Richmond, BC potato and vegetable farmer Bill Zylmans was recognized for Excellence in Agriculture Leadership at the BC Agri-Food Industry Gala held virtually on March 30.
- The Ontario Fruit & Vegetable Growers’ Association has elected an apple and blueberry grower to helm the horticultural group.
- The Georgian Bay area grower is honoured for his lifelong commitment to apple growing. He and his wife Karen operate a high-density orchard near Clarksburg, Ontario.
- The British Columbia Fruit Growers’ Association has elected Peter Simonsen as its new president. He’s been on the board since 2009.
- The Ontario Produce Marketing Association welcomes a new president. Stephen Reid starts February 28, 2022.