C.H. Robinson announced today that Arun Rajan will be joining the company as chief product officer, effective Sept. 1. Rajan will report to CEO Bob Biesterfeld and will lead all global product development and innovation across C.H. Robinson’s platforms.  

The Kroger Co. has named Keith Shoemaker as the president of its Dallas division. He succeeds Adam Wampler, who died suddenly earlier this month.

Time to grab a life vest because our inaugural Watercraft Rally has set sail. Whether it’s a race in a speedboat, bringing the beach bums out onto the lake or shredding some waves, produce industry members know how to enjoy life, get out on the water and soak up the sun.

Eric Valenzuela has filled the newly created position of director of food safety at Bobalu LLC. He will focus on grower support, facility safety operations and working with the company’s third-party auditors to optimize food-safety practices throughout the operation.

Valenzuela will also manage the technical and administrative aspects of the food-safety system and serve as the primary point of contact with auditors and customers responding to their food-safety compliance needs.

Stemilt’s A Half Mile Closer to the Moon cherries are set to make their grand return in August. Led by fourth-generation cherry grower Kyle Mathison, these specialty cherries stand out because of unique growing practices, choice of late-season varieties, and a brand vision to lead the cherry season finale with great quality and flavors.