D’Arrigo California is Excited to Grow its Talented Team

February 29, 2024 D’Arrigo California

D’Arrigo California, a leading grower-packer-shipper of fresh produce, is delighted to announce the appointment of Henry Dill as its new Director of Sales. With 18 years of experience in the fresh produce industry, Henry brings a wealth of expertise and enthusiasm to his new role.

HEART-HEALTHY CERTIFICATION EXPANDED FOR ALL USA PEARS VARIETIES

Pear Bureau Northwest Announces Departure of President and CEO Kevin Moffitt

February 29, 2024 Pear Bureau Northwest

Pear Bureau Northwest, a nonprofit marketing organization established in 1931 to promote the fresh pears grown in Washington and Oregon, today announced that Kevin D. Moffitt, president and CEO, will be stepping down after 35 years with the organization.

Aquaculture Stewardship Council Prepares to Make Waves With Inaugural South by Southwest Activations 

In its largest North American activation to date, the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is poised to take part in the global food conversation as it hosts a two-day series of events next month in Austin during 2024’s South by Southwest Conference and Festivals.

GSA Certification Programs Grew 18% in 2023, with 91% Retention Rate

February 28, 2024 Global Seafood Alliance

A testament to the industry’s dedication to responsible seafood production and sourcing, the Global Seafood Alliance’s (GSA) third-party certification programs grew 18 percent in 2023, as the year ended with a total of 3,959 certified processing plants (including farmed and wild capture), farms (including fallow), hatcheries and feed mills in 43 countries. The retention rate for the Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) program was 91 percent.

Perdue Farms Welcomes Todd Tillemans as New Chief Commercial Officer to Drive Growth and Innovation

February 28, 2024 Perdue Farms

Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned U.S. food and agricultural products company, today announced Todd Tillemans as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). With a steadfast commitment to delivering excellence in customer service and a focus on providing high quality great tasting innovative products, Tillemans’ appointment signifies Perdue’s dedication to meeting evolving customer and consumer expectations.