New director brings deep agriculture and fertilizer experience to leading growth company BERKELEY, Calif. (Dec. 3, 2024) — Pivot Bio, one of the world’s leading innovative agtech companies, announced today Melih Keyman has been elected to the Pivot Bio Board of Directors, effective Dec. 1. Keyman brings to the company more than 40 years of leading expertise in the global …
Advanced Agrilytics Names Kenny Avery as Chief Executive Officer
[Indianapolis, IN – December 3, 2024] Advanced Agrilytics, a leading agricultural solutions provider, announced today that its Board of Directors appointed Kenny Avery as the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Avery brings a distinguished career of more than 35 years of experience in leadership, operations, and financial management in the agricultural industry to Advanced Agrilytics. He excels in building high-performing …
Ag Secretary Nominee Ready to Make Ag Great Again
After a fake news rumor late Friday naming a former U.S. Senator from Georgia, President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday nominated Texas native Brooke Rollins, president and chief executive officer of the America First Policy Institute, to become the 33rd U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. “As our next Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke will spearhead the effort to protect American Farmers, who are …
Pivot Bio Names Jason Hoag Head of North American Commercial Distribution
Former Bayer Crop Science VP to Lead Growing Sales Channels in North America ST. LOUIS, Missouri, November 20, 2024 – Pivot Bio, one of the world’s leading innovative ag tech companies, today named Jason Hoag head of North American commercial distribution. The role includes development and management of channels and distribution networks, retail expansion and ongoing fostering of commercial partnerships. …
Trump Election Reaction Interview with Kip Tom
Indiana farmer Kip Tom is one of several names being mentioned as possible Secretary of Agriculture in the new Trump Administration. Tom runs a successful international farming operation and served as Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture during President Trump’s previous term. In this interview, Tom talks about his reaction to the Trump victory, what he …
Rivulis Appoints Irrigation Industry Veteran Joshua Dixon as CEO
Dixon to lead Rivulis’ continued growth and international market penetration, as the Company transforms global irrigation to address climate change, water and food security Richard Klapholz to step down in September 2024 after more than a decade of service KFAR SABA, ISRAEL – (July 15, 2024) Rivulis Pte. Ltd. (“Rivulis”), a global leader in advanced irrigation and climate solutions, today …
Huma® Expands Domestic Sales Team and Updates Staff Roles
Agricultural humic solutions leader, Huma®, Inc., has announced new additions to its domestic sales team. Based in Gilbert, AZ, the company, formerly known as Bio Huma Netics®, Inc., continues its global expansion, cementing its position as the leader in the humic industry. The new appointments and updated staff roles are intended to establish key points of contact across geographic locations …
Westway Feed Products President Announces Retirement
Westway Feed Products’ President, Rob Brock, has announced he plans to retire effective December 31, 2024. He will remain in an advisory role for at least one year to support the Westway team. Blaine Blackburn, current Vice President of Sales & Marketing, will assume the role of President effective January 1, 2025. Blaine’s experience with Westway and previous extended tenure …
Taranis Welcomes Jason Minton as Chief Commercial Officer
Former Bayer Lead to Drive U.S. Expansion in AI-Powered Crop Intelligence Westfield, IN, June 13, 2024 — Taranis, the global leader in AI-powered crop intelligence, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jason Minton as its Chief Commercial Officer. With a distinguished career in the agriculture industry, Minton brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving …
MyLand Adds Mike LaMont as Senior Director, Algae Operations & Innovation
June 5, 2024 — Phoenix, Arizona — MyLand, a soil health company, announced that Mike LaMont has joined the company as Senior Director, Algae Operations & Innovation. With nearly three decades of excellence in biotechnology and algae innovation, LaMont will play a pivotal role in enhancing MyLand’s operations. In his role, LaMont will contribute to advancements in algae science that …
MyLand Welcomes Lucy Mailloux as Director, Talent & Human Resources
Nurturing Employee Excellence: Mailloux to Elevate Talent Management and Engagement May 16, 2024 — Phoenix, Arizona — MyLand, a soil health company, today announced that Lucy Mailloux has joined the company’s leadership team as Director, Talent & Human Resources. With over 20 years of experience, Mailloux will oversee human resources initiatives that support the company’s growth and its employees’ professional …
MyLand Welcomes Two New Directors of Grower Relations to Reinforce its Dedication to Exceptional Service
Planting seeds for the future: MyLand expands support for growers in Texas, California, and Washington May 9, 2024 — Phoenix, Arizona — MyLand, a soil health company, today announced it has hired Landon Gheer and Gilbert (Gil) Rodriguez as its new Directors, Grower Relations to enhance the company’s support for its increasing number of growers across Texas, California, and Washington …
Rabo AgriFinance Names John Steeves as Head of Rural Business Economics, North America
Seasoned financial services leader appointed to lead the Rural Management Team CHESTERFIELD, MO (May 6, 2024) – Rabo AgriFinance, a subsidiary of the global food and agriculture bank Rabobank, today announced John Steeves as its new Head of Rural Business Economics, North America, effective May 1, 2024. Steeves, a financial services veteran with more than thirty years of experience, will …
Industry Veteran Chris Turner Joins Pivot Bio as Chief Commercial Officer
Former Head of U.S. Crop Science at Bayer to bring extensive expertise to propel Pivot Bio into next phase of growth. St. Louis, Missouri; Berkeley, California (May 1, 2024) — Pivot Bio, a leading sustainable agriculture company, announced today the appointment of industry veteran Chris Turner as Chief Commercial Officer. In this executive role, Turner will lead the company’s global …
AGTECH PR ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL AGTECH ADVISORY BOARD
All-Woman Board Represents the Impact of Women in Agriculture April 30, 2024, Kansas City, MO – AgTech PR, a global communications firm specializing in agriculture technology, announced today its inaugural Advisory Board composed of leaders driving transformative change in agriculture. Advisors will provide AgTech PR with industry insights and strategic guidance to help advance the organization’s purpose. “When I founded …