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Fresh Del Monte Appoints Dr. Nizar Haddad as Director of Innovation & Business Development

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Key Takeaways:

  • Fresh Del Monte appoints Dr. Nizar Haddad as Director of Innovation and Business Development.
  • Dr. Haddad will also serve as General Manager of De l’Ora Bio, a partnership with Vellsam Materias Bioactivas.
  • De l’Ora Bio recently opened a biofertilizer plant in Kenya utilizing the company’s pineapple byproducts.
  • Dr. Haddad’s role will focus on enhancing Fresh Del Monte’s agricultural practices and sustainability initiatives.

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., a global leader in the production, marketing, and distribution of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, has announced the appointment of Dr. Nizar Haddad as Director of Innovation and Business Development. Dr. Haddad will also take on the role of General Manager at De l’Ora Bio, a pioneering venture led by the company in partnership with Vellsam Materias Bioactivas.

New Leadership for De l’Ora Bio

De l’Ora Bio, which recently launched a state-of-the-art biofertilizer plant in Kenya, is at the forefront of Fresh Del Monte’s sustainability efforts. The facility is designed to maximize the utilization of pineapple byproducts from the company’s operations, converting them into high-quality biofertilizers. Under Dr. Haddad’s leadership, De l’Ora Bio aims to set new industry standards in sustainable agriculture, aligning with the company’s broader goals of reducing waste and improving resource utilization.

Visionary Leadership in Agriculture

“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Haddad to the Fresh Del Monte family. His unparalleled expertise in agricultural innovation and his passion for sustainable development make him a valuable addition to our team,” said Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh, Chairman and CEO of Fresh Del Monte. “Dr. Haddad embodies the innovative spirit that drives our organization, and I believe that under his leadership and with his expertise, we will continue to break new ground in sustainable agriculture.”


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A Comprehensive Look at the 2022 Report (2023/10/18)

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability. One highlight is the launch of Del Monte Zero™ Pineapple, a carbon-neutral product certified by SCS Global Services. The report also details a 26% decrease in emissions and the company’s proactive stance against food waste. The company has focused on renewable energy sources, with 21% of its global electricity consumption coming from renewables in 2022. The company’s sustainability efforts have earned recognition, including being ranked 14th in Newsweek’s America’s Most Trusted Companies of 2023 list.

For more details, the full sustainability report can be found at here.

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