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Fifth Wheel Freight founder and chairman Brian Bennett announced a new chief operating officer this week. Josh Brawley steps into a new role that shapes senior leadership and fosters continued growth.
About three weeks in, there was a blizzard, and I was a newbie closing the department on my own. It was the craziest, most frenetic work environment ... I got the produce bug quick and haven’t turned back.
I was in the Midwest and decided I wanted to do greenhouse research. I was studying crop protection for corn and soybeans.
Gold Coast Packing Inc., has hired Robb Bertels as its new Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
Albert P. Keck II, President of Hadley Date Gardens, Inc., will serve as the Western Growers Chairman of the Board of Directors for a one-year term.
I needed a job and I ended up migrating to the produce department. Little did I know that my first task of wrapping cases of Andy Boy iceberg lettuce would turn into a lifelong passion of produce and merchandising.
I have been very fortunate over my career to have had many great achievements. Though my biggest accomplishment as a professional has been helping migrate my father’s company into an industry recognized brand.
I spent four years working in the circus! Everyone thinks I was a performer when I say that, but I worked as a marketing promoter for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. It was a great marketing training ground.
As the emphasis on fresh food continues to grow and be a larger point of differentiation, the WAFC is seeking to incorporate producers and suppliers at our annual convention to grow this business for all.
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? “Being one of the original members involved in creating Fresh Thyme and opening 70+ stores in five years,” said James Braswell, Fresh Thyme Farmers Market.
Feek Properties LLC, which owns Fort Pierce, Fla.-based DLF International, has added 750 new acres for grapefruit production this year and are in the process of expanding further, said Doug Feek, president.
ohn D’Arrigo, president, CEO and chairman of the board for D’Arrigo California, was honored by the University of Arizona, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences with the Eugene G. Sander Lifetime Achievement Award.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the appointment of three members to serve on the Mushroom Council.
The produce industry is a relationship industry. I’m most grateful for my group of network contacts, associates, peers and friends who’ve been growing since 1991.
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) announced Angela TenBroeck as the 2021 Woman of the Year in Agriculture.
Lee was a veteran produce clerk at a store I managed in the 1980’s. Lee was a tough old dude, quiet and soft-spoken. He came to work nicely dressed, had a full head of carefully combed gray hair.
Fifth Wheel Freight announced the appointment of Ryan Hornack as Chief Marketing Officer. This integral position will oversee the development and execution of the marketing strategy for FWF to foster continued growth.
Village Farms Greenhouse Grown is pleased announce the promotion of Steve Poklemba, currently Director of National Sales to his new role as Director of Global Supply Chain Management for their Fresh Division.
Moxxy has hired California-based Project Manager Leanne Salandro to lead marketing initiatives for clients nationwide.
The Folsom, Calif.-based U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council and North American Blueberry Council have hired Amanda Griffin as vice president of engagement and education.
Ed Boling and Melissa Treolo have joined The Packer’s editorial staff.
Duncan Family Farms, a family-owned, multi-regional grower of certified organic and sustainably-grown produce announces the acquisition of Pedersen Farms, a certified organic grower located in upstate New York.
Tanimura & Antle, announced today that Matthew Burke has joined their team as Director of Food Safety & Quality Assurance.
With business continuing to grow, Ippolito International is keeping the pace and expanding its sales team. Jeff Feldeisen has recently come on board as a Sales and Commodity Manager.
The 115-year-old, family-owned company, M. Levin and Co., is a ripener-distributor for bananas. It also offers a wide range of tropical items, including mangoes, dragon fruit and passion fruit.
Katrina Pitts and August Alderman will join the Organic Trade Association as the organization’s first Diversity & Entrepreneurship Program fellows.
Sakata Seed America recently announced the addition of John Lindbo to the company’s reputable and expanding Research Department.
Horizon Logistics has hired Terrence Bro as the new general manager to oversee all aspects of this growing logistics company.
Pace International, a leading provider of sustainable postharvest solutions and technologies for the fresh produce industry, is launching its Postharvest Academy Webinar Series this month.
Scott Fletcher will be among industry leaders to be honored Jan. 24 at the Texas International Produce and Association’s Hall of Fame Banquet.