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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.
The Allen Lund Company announces two promotions in the Orlando office. Shaun Leiker to manager of ALC’s Special Projects Division and Billy Pangonis to new manager of the ALC Orlando team.
Effective January 6, Howard Nager has left Los Angeles-based Progressive Produce, to pursue other business opportunities.
Arama Kukutai serves as cofounder and partner at Finistere Ventures, a venture firm that identifies and nurtures promising agribusiness and food tech companies such as Plenty, an indoor vertical farming company.
The Oxnard, Calif.-based company says Brooke Becker has been a significant contributor to the company for over 13 years, advancing from her first role as a sales intern and through several leadership positions.
Richard Hallé will step into the role starting Jan. 1, 2025, following the retirement of Todd Dissinger.
Former CEO Eric Lindberg has returned to lead the business while the company conducts a search for a successor.
The 2025 board will be chaired by Dwight Ferguson, president and CEO of California Agricultural Leadership Foundation.
The Western Growers Family of Companies is mourning the death of Hank Giclas, says Dave Puglia, president and CEO.
The Controlled Environment Agriculture Food Safety Coalition has retained The Stenzel Group LLC to provide management services with the naming of Tom Stenzel as its new executive director, the group reports.
Jill Moran, a long-time Monterey Mushrooms teammate, has rejoined the sales team as a sales manager based out of Watsonville, Calif.
Santa Paula, Calif.-based Calavo Growers has named Helen Kurtz as senior vice president and general manager of Calavo Prepared, the company’s prepared foods segment.
San Marcos, Texas-based Nabaco Inc. has promoted Brenton Field to vice president of operations, according to a news release.
Cindy Swanberg Schwing has joined Nogales, Ariz.-based Splendid by Porvenir as vice president of marketing.