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Donald (Don) John Valpredo, a lifelong champion of agriculture, businessman, founder and impetus behind Bako Sweet’s entry into the sweet potato business, died Oct. 31, while on vacation overseas.

We are excited to have Drew spearheading our strategic financial initiatives as we live out this complexity through our vision of better connecting people and their food.

Food solutions company SpartanNash today announced Djouma Barry has been hired as Senior Vice President and Chief Retail Officer.

Becker will lead Mission Produce’s North America Sales team in meeting demand for avocados and mangos while generating profitable results for the Company and its customers.  

The Foundation for Fresh Produce announced the new 2025 Board members at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta.  

Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. today announced that Eric Lindberg, current Chairman of the Board, has been appointed Interim President and CEO, effective immediately.

HF Foods Group Inc., a leading food distributor to Asian restaurants across the United States, today announced the appointment of Felix Lin as Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Angie Rowland brings extensive fresh food experience and strategic vision to drive growth and innovation at Offshoot Brands.

Sunkist Growers, Inc., the longest-standing agricultural cooperative in the United States, is pleased to announce that Elaine Trevino has been appointed as the new Vice President of Government Relations and Sustainability.

The Board of Hans Merensky Holdings (HMH) and Westfalia Fruit Group (Westfalia) announced today the appointment of Chris Bush to the post of Group CEO, effective 28 October, 2024.