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Fresh Direct Produce promotes president to CEO
Fresh Direct Produce Ltd. appoints Adri De Wet to Chief Executive Officer, a promotion from group president.
Duda Farm Fresh Foods names new national account manager
In this leadership role, Amanda Brown-Estelle will support Duda’s national retail accounts and help drive continued growth.
Driscoll’s names COO, expands CFO’s role
Driscoll's announce two leadership appointments to support CEO Soren Bjorn's long-term strategy to scale the company.
Five Crowns Marketing updates sales leadership
Five Crowns Marketing announces two updates to its sales leadership team: the promotion of Daren Van Dyke and the addition...
ALC names general managers in Cincinnati and Salt Lake City offices
Tim Bryner has been promoted to general manager of ALC Cincinnati, and Josh Mason has been promoted to GM of...
CPMA announces new Board of Directors
CPMA held its 2026 Annual General Meeting, bringing members together to reflect on a year of advocacy for Canada’s fresh...
Share-ify hires AI Product Manager & Solutions Architect
In this role, Joh Johannsen will help lead the development and execution of Share-ify’s AI strategy, with a focus on...
PhilaPort names new Executive Director and CEO
Rich Lazer will succeed CEO Jeff Theobald, who announced his retirement in December after a decade of leadership.
Produce industry headlines: April 16, 2026
Read about Vancouver’s plant-based dining trend, Aldi’s new store format, Metro’s latest executive hire, a NYC grocery expansion, and more.
SEPC’s 2026 STEP-UPP retail class completes immersive tour
The Southeast Produce Council successfully hosted its 2026 STEP-UPP Retail Class for their annual spring tour last week.
Avocados from Peru honors two with Global Leadership Award
The Peruvian Avocado Commission honors Stephen Barnard and Bob Lucy with its Global Leadership Award for contributions to the industry.
Pro Citrus Network & Foremost Fresh Direct announce leadership transition
Jacquie Ediger, current EVP, has been appointed President of both PCN and FFD. Allan Dodge, founder and president transitions to...
Driscoll’s appoints ambassador as VP, Public Affairs
Driscoll’s, the world’s leading fresh berry company, has hired Ambassador Darci Vetter as Vice President, Public Affairs.
DMB Packing hires Gulf Sierra Marketing for tomato sales
Led by Scott and Donna Vaughan, Gulf Sierra Marketing has over 30 years of experience in sales and marketing for...
USDA appoints members to nine research and promotion boards
USDA announced the appointments of members to nine research and promotion boards, including avocados, watermelon, potatoes, and blueberries.
CPMA announces 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient
Paul Catania Jr., President and CEO of Catania Worldwide, has been named the 2026 CPMA Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
Church Brothers CEO honored for agricultural leadership
Church Brothers Farms' CEO Brian Church has been named the 2026 Agricultural Leadership honoree by the Salinas Valley Chamber of...
Cherry Central Cooperative names new President and CEO
Cherry Central Cooperative has hired Helena Beckett as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 13, 2026.
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