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Oradell, NJ
Joined June 2011
Okanagan Specialty Fruits has appointed Paul Carter as head of enterprise strategy as the company enters a new stage of growth following its recent return to founder ownership. Read more on our website!
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DLJ Produce is mourning William (Bill) Matthew Coombs, partner and CEO, who died Oct. 9 following a five-year battle with cancer. Read more on our website.
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Del Rey Avocado has appointed Josh (JT) Estebane as its new sales account manager, with special responsibility for developing the company’s year-round programs. Read more on our website!
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The Produce News retweeted
Register Now for Bridge the Gap Ministries' 3rd Annual Golf Tournament!⛳This is a wonderful opportunity to support their program! btgministries.net/golfreg202… #SEPCCares #TogetherWeGrowHigher
Registration is Open for Bridge the Gap Ministries' 3rd Annual Golf Tournament, held at a new location this year! You don’t wanna miss it! btgministries.net/golfreg202… #SEPCCares #TogetherWeGrowHigher
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The International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce & Floral Show returned to Orlando, FL, in style. See more on our website!
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The Produce News retweeted
🏛️Apply now for our NGLA Class 5!
🚀Nominations are OPEN for Next Generation Leadership Academy Class 5! 📅Deadline: Jan 1st @ 5PM EST 👉🏼View Requirements & Nominate a Leader or Apply Today: form.jotform.com/81834135784… #SEPC #NGLA #Leadership #TogetherWeGrowHigher
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Following IFPA CEO Cathy Burns' rousing state of the industry address in the morning, the produce industry gathered Oct. 14 at the Hilton in Orlando, FL, under a flawless sky to open the 2026 International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce & Floral Show. Read more on our website!
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North Shore Greenhouses LLC announced the appointment of Alex Sanchez as president, bringing more than three decades of agricultural and operational leadership to the grower of the Living Herb brand, North Shore Living Herbs & Greens. Read more on our website!
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The Produce News retweeted
For October, #SEPCCares is proud to spotlight @childrensatl! We are honored to serve as the Title Sponsor for the Strong4Life Superhero Sprint! 🏃‍♀️🍎 Together, we’re helping make kids better today & healthier tomorrow! 🌾💚 👉 Learn more or get involved at choa.org
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Wonderful Pistachios is bringing NFL star Josh Allen’s real-life roots as a pistachio farmer to screens nationwide this football season as it expands its partnership with Allen into its second year. Read more on our website!
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Floral has its own set of challenges right now, from tariffs to getting product where it needs to go. The best place to work through them is in a room with people who understand them at the Global Produce and Floral Show! #GPFS2026 Register now: freshproduce.com/events/the-…
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Uber Technologies Inc. and ezCater Inc. announced that they have entered into an agreement for Uber to acquire ezCater, a leading U.S. platform for catering and workplace meals, in an all-cash transaction valued at $2.3 billion. Read more on our website!
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Behind every avocado is a community! GLC Cerritos is giving right back through the Fair Trade program — launching a new dental clinic at the University of Guadalajara that provides free dental care to farmworkers who need it most. #GLCerritos #Farmworkers #SustainableFarming #FreshProduce
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The Fresh Ideas Showcase spotlights new products and innovations across the expo, for buyers, it's the fastest way to scan what's new without walking every aisle first. Browse what's coming and build it into your planner: 26conv.mapyourshow.com/8_0/e…
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Titan Farms, the largest peach grower on the East Coast, has achieved SQF Quality certification, further demonstrating the company's commitment to maintaining rigorous quality control and assurance practices throughout its operations. Read more on our website!
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The Global Produce & Floral Show brings our whole industry together. On Thurs., Oct. 15, from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. ET, find your community at the Talent, Floral, Food Safety & Advocacy, or Retail Awards Receptions. See you there! 🌱💐🏆
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Albertsons Cos. Inc. announced the appointment of Bill Boltz, Chris Drumgoole and Meg Ham to the company’s board of directors, effective Oct. 14. Read more on our website!
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The International Fresh Produce Association announced that Vonnie Estes, vice president of agfood technology innovation, will retire at the end of 2026. Read more on our website!
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More markets, more buyers, more opportunities 🌎 The retail decision-makers shaping categories and sourcing strategies are heading to #GlobalProduceShow, Oct 14–16 in Orlando. See who's attending 👇 freshproduce.com/events/the-…?
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Bland Farms has named Cyndi Rogers director of marketing, bringing more than 20 years of experience in marketing leadership, customer experience and experiential marketing to the grower, packer and shipper of Vidalia sweet onions. Read more on our website!
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