Sun World International Enforces its Intellectual Property Rights in Egypt

August 13, 2024 Sun World International

Despite Sun World’s PVR registrations in Egypt, some unauthorized farmers have been found growing Sun World’s varieties, violating both Egyptian PVR and criminal laws and damaging the Egyptian table grape export market for authorized growers.    

Potatoes USA Elects Shelley R. Olsen as Board Chair, Announces New Executive Committee for 2024-2025

August 13, 2024 Potatoes USA

This marks the seventh year that Olsen, of Othello, Washington, has served on Potatoes USA’s board and her fourth year on the Executive Committee. She previously co-chaired the board’s Industry Outreach and International Marketing Committees.

Wish Farms Promotes James Peterson to Chief Operating Officer

August 13, 2024 Wish Farms

At Wish Farms, Peterson implemented several successful initiatives, including the modernization of planning and execution strategies. With a strong focus on exceptional customer service and controlled growth, the company has experienced a tailwind of increased market share in the berry category. Under his leadership, sales revenue increased 633%.

California Strawberry Commission Showcases Environmental Stewardship at 10th Anniversary Strawberry Center Field Day 

This anniversary event marks a decade of collaboration between the California Strawberry Commission (CSC) and Cal Poly, showcasing advancements in sustainable strawberry farming that benefit growers, farmworkers, students, consumers, the environment, and local communities in California.  

Honeybear Brands Hires National Sales Director

August 13, 2024 Honeybear Brands

In this new role, Meyers will be maintaining existing customer relationships as well as leading the business development team.