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The Packer’s parent company, Farm Journal, has named Prescott Shibles as CEO. He takes over from Andy Weber who retires after 23 years as CEO and becomes vice chairman of Farm Journal’s board of directors.
“I joke that potatoes were my gateway drug to the fresh produce industry,” says the president and owner of FullTilt Marketing in Minot, N.D.
Pallavi Joyappa can’t sleep. While she was appointed president of the Union City, Calif.-based Emerald Packaging in late February of this year, it’s not her executive post that’s keeping her up at night.
Martha Montoya is the CEO of Agtools Inc. in Orange, Calif.
Doug Johnson brings 23 years of produce industry experience to the supply chain management company.
Anna Fabrega, a former Freshly CEO and Amazon commerce executive, is bringing deep commercial and retail experience to lead Local Bounti in its next chapter.
The Potatoes USA Board consists of five committees guided by nine industry members. The committees include international marketing, domestic marketing, industry outreach, research, and finance and policy.
As head of marketing, North America, for T&G Global Ltd., Cecilia Flores Paez spearheads consumer marketing for Jazz and Envy apples with an energy and enthusiasm that sparks produce consumption.
The 2023 Down to Earth Women’s Luncheon, held at Driscoll’s Rancho Corralitos, celebrated Santa Cruz County and Pajaro Valley women in agriculture and raised $90,000 for programs and scholarships.
Organic industry experts Joelle Mosso and Scott Rice have been hired to form a new technical and regulatory team at the Organic Trade Association.
Following an afternoon of data-rich programming, the first day of USApple’s Outlook 2023 conference at the Ritz-Carlton Chicago concluded with The Packer presenting Mike Preacher the Apple Person of the Year award.
The Inland Northwest-based fresh fruit and vegetable distributor and its parent company, URM Stores Inc., have appointed the produce veteran as president.
The California-based fresh produce licenser has appointed two new directors and added three new regional leaders to its team to support its fruit portfolio expansion.
Cheri Diebel has served as president and CEO for the Delano, Calif.-based agricultural commodities marketing company since January 2012. Her successor has held that role for Pacific Ag Management.
The annual event hosted by the Watsonville, Calif.-based grower brings together the local community and raises donations for area nonprofits.
Held in Quebec City from Aug. 17-19, the QPMA convention shared new leadership appointments, networking, strategic priorities and fresh fruit and vegetable inspiration with members.
The group will be confirmed by a ballot shared with International Fresh Produce Association membership. This board is expected to begin its board service at the 2023 Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show, Oct. 19-21.
The third annual Race to Slow the Pace 5K and 10K fundraiser will give trail runners and community advocates a chance to help preserve farmland — and get a nice glass of wine and a bowl of paella at the same time.
Denise Junqueiro, the new vice president of commercial for tropicals, will develop and execute go-to-market strategies for Apeel’s tropicals business in the Americas and other global markets, the company says.
The Bakersfield, Calif.-based company has hired Dave Moore to manage relationships with existing western U.S. customers as well as develop new business in all channels.
The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) has awarded a $10,000 2023-24 academic scholarship to Jacob Meeuwsen.
The Kansas City, Mo.-based software solution provider works with independent grocers’ produce departments across North America.
The Collinsville, Ill.-based provider of high-performance packaging has named Brittnie Hammack director of marketing.
The Florida Strawberry Growers Association has inducted Gary Wishnatzki into its hall of fame for his innovations in the berry industry.
During SEPC’s Southern Exposure event, author Kevin Brown mentioned the adage that heroes are ordinary people doing extraordinary things — and explained why that’s not exactly right.
Bobby Chacko succeeds Andrea Montagna, who has stepped down after serving as the company’s CEO since 2021.
The class comprises 17 professionals set to gain industry insights through diverse opportunities, blending field experiences with classroom seminars on topics like food safety and leadership development.
Vidalia Onion Committee says Delbert Bland was selected for this honor based on his commitment to promoting and protecting the Vidalia onion brand.
Craig Hurlbert, CEO of Local Bounti, and Andrew Horowitz, North American Director of Strategic Development of KUBO Greenhouse Projects, join the Controlled Environment Agriculture Alliance board of directors.
Oakdale, Calif., Save Mart store manager Robert Alton was honored for his leadership at the company’s 30th Annual Management Awards Gala, which also recognized other store managers.