Press Releases

Russell Hamlin, PhD, will advise on Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Issues Bakersfield, CA, November 14, 2024 – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced the appointment of Russell Hamlin, PhD, Grimmway’s President of Farming Operations, to its Farm, Ranch and Rural Communities Federal Advisory Committee (FRRCC). Hamlin joins 17 other new members named by […]

Industry Veteran Peter Vitarisi Assumes Global Role for Human Resources Management and Corporate Social Responsibility Bakersfield, CA, October 1, 2024: Sara Oliver has officially stepped down from her leadership role as Chief People Officer (CPO) at Grimmway Farms after more than 30 years of service with the global produce leader. During her long and distinguished […]

A BABY WITH SO MUCH TO LOVE! BAKERSFIELD, CA, August 20, 2024: Grimmway Farms, a global leader in fresh produce, is promoting the health and nutritional benefits of baby carrots in a nationwide campaign targeting grocery retailers and shoppers. The I Love Baby Carrots campaign runs through October and tells the multi-faceted story of baby […]

The Recipients of the Grimmway Farms Scholarship Program received their awards during a ceremony at the annual company picnic. BAKERSFIELD, CA — On Sunday, April 7th, Grimmway Farms President and CEO, Jeff Huckaby, announced the recipients of the 2024 Grimmway Farms Scholarship Program. This annual program acknowledges the outstanding academic achievements of students whose parents […]

Selection of Fresh Cal-Organic Fruits and Vegetables to be Featured all Summer Long TEHACHAPI, CA, MAY 31, 2024⎯Grimmway Farms is excited to announce that its popular Cal-Organic Produce Stand in the Tehachapi-Cummings Valley will be open to customers on June 1, just in time for summer. This long-standing tradition brings the freshness of the farm […]

Global Fresh Produce Leader Poised to Expand Fresh Cut Business Bakersfield, CA, April 26, 2024 – Grimmway Farms, a global leader in fresh produce, today announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase the assets of Oxnard-based San Miguel Produce, Inc. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Grimmway’s strategic expansion efforts and underscores […]

BAKERSFIELD, CA, February 6, 2024 – Grimmway Farms, a global leader in fresh produce, is delighted to announce the promotion of Eric Proffitt to Executive Vice President. In his new position, Proffitt will play a pivotal role in steering the company toward continued success, building on his experience and dedication to the agricultural industry. “Eric […]

     BAKERSFIELD, CA, December 19, 2023—In furthering its commitment to support local communities and organizations in the regions where its family of employees live and work, Grimmway Farms today announced more than $250,000 in direct charitable contributions through its 2023 sponsorship and philanthropic initiatives. From organizing food drives and making donations of fresh healthy […]

BAKERSFIELD, CA, August 29, 2023— Grimmway Farms and Cal-Organic Farms are excited to announce that they have received the Albertsons 2023 Produce Supplier of the Year Award. The award was presented on August 22 at the Annual Meeting of Albertsons Companies Suppliers held in Boise, Idaho. This recognition stands as a testament to Grimmway Farms […]

Selection of Fresh Cal-Organic Fruits and Vegetables to be Featured all Summer Long TEHACHAPI, CA, JUNE 26, 2023 – Grimmway Farms is excited to announce that its popular Cal-Organic Produce Stand in the Tehachapi-Cummings Valley is already open and welcoming customers. With summer in full swing, locals and tourists can now enjoy the freshness and quality of the […]