ZAG Technical Services announced the promotion of Eric Regnier to the role of president. This strategic move underscores ZAG's commitment to enhancing its executive team in support of the agriculture industry, reinforcing its position as a leader in providing managed IT, cybersecurity, and data solutions tailored specifically for agribusiness.

Regnier, formerly the vice president of operations and key member of ZAG’s leadership team, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. His background includes service as a U.S. Navy submarine officer, and he holds master’s degrees in technology

Fyffes has appointed Frank Burkhardt chief commercial officer to oversee an ambitious growth strategy, which includes the promotion of a new sustainable brand proposition, Trudi’s, and a focus on delivering against the company vision — Shaping Wellbeing for the World — over the coming years.

After undergoing a significant transformation program over the last three years and the appointment of a new CEO and executive leadership team, Fyffes has developed an ambitious growth strategy. This strategy aims to diversify its portfolio to better meet the needs of both retailers and consumers, while

Jeff Correa has been appointed manager of the Fresh Pear Committee of Federal Marketing Order 927.

Correa will continue in his current role as director of international marketing at Pear Bureau Northwest as he takes over the duties as manager of the FPC from Kevin Moffitt, who has held the position since 2001. Moffitt will be moving into a mentoring role at PBNW for the upcoming year, which begins July 1.

“I am excited to be able to serve the industry in a new capacity as the manager of the Fresh Pear Committee as well as continuing my work as the international marketing director for the

Markon established a new regional buyer position on the East Coast with the addition of Anthony Easterling. The company said this strategic move underscores its commitment to providing unparalleled support to its five independent member-distributor companies through enhanced purchasing expertise.

With growing demand for local produce in the foodservice industry and evolving operator needs, Markon has recognized the importance of having a dedicated presence beyond the West Coast. The introduction of this position will strengthen Markon’s ability to ensure the timely and seamless procurement of

The New England Produce Council Inc. announced that Tom Murray, the president of its board of directors, will be retiring effective Sept. 1. Murray has been a pivotal figure in the council's growth and success over the past four years as president and prior to that as a board member for 13 years, totaling 17 years of esteemed service to the NEPC.

During his illustrious tenure, Murray has played a crucial role in guiding NEPC through numerous milestones, including dealing with COVID-19 and the subsequent restrictions of in-person events, and then building back events in the post-COVID period

AgroFresh Solutions recently named Kent Shoemaker to its board of directors and appointed him chairman of the board.

“As we continue to expand our products and services for additional crops, we remain committed to helping our customers meet their post-harvest challenges at every step in the fresh produce supply chain,” said Clint Lewis, CEO of AgroFresh.

“We are excited to welcome a leader like Kent who has walked in our customers’ shoes and has been a successful business leader with direct experiences in produce production and managing risk along the supply chain as produce travels from