McClurg To Leave New York Apple Association

FISHERS, N.Y. – The New York Apple Association today announced that David McClurg, the longtime vice-president of marketing for the association, will be leaving the organization this month.

McClurg will be taking a management position with IFCO Systems, which operates a pool of more than 125 million RPCs (Reusable Plastic Containers) to transport fresh produce from producers to leading grocery retailers.

McClurg joined the Apple Association in 2001. During his tenure he helped expand retail markets, made tremendous inroads in the food service area and opened up new avenues to include more New York apples in more New York State schools.

"Dave has been an excellent Apple Ambassador of New York State apples, and has gained the respect of his colleagues throughout the industry," said Jim Allen, President of the New York Apple Association. "His service and dedication will be missed."

The Apple Association, which represents the state's 695 apple growers, will be conducting a search in the coming months for a replacement.

About the New York Apple Association:

Based in Fishers, N.Y., the NYAA is the nonprofit agricultural trade association representing the commercial apple growers in New York which consists of 695 orchards around the state growing apples on more than 45,000 acres and a 30 million bushel crop for 2011. It supports profitable growing and marketing of New York apples through increasing demand for apples and apple products; representing the industry at state and federal levels and serving as the primary information source on New York apple related matters.

Source: New York Apple Association