Patrick O’Neil is the new executive director, bringing 25 years of experience from Ontario Pork.
- Greg Palmer joins the Canadian Produce Marketing Association as vice-president of trade and market development. His appointment is effective July 15.
- The 2024 inductees selected for Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame are Dr. Bruce Coulman, Dr. Michael Eskin, Paul Larmer and Dr. Charles Vincent. They will be inducted on November 2 at a ceremony at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.
- The Ontario Produce Marketing Association appoints Amanda Knauff, Taylor Farms, as the 2024 chair of the board. She looks forward to encouraging diversity in the sector.
- The University of Guelph formally appoints Rene Van Acker vice-president Research and Innovation. The Office of Research oversees $186 million in research funding.