Cloud-based farm accounting software company Traction Ag has appointed Hannah Parsons as Chief Operating Officer. Parsons is an experienced operator known for building structure around innovation and aligning vision, people, and process to deliver results. At Barn Owl Technologies, she established the systems, teams, and culture that enabled the company’s evolution from an early-stage e-commerce startup to a respected name …
Fusionware Expands Team to Support Produce Industry
Fusionware, the leading cloud-based Digital Operations platform for the fresh produce industry, has responded to record growth and innovation over the past year by announcing several key hires to continue expansion and serve the operational needs of produce growers, packers, and shippers. “As we scale, it’s essential to bring in industry leaders who understand both agriculture and technology. These new …
Arkion Life Sciences Announces Promotions
Arkion Life Sciences announces the promotion of two executives in its EgCel® IgY Technology business unit. Both are key executives within the business unit and will drive adoption and growth of the EgCel portfolio of products (EggTek® and ActivEgg®), pipeline innovations and new services brought to market. Shawn W. Jones, PhD, has been promoted to Director of Innovation & Manufacturing, …
VANE Agricultural Insurance Solutions Appoints CEO
VANE Agricultural Insurance Solutions, a leading provider of custom agricultural insurance, has appointed Clayton Becker as Chief Operating Officer, responsible for overseeing the company’s day-to-day operations, driving business development, and accelerating sales growth while ensuring operational excellence. Becker brings a wealth of experience in agriculture, with over two decades at Syngenta, and most recently, as President of Farmers National, a …
DWFI Executive Director to Retire
The University of Nebraska has initiated a global search for the next Executive Director of the Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute (DWFI). After nearly a decade leading DWFI, Peter McCornick announced he will step down as executive director in August 2025 with plans to transition to a full-time faculty role in UNL’s Department of Biological Systems Engineering. Established in …
Azotic® Technologies Names New CEO
Biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) company Azotic® Technologies Limited has named Sander Pabbruwee as CEO, effective April 1, as the company aims to accelerate its global commercial success. Pabbruwee joins the York, UK-based agritech company from Koppert in the Netherlands, where he was general manager. “Azotic is not only the most cutting-edge business in biological nitrogen fixation, but also one of …
Inspire PR Group Ranked in Top Ag PR Firms
Congrats to Inspire PR Group being named one of the top agriculture PR firms in the country, moving up to rank fourth on the O’Dwyer’s PR News annual list of Top Agricultural PR Firms. “Our client-partners in agriculture lead the way in feeding those across the U.S. and worldwide, and theirs are the stories that must be told,” said Hinda …
Custom Agronomics Names New CEO
Florida-based plant nutrition company Custom Agronomics announces Scott Addy as new chief executive officer. “Retailers are looking for solutions that deliver real value, and the private label products developed by Custom Agronomics are second to none,” Addy said. “The science is incredibly strong, and the company’s advanced technology and manufacturing capabilities set it apart. I’m excited about the opportunity to …
Advanced Agrilytics™ Names Illinois Regional Agronomy Lead
Advanced Agrilytics, a leading agricultural solutions provider, has announced that Chris Kallal is the new Illinois Regional Agronomy Lead for the company. As a Regional Agronomy Lead at Advanced Agrilytics, Kallal plays a pivotal role in guiding and mentoring a team of Precision Agronomists to deliver advanced, data-driven agronomic solutions to farmers. Prior to joining Advanced Agrilytics, Kallal spent 18 …
Vilsack Named CEO of World Food Prize Foundation
He just turned 74 last month, but former Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has a new job already, as CEO of the World Food Prize Foundation, located in Des Moines. Beginning March 1, “Vilsack will leverage his extensive leadership and diplomatic experience to enhance the Foundation’s global impact in food security and sustainable agriculture.” Vilsack’s appointment builds on his longstanding …