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WASHINGTON, April 9, 2022 - Yesterday, after experiencing mild symptoms, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack tested positive for COVID.
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council is seeking applicants for its Blueberry Industry Leadership Program.
Out on the show floor and in business sessions, sustainability was a hot topic as was the need for the industry to continue to innovate and drive fresh produce consumption.
The greenhouse grower has hired Kathy Flores as chief of staff and Amanda Crews as vice president of people.
Holloway President Vard Terry was an agvocate five decades before the term existed, and I’m not sure there’s a better advocate of the industry today.
The Packer’s 13th annual Women in Produce issue honors eight industry leaders, like Hollee Alexander, who play pivotal roles in the success of their own organizations, as well as the produce industry as a whole.
The 2022 West Coast Produce Expo, June 3-4, is expected to draw 400 top buyers, along with the industry’s leading growers and allied companies at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa in Palm Desert, Calif.
Chicago-based Hazel Technologies has announced the addition of Tyson Cutforth to the company as business development manager for the Pacific Northwest.
The Packer’s 13th annual Women in Produce issue honors eight industry leaders, like Wendy Reinhardt Kapsak, who play pivotal roles in the success of their own organizations, as well as the produce industry.
Mind your melon. In other words, don’t overlook your mental health when you are growing food for the world.
The Packer’s 13th annual Women in Produce issue honors eight industry leaders, like Amanda Keefer, who play pivotal roles in the success of their own organizations, as well as the produce industry as a whole.
U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council has appointed the marketing and business development professional to lead its data and insights program.
Taking care of Florida farmers who help take care of the U.S. food supply is the goal of a new program from the Florida Department of Agriculture.
The two-day event kicked off with attendees and exhibitors taking to the golf course and pickleball courts at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa in Palm Desert, Calif.
Longtime Lipman Family Farms CEO Ken Shoemaker will retire in 2023, and the Immokalee, Fla.-based company has announced its transition and succession plan as the company searches for a new CEO.
St Louis, Mo.-based Vegetables by Bayer and its Seminis seed brand is sponsoring watermelon grower and NASCAR driver Ross Chastain.
Grand Rapids, Mich.-based Fifth Wheel Freight has announced the appointment of Dorothy Muszynska as its chief marketing officer.
The fresh produce industry never lacked for challenges during Tom Stenzel’s nearly 30-year career as CEO of the United Fresh Produce Association.
Dan Welk joins as vice president of sales for the Dole Diversified North America division, while Rosie Dworak will become its vice president of operations.
Having strong family roots has been an essential factor in the success of Grupo Alta and Nogales, Ariz.-based Divine Flavor, says Carlos Bon, vice president of sales of Divine Flavor.
With over 22 years of industry experience, Kevin Batt has returned to the Vancouver, B.C-based grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce, as its category director of greenhouse.
Florida citrus leader Al Finch, 55, died June 21.
The Southeast Produce Council is now accepting applications for the James & Theresa Nolan Family Foundation Scholarship, the group said.
Brian Evans is Stemilt’s new senior sales manager for U.S. and Canada Wenatchee, Wash.-based Stemilt has announced that Brian Evans is now Stemilt’s new senior sales manager for the U.S. and Canada.
Philadelphia produce veteran Charles Pigliacelli died June 17 and is remembered for his role in the success of John Vena Inc.
Danny Dumas has been named senior vice president and general manager for Calavo Grown, filling the role held by Rob Wedin.
The Ontario Produce Marketing Association has appointed four new board members at its recent Annual General Meeting.
Bellevue, Wash.-based Arable Capital Partners has added Ainara Arcelus to its staff.
Western Growers will honor California agricultural icon John Harris with the 2022 Award of Honor.
The Wenatchee, Wash.-based company has launched its new Crisp Collaborators program, which includes partnerships with 13 social media influencers.