CHICAGO, IL - Adding more than two decades of beneficial expertise to its team, Hazel Technologies announced Tyson Cutforth as its newest Business Development Manager - Pacific Northwest. He offers experience in ag tech and industrial equipment sales to the solutions provider and will use it to continue strengthening the company’s presence in the region.

“My entire life is rooted in the agricultural industry,” said Cutforth. “I know what is needed in successful tech for farmers, and I’m extremely impressed by Hazel’s suite of solutions. I look forward to sharing with growers, packers, shippers, and retailers in my region what Hazel has to offer.”

At Hazel, Cutforth will assist in identifying and expanding current and future market opportunities in the Pacific Northwest, a release explained.

Prior to his new role, Cutforth assisted growers, packers, and shippers in the Pacific Northwest with their postharvest programs. Before that, he spent seven years at Aweta Americas holding positions ranging from Sales Manager to Director of the Northwest and East Coast regions of the United States.

Cutforth’s family has farmed for decades at Callahan Farms, where he worked on and off for 15 years as a Farm Foreman. He also oversaw Starr Ranch Growers’ apple and cherry packaging plant, managing more than 1,200 employees during the growing season as the Production Manager. His time in the field has made him knowledgeable in the sizing, grading, and defects of a range of produce including apples, cherries, pears, and tomatoes.

“Tyson’s track record for bringing valuable, competitive solutions to the industry make him an asset here at Hazel,” said Mario Cervantes, Director of Business Development, in relation to Cutforth’s appointment. “His postharvest knowledge and industry relationships in the Pacific Northwest will strengthen Hazel’s presence in the region.”

Best of luck to Tyson Cutforth as he uses his industry knowledge to help Hazel Tech continue to grow!

Hazel Technologies