SALINAS, CA – 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.
Hitchcock has been an officer and shareholder since the company’s inception in 1989. As president and chief executive officer, he will provide the vision and management to continue the company’s ambitious growth trajectory. Growers Ron and Ed Panziera will remain shareholders and directors.
Over the past twenty-eight years Jeff has managed the farming and production operations for Boggiatto Produce. He has been the driving force behind innovations in the field and the company’s commitment to quality.
“As we look to the future,” said Hitchcock, “we will continue to innovate in both product development and business practices. For us, Quality to the Core™ is more than a tag line. It’s our commitment to our customers, our employees, our products, and stewardship of our land and the environment.”
Source: Boggiatto Produce, Inc.
