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Ulichnie will lead portfolio strategy and product development for Our Family, Fresh and Finest by Our Family and Finest Reserve by Our Family.
Jan Berk, who made history as the industry group’s first-ever female chair, was presented with the group’s Golden Checkmark Award.
San Francisco-based Simbe says it will welcome Barbra Chase and Brian Hughes as vice presidents of sales to strengthen its commitment to partners.
Brad Moorer, who died unexpectedly Aug. 7, is remembered as a strong advocate for the domestic berry grower.
With its president of Central and South America planning to retire in November, the company is set to promote another leader to senior vice president of international farming.
The California Table Grape Commission announced $168,500 in scholarships to students from the table grape growing regions of the state.
Fifth-generation Duda family member Samantha Duda joins the company as its east regional manager following roles at Hello Fresh and Charlie’s Produce of Seattle.
Ruhs has been named the director of nutrition affairs and communications for the pear industry group.
The Fertilizer Institute honored the collaborations as part of its nutrient management commitment program.
Prior to joining United Natural Foods Inc., David Best spent two years as president and chief operating officer of Coborn’s Inc.
Bringing a background in legal affairs, ethics and compliance, Atlee’s new role is general counsel and chief compliance officer.
The association says its regulatory and compliance expert will join its government relations team and its food safety support coordinator will join its science and technology team.
Ed Oldham will join as head of sourcing; Ann Reed has been named group vice president of Our Brands; Jake Cannon has been named Cincinnati-Dayton division president; and Josh Harpole has been named Louisville division president.
In her new role as the executive vice president of farming operations, Camarena will oversee all farming operations through harvest for Bonipak Produce and Betteravia Farms.
Jeremy Andrews has been promoted from his previous role as the packaging company’s director of sales for the East.
Sir David Nabarro, 2018 World Food Prize Laureate, is being recalled as a mentor and leader whose efforts helped many.
She brings a wealth of experience in produce buying around the Mid-Atlantic, says JOH.
Johnny Hughes will serve as president of SF-360, FiveStar’s fresh food delivery solution.
The company also announced several other leadership and personnel moves within the U.S.
The Raley’s Companies named Jessica Blakely, vice president of sales and merchandising for Bashas’ Family of Stores, and Faith Garrard, vice president of sales and merchandising for Raley’s.
Légaré’s new role of senior vice president for North American sales and strategic growth bolsters its commitment to customers, the company says.
Fresh Del Monte says Fraser-Jones’ new role as as vice president of sales and product management, deciduous and citrus will drive global category expansion.
Mandy’s Farm, an AgrAbility partner program, hosts an agricultural program that teaches farming, fosters individual growing interests and supports employment.
Karla Waddleton succeeds Atty McGrath, who was recently promoted to CEO.
Jason Parasco, a former naval officer and CPG veteran, will lead the food company’s national expansion strategy.
Goeres succeeds Micropep founder Thomas Laurent to lead next phase of commercial growth.
The veteran industry executive has rejoined the company to lead U.S. sales growth in the Southern region.
Dustin Simmons was promoted to president of NAI and made an executive officer of the parent company; Jeffrey Johnson will continue his role as chairman of NAI.
The second-generation owner of Turlock Fruit Company died July 3 at 95 years; celebration of life held on Saturday, July 12.
The greenhouse grower seeks to drive innovation and growth in its extensive indoor agriculture efforts.