes Stephen Sheldon as Director of Global Sourcing.
Santiago-based Hortifrut has announced changes in its ranks of senior executives.
Part 2 of The Packer’s Tom Karst recently interviewed Hans Sauter, chief sustainability officer and senior vice president of research and development at Fresh Del Monte.
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) announced Jeff Pedersen, Executive Vice President and Chief Sales and Support Officer, is retiring after 45 years in the grocery business, effective December, 2021.
Alyssa Houtby has been promoted to Senior Director, Federal Affairs for California Citrus Mutual (CCM).
Mission Produce, Inc. has announced the development of its sales and sourcing departments to promote the company’s rapid growth into emerging markets and additional categories.
With Fresh Del Monte operations and distribution in more than 90 countries, Hans Sauter has a global perspective on sustainability efforts.
The Southeast Produce Council (SEPC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Clark Roper to its team.
Lourdes Pérez Cordero did not grow up in a citrus growing family, but you wouldn’t know that after meeting her.
Western Growers will honor agriculture advocate, educator, philanthropist and trailblazer Carol Chandler with the 2021 Award of Honor.
Homegrown Organic Farms is pleased to announce Jonah Reardon as the newest addition to our sales team.
Mission Produce, Inc. hosted its much-anticipated ninth annual philanthropic golf tournament in support of The Mission Foundation, which gives 100% of revenue from the event back to local charities.
G&R Farms is proud to welcome new hire Jon Ellis, who will be serving in the role of Operations Manager.
Kids’ Food Basket aims to feed children living at or near the poverty level with critical evening meals to make sure kids are performing at their highest academic ability.
Taylor Farms announced the appointment of Joe Pezzini to the position of Senior Director of Agricultural Operations, effective October 11th, 2021.
This October marks not only the start of Starr Ranch Growers Harvest Season but also brings the announcement of the retirement of long time Director of Marketing, Scott Marboe.
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council and North American Blueberry Council have appointed Leslie Wada, Ph.D., RD, a longtime research consultant for the council, as senior director of nutrition and health research.
In September, the nine-member Colombia Avocado Board (CAB) elected four new officers to Board of Directors, serving a two-year term from 2021 through 2023.
It was 1986 when Myra Gordon started as a part-time executive assistant for the newly formed Hunts Point Terminal Produce Cooperative Association Inc.
Bobalu Berries announced a new addition to their sales team as they continue to position the company on a growth track. Ryan Baird has joined the existing sales team led by Anthony Gallino, VP of Sales.
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Produce company, D’Arrigo California is partnering with Candice Walker, foodie influencer of Proportional Plate, to host a virtual and interactive cooking class featuring Andy Boy produce.
The Organic Trade Association (OTA) announced today the launch of a nationwide search for a new CEO and Executive Director.
After nearly 7 years leading and transforming the business, Kevin Doran is moving to the Longvine Growing Co Board of Directors, vacating the CEO position.
Ocean Mist Farms is pleased to announce the promotion of Christopher Drew to President and Chief Executive Officer.
North America’s largest greenhouse lettuce grower, Revol Greens, today announced the hiring of produce industry veteran Matt Roy as Vice President of Food Service.
Produce industry veteran Jamey Higham will become the next president and CEO of the Idaho Potato Commission, effective in early 2022.