Wholesum Harvest Names Hannah La Luzerne As Sustainability Manager

June 18, 2014 Wholesum Harvest

Ricardo Crisantes, general manager for organic produce company Wholesum Harvest, announced that Hannah La Luzerne has been appointed Sustainability Manager for the company.

Stemilt Growers Launches #CherrySweet Summer Sweepstakes

June 18, 2014 Stemilt Growers

Stemilt Growers is partnering with two popular food bloggers this summer to deliver fresh and nutritious cherry recipes, and sweet prizes directly to consumers through a new sweepstakes. The #CherrySweet Summer Sweepstakes launched this week on the company’s website, blog, and social media channels in order to celebrate cherry season, and their many nutritious qualities.

Chris Nelson, MIXTEC Group CEO Retiring

June 18, 2014 MIXTEC Group

Chris Nelson, President and Chief Executive Officer of MIXTEC Group, the #1 executive search firm in the produce industry, has announced his retirement from the company. Nelson will be succeeded by Jerry Butt, who will assume the role of President and CEO effective June 30, 2014.

Commissioner Putnam Opens Florida Citrus Repository At LaCrosse

 The Florida Citrus Repository at LaCrosse will expand the Citrus Germplasm Introduction Program, which provides a way to safely introduce healthy new citrus varieties into the state.

Potandon Produce Updates Its Klondike Brands Website

June 17, 2014 Potandon Produce L.L.C.

Potandon Produce L.L.C. has updated its Klondike Brands website (www.klondikebrands.com), to make navigation easier and to place a larger emphasis on potato recipes and preparation tips to engage with consumers more effectively.