BAKERSFIELD, CA - Produce veteran Alex Sanchez has been promoted to General Manager of Organic Harvesting for Grimmway Farms.

"We are pleased to have Alex assume the role of General Manager of Organic Harvesting. His years of experience as a Ranch Manager, growing each of the items we harvest, are invaluable,” Jeff Huckaby, Executive Vice President of Grimmway, said, according to a press release.

A family-style farming company, Grimmway Farms is rooted into Bakersfield agriculture. To learn more, watch the short video below:

Sanchez brings much to his newest position with the family-oriented company, including 21 years of experience in the vegetable industry and a Bachelor of Science in Crop Production from the University of Arizona.

“We feel that with his strong farming knowledge he will be able to take us to a new level as we continue to grow our business," Huckaby added.

Nine of those 21 years have been spent with Grimmway, working key roles as its Organic Ranch Manager in both the Coachella and Imperial alleys, overseeing more than 6,500 organic acres. According to the company, this responsibility included being responsible for growing each and every vegetable of the 60+ Cal- Organic line-up.

Sanchez is also an active Director with the Riverside County Farm Bureau, and has previously worked for Ocean Mist Farms’ sister company Desert Mist Farms, in the role of Farming Manager.

With a wealth of knowledge and experience to bring to this position, the company expressed great confidence for this new chapter in Sanchez’ career with the Grimmway team.

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