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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.

4 months ago 1 minute read

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.

4 months ago 3 minute read

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.

4 months ago 4 minute read

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...

4 months ago 3 minute read

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...

4 months ago 4 minute read

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...

4 months ago 4 minute read

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...

4 months ago 3 minute read

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.

4 months ago 4 minute read

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.

4 months ago 2 minute read

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.

4 months ago 4 minute read

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.

4 months ago 3 minute read

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...

4 months ago 3 minute read

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.

4 months ago 2 minute read

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...

4 months ago 2 minute read

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.

4 months ago 1 minute read

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.

5 months ago 3 minute read

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...

5 months ago 3 minute read

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.

5 months ago 4 minute read
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