Longtime Driscoll’s board member Neil P. DeFeo has retired after 27 years of distinguished service. In his place, the company welcomed Berry Marttin, a globally respected agricultural finance leader, to its board of directors.

DeFeo joined the Board in 1998 and served as a trusted strategic partner to leadership during a pivotal era of growth. His tenure aligned with Driscoll’s global expansion under J. Miles Reiter, who became chairman in 1988 and served as CEO 2000–15 and again 2018–24. Now executive chairman, Reiter has helped guide Driscoll’s transformation from a regional business to a

Jack Hyman, a beloved industry leader and pioneer in the potato sector, died Sunday, May 4 at the age of 91, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy spanning more than six decades.

Mr. Hyman devoted his life to the produce industry, shaping not only the future of Bushwick Commission but also setting a high bar across the category. As president of Bushwick Commission, Mr. Hyman’s vision and leadership helped grow the company into one of the most respected potato suppliers in the nation. His deep-rooted commitment to quality was evident in every aspect of the business, from cultivating premium

Dollar Tree Inc. Chief Supply Chain Officer Mike Kindy announced his retirement; Roxanne Weng will succeed him in the role.

Kindy joined the company in May 2023 and played an integral role in advancing the company’s supply chain initiatives.

“Mike has been a driving force in retail supply chain for more than 35 years, and we’ve been fortunate to benefit from his deep expertise and steady leadership,” said Mike Creedon, CEO of Dollar Tree. “From overseeing complex distribution networks to modernizing our supply chain strategy, his contributions have been instrumental in positioning our

Baloian Farms, a grower, packer and distributor of premium-quality fresh produce, promoted Jeremy Lane to senior vice president of sales and marketing.

Lane has been a part of the Baloian Family for over 26 years. He has worked in all company divisions, from quality control to shipping, transportation logistics, field operations and sales. Lane has served as sales manager for the past 10 years, where he was responsible for developing and executing the company's sales and marketing goals, managing commodities and overseeing the in-house transportation logistics and quality control departments

Associated Grocers Inc., a leading grocery wholesaler known for its commitment to quality products, competitive pricing and unparalleled service, has announced the appointment of David Politz as its new president and CEO. Politz’s appointment comes after a brief tenure as the company’s interim president and coincides with the company’s upcoming 75th anniversary.

“The Associated Grocers board of directors is excited to appoint David Politz as our new president and CEO,” said Daphne Lamendola, board chair. “His unwavering dedication, strategic vision, and forward-thinking leadership will

The Controlled Environment Agriculture Alliance has announced its new officers and members of its Board of Directors for 2025.

Taking on the role of board chair is Steve Campione, chief financial officer of BrightFarms, formerly vice chair of the board. Campione has served as CFO of BrightFarms for over seven years, where he is the principal architect behind the company’s strategy to develop highly automated, large-scale regional greenhouses across the Midwest, Southeast and Texas. Before joining BrightFarms, Campione spent nearly nine years as CFO and chief operating officer of Rural Media