Freak Accident Takes Life of Popular Berry Breeder Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 19, 2019 Chad Finn helped develop many of the varieties used in the Pacific Northwest berry industry today. Read More
What You Need To Know about New Final Rule That Protects Farmworkers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 26, 2024
Vegetable Seed Visionary Passes Away at 75 Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 5, 2019 Roger Rupp saw the potential plant breeding and research had in helping growers succeed.
Rick Antle, CEO of Tanimura & Antle, Passes Away Posted by Carol Miller|April 17, 2018 This industry leader leaves a legacy of innovation in production, in business, and in working with employees.
Vestaron CEO John Sorenson Passes Away at 68 Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 13, 2018 Industry fixture planted seeds as an esteemed scientist, business leader, and friend.
Longtime American Fruit Grower Columnist Charlie O’Dell Dies Posted by David Eddy|September 12, 2017 “The Ole Crow,” as he called himself, passed away unexpectedly at home in Virginia at the age of 82.
Florida Citrus Innovator Passes Away at 90 Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 15, 2017 Orie Lee spent half his life cultivating the industry he cared deeply for.
Florida Citrus Community Loses Longtime Leader to Leukemia Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 15, 2017 John Merritt, known as an innovative grower and staunch industry advocate, was 60.
Florida Farming, Sugarcane Pioneer Passes Away At 88 Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 17, 2016 George H. Wedgworth founded and led the Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida for 50 years.
Two Florida Orange Juice Executives Die In Helicopter Crash Posted by Frank Giles|November 19, 2015 The men were on a grove scouting trip in Nicaragua.
Longtime South Florida Tomato Producer Passes At 83 Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 9, 2015 Nathan Esformes, co-founder of Pacific Tomato Growers, succeeded in the agriculture industry for more than 60 years.
Crisafulli Citrus Matriarch Passes Away At 98 Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 5, 2015 Josephine Crisafulli Ramshur spent the majority of her life caring for the groves that carry her family name.
Former Florida Citrus Packers Leader Passes Away Unexpectedly Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 19, 2015 Richard Kinney was a longtime liason and champion for the industry.
Indian River Citrus Icon Passes Away At 95 Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 31, 2014 Dan Richardson was known for making a positive impact in the industry and local community.
Former Harris Seeds Co. CEO, Per Jensen, Passes At 85 Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 21, 2014 A passion for plants defined longtime industry influencer.
Legendary Florida Citrus Grower And Advocate Passes Posted by Frank Giles|October 17, 2014 Joe L. Davis Sr. will be remembered for his straight talk and sage advice.
Produce Industry Giant Passes Away Posted by Rosemary Gordon|June 11, 2014 Jon Vessey, 70, of Vessey and Company in California passes away after a battle with cancer.
Legendary Florida Tomato Grower Passes Away Posted by Frank Giles|May 15, 2014 Dewey Gargiulo, 84, focused on branding high-quality tomatoes.
Longtime University Of Florida Citrus Economist Passes Away Posted by Frank Giles|February 19, 2014 Ron Muraro made his mark helping growers build sound budgets.
In Memoriam: Doyle Conner Left A Lasting Legacy For Florida Agriculture By Adam Putnam|January 27, 2013 In December, our state lost a great Floridian with the passing of Doyle Conner. The youngest Speaker of […]