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Selah, Wash.-based Rainier Fruit Co. has promoted David Armenta to sales manager, overseeing both domestic and export sales teams, according to a news release.
Kristen Smith Eshaya is the new president of Yuma, Ariz.-based JV Smith Cos.
From indoor farming to value-added convenience to sustainability and new product innovation, exhibitors at SEPC’s recent Southern Exposure event in Orlando, Fla., talked the hottest produce trends and more.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Potato Council’s Washington Summit from Feb. 28 to March 3 provided an opportunity for potato growers to visit with representatives in Congress about industry policy priorities.
The Packer’s Tom Karst interviewed Andy Higgins, CEO of Bakersfield, Calif.-based IFG, in February about trends in grape variety breeding and new introductions from the company in recent years.
The USDA announced it intends to renew the charter of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC).
The Vancouver-British Columbia-based marketer and distributor of fresh produce has promoted Garland Perkins to the new role of senior manager of innovation and sustainability.
Fyffes has announced the appointment of Áine McElroy as marketing executive with responsibility for the coordination of marketing activities for bananas and pineapples in Ireland.
Owatonna, Minn.-based Revol Greens has hired Jessica Dillon as its marketing director, according to a news release.
Washington, D.C.-based Equitable Food Initiative has hired Michael Lacey for the position of business development manager.
Marfa, Texas resident and dual citizen Rámon Vega Navarro recently launched his first music video that pays tribute to Village Farms’ employees in Marfa with his song “Doble Nacionalidad.”
Bakersfield, Calif.-based farm product and service provider Holloway has announced the retirement of President Vard Terry after 50 years with the company.
Good Foods has announced its latest hire, Tim Meskill, who will take on the role of vice president of club strategy to support strategic growth plans for the brand’s perspective and current club retail partners.
After 34 years of service, Vickie Linder, agricultural products manager for Alliance Rubber Co., is set to retire in July of 2022.
The Packer’s 13th annual Women in Produce issue honors eight industry leaders, like Laura Strange, who play pivotal roles in the success of their own organizations, as well as the produce industry.
The Vineland, N.J.-based family-owned and -operated company is just weeks away from completing Phase II of its facility expansion.
Ronald Bown, the longtime president of the Chilean Fruit Exporters Association A.G. and the face of the Chilean fresh fruit industry for three decades, is retiring.
Southeastern Grocers Inc. has announced its fifth tour of giving in partnership with Folds of Honor.
The Packer on June 27 will publish a special tribute to Tom Stenzel, long-time president and CEO of the United Fresh Produce Association and recently retired co-CEO of the International Fresh Produce Association.
Homestead, Fla.-based Brooks Tropicals LLC has added two new members to its sales office, says Peter Leifermann, vice president of sales and marketing.
Bakersfield, Calif. and Bellevue, Wash.-based Arable Capital Partners has hired Laura Wachter as chief of staff.
The Produce for Better Health Foundation has expanded its staff to further strengthen the group’s food and nutrition expertise, as well as PBH stakeholder engagement strategies, according to a news release.
As an ode to the past 10 years, the California Avocado Commission enlisted chef Nyesha Arrington to create two seasonal recipes that prominently feature the fruit.
After three and a half decades with the Vancouver, British Columbia-based Oppenheimer Group, Walt Breeden is retiring.
John Cunningham is stepping back from chief operating officer to a position that will allow him to use his expertise and knowledge in an advisory role with the company.
The Folsom, Calif.-based California Walnut Board and the California Walnut Commission have announced that Robert Verloop has been named executive director and CEO, effective July 11.
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council has announced its first cohort of fellows accepted into the group’s Blueberry Industry Leadership Program.
The Milwaukie, Ore.-based Pear Bureau Northwest has announced that Bob Catinella has been promoted to director of merchandising.
The Hass Avocado Board has entered its 20th anniversary year by expanding the role and responsibilities of Gina Widjaja, director of marketing and communications.
Oppy is celebrating the careers of Steve Woodyear-Smith and Cathie MacDonald.