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The organization’s president and CEO says Rep. Jim Costa “has faithfully represented the interests of production agriculture and rural America for two decades.”
”... I am grateful that the full diversity of farms ... are now reflected in our funding and our agriculture policies,” Sen. Debbie Stabenow said in a farewell address.
The 25 representatives advise the agriculture secretary on key issues affecting the fruit and vegetable industry.
Glen Alameda is the fourth generation to help lead the 100-year-old company.
The retailer has appointed former Fresh Market CEO Jason Potter to the leadership role.
Ivanna Yang has joined as vice president of government affairs, with Matt Landi joining as vice president of industry relations.
The company said Magatte Gueye, who brings experience in the fresh produce industry, will help drive its growth and profitability.
The former partner-owner of San Miguel Produce has retired from her role as chief operating officer after more than 20 years with the company.
Bernardo Calvo, who brings experience with agribusiness companies, will lead corporate functions for the Bakersfield, Calif., global fruit company.
John McCaffrey succeeds Mike Patti, who is retiring after 52 years of service to the company.
Alexis Taylor, most recently the USDA’s undersecretary of trade and foreign agricultural affairs, will assume the role Feb. 18.
Company founder Chalmers Carr will transition to the role of CEO.
Rick Feighery will succeed Michael Maxwell, who is set to retire Jan. 31 after 43 years with the company.
As consumer media specialist, Amy Davis will focus on generating strategic media opportunities, developing educational content and amplifying brand messaging for clients.
Jason Buechel will take on expanded responsibilities leading Worldwide Grocery Stores while maintaining current role, Amazon says.
Larissa Rice brings over 30 years of experience in fresh produce sales and marketing.
Paul Gianetto has been named president of Raley’s Operating Division, and Natalie Slatter will serve as vice president of store operations.
Sandra Eskin, who has food safety advocacy experience, will assume the role for the nonprofit on Feb. 24.
Dave Armstrong will transition to executive chairman, and Eduardo Flores will become president and CEO in April.
Before joining the company, Anna O’Brien specialized in influencer marketing, gaining experience across brand operations, influencer partnerships and affiliate marketing.
Greg Samels, with more than 20 years in sales leadership, will assume the role for the Midwest wholesaler.
The Los Angeles-based agtech company says the appointments come at a pivotal year as it continues to digitize the fresh produce sector.
Andy Froggatt brights more than 30 years of experience in international fruit sales and procurement to the position.
Paloma Tapia brings sales and account management experience in tomatoes, cucumbers, mangoes and berries.
Tiffany Readinger joins in a newly created role of vice president of sales and category management.
New Chief Marketing Officer Tobi Paul’s over 25 years of experience includes expertise in e-commerce, digital strategy and omnichannel marketing.
FirstFruits Farms says the promotion of Lon Hudson strengthens the company’s multiregional strategy.
The council is also accepting nominations for positions in the 2026-2028 term.
Tom Hughes Sr. established and grew a company that had become one of Canada’s largest potato distributors by the time he retired in the mid-1980s.
Susan Morris will become CEO following the retirement of Vivek Sankaran, effective May 1.