Potandon Produce Taps Industry Veteran Mike Behrendt to Drive Procurement Growth
August 27, 2025 | 2 min to read
Potandon Produce LLC appointed Mike Behrendt as Regional Director of Product Procurement, enhancing its grower relationships. With extensive experience from Grimmway Farms and other industry leaders, Behrendt aims to implement procurement strategies and fortify partnerships to ensure high-quality potatoes and onions for retail partners. CEO David Lawrence expressed confidence that Behrendt’s expertise will drive innovation and deliver increased value to both growers and retailers. Potandon produces under the brands Green Giant® Fresh and Klondike®.
Potandon strengthens its grower relationships under new leadership
Idaho Falls, ID — Potandon Produce LLC has appointed seasoned produce executive Mike Behrendt as Regional Director of Product Procurement, based in Pendleton, Indiana.
Behrendt brings decades of leadership across the produce industry, most recently serving in senior roles at Grimmway Farms, including Vice President of Secondary Crops, General Manager of Grower Relations (potatoes), and Vice President of Potato Operations. He has also held leadership positions at Tasteful Selections and Black Gold Farms, building strong relationships across both grower and procurement communities.
In his new role at Potandon, Behrendt will lead regional procurement strategies, strengthen grower partnerships, and support the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality potatoes and onions to retail partners nationwide.
“Mike’s deep industry expertise and proven leadership will help us expand our reach, innovate in procurement, and deliver even greater value to our growers and retail partners,” said David Lawrence, CEO of Potandon Produce. “We are thrilled to welcome him to our growing Potandon team.”
About Potandon Produce LLC
Headquartered in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Potandon Produce is the largest marketer of fresh potatoes in North America and a leading distributor of onions. With a strong network of growers and an unwavering focus on quality, innovation, and customer service, Potandon proudly markets produce under the Green Giant® Fresh and Klondike® brands, delivering consistent excellence to retailers and consumers. Visit www.greengiantfreshpotatoes.com for more information.