Oppy Strengthens Western US Sales Squad

July 20, 2017 Oppy

Jose Mendoza, Jim Leach and Mario Illiano are Oppy’s new sales representatives, recently appointed from within the leading fresh produce marketer and distributor’s ranks.

California Giant Staff Serves Over 1000 Lunches At Annual BBQ Fundraiser

The 11th annual Summer barbecue at California Giant Berry Farms did not disappoint as the staff rolled up their sleeves on July 18 to serve lunch to friends throughout the community.  Skirt steak was the maindish for over 1000 lunches either eaten on premises or taken to go back to their offices in town.  For $12.00 guests had a full lunch of skirt steak, garlic bread, salad, fruit and homemade dessert. 

Allen Lund Company Promotes Kirk Bailey To Operations Manager

July 20, 2017 Allen Lund Company

The Allen Lund Company, Richmond office is pleased to announce the promotion of Kirk Bailey to Operations Manager. Bailey has been with ALC since October of 2009, prior to the promotion he was a transportation broker.

State Ag Officials Praise FDA For Produce Safety Funding

Members of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) today praised the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for their expanded $30.9 million commitment to 43 states and territories to support the proper implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule.

Founding Partner Jeff Hitchcock Assumes The Helm At Boggiatto Produce

July 20, 2017 Boggiatto Produce, Inc.

After 42 years in Salinas Valley agriculture, Michael Boggiatto is retiring from the business. Jeff Hitchcock has purchased Michael Boggiatto’s stock in Boggiatto Produce, Inc., making him the company’s majority shareholder.