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 …
Land O’Lakes CEO Beth Ford featured in TIME100 list of the 100 most influential people in the world
Land O’Lakes CEO Beth Ford featured in TIME100 list of the 100 most influential people in the world Arden Hills, Minn. (April 17, 2024) — Today, TIME named Beth Ford, Land O’Lakes, Inc. President and CEO, to the 2024 TIME100, its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. The list recognizes the impact, innovation and achievement …
MyLand Welcomes Nicole Small as Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications
Phoenix, AZ – April 4, 2024 — MyLand, a soil health company, announced that Nicole Small has joined the team as Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications to assist in positioning the company as the leader in service-based soil health and to oversee marketing initiatives that support MyLand’s rapid growth. Charged with driving comprehensive marketing campaigns, Small will lead efforts to …
Lyndon Smith Named Chairman of the TFI Biostimulant Council
GILBERT, Ariz., March 26, 2024 – Huma® proudly announces the appointment of Lyndon W. Smith as the new Chairman of The Fertilizer Institute’s Biostimulant Council, effective January 1, 2024. Bringing decades of industry expertise and a profound understanding of the fertilizer and biostimulant sector, Smith is set to lead the council toward new heights. Smith, who plays a pivotal role …
MyLand Introduces Dave Booher as Senior Vice President of Sales to Drive the Company’s Growth and Deliver Exceptional Service to Growers
MyLand, a soil health company, announced that Dave Booher has joined the company’s leadership team as Senior Vice President of Sales. With more than three decades of agriculture and food experience, Booher will spearhead the company’s growth while positioning MyLand as the preeminent soil health company worldwide. In his role, Booher will lead and scale the company’s Sales and Grower …
MyLand Welcomes Kelsey Neppel as Director, Ag Science to Lead Research and Development
Harvesting Excellence: MyLand Appoints Agronomist and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) to Further Agricultural Research and Support Grower Success January 23, 2024 – Phoenix, AZ — MyLand, a soil health company, announced today that Kelsey Neppel has joined the company’s leadership team as Director of Ag Science to lead MyLand’s Agricultural Science research and development efforts. In her new role, Neppel …
North America-based RaboResearch Team Expanding
RaboResearch appoints four highly accomplished research analysts to serve Rabobank and Rabo AgriFinance clients CHESTERFIELD, MO (January 17, 2024) – Rabo AgriFinance, a subsidiary of Rabobank, a leading global food and agribusiness bank, announces the expansion and strengthening of the RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness (F&A) team in North America by welcoming Chase Beisly, Eric Gibson, Charlotte Talbott, and Matt Lewis …
MyLand Promotes Greg Selby to Senior Grower Support & Education Strategist
Growing with purpose: Selby to amplify MyLand’s impact on growers’ soil health and ROI through analytical excellence and education Phoenix, AZ – MyLand, a soil health company, today announced the promotion of Greg Selby to Senior Grower Support & Education Strategist. This promotion reflects Selby’s outstanding contributions to the company and exemplifies MyLand’s commitment to the growth and development of …
Amy Rial Honored as Fruit & Vegetable 40 Under 40 Class of 2023
MyLand CCA and Agronomist recognized for commitment to improved soil health and dedication to supporting MyLand’s growers. Phoenix, AZ — MyLand, a soil health company, announced today that Amy Rial, Senior Manager, Agriculture Research, was named to the Fruit + Vegetable 40 Under 40 class of 2023. The award honors 40 outstanding individuals who exemplify leadership, innovative thinking, and commitment …