Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. (NYSE: FDP), one of the worldโs leading vertically integrated producers, marketers, and distributors of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, announces today the appointment of Dr. Nizar Haddad as Director of Innovation and Business Development at Fresh Del Monte, and General Manager ofย De lโOra Bio, a Fresh Del Monte-led partnership with Vellsam Materias Bioactivas. De lโOra Bio recently opened a groundbreaking biofertilizer plant in Kenya to maximize the use of Fresh Del Monteโs pineapple byproducts.
Dr. Haddadโs appointment represents a significant step in Fresh Del Monteโs ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and product innovation. Under his leadership, De lโOra Bio will focus on converting pineapple byproducts from Fresh Del Monte’s operations into high-quality biofertilizers, contributing to the companyโs broader goals of reducing waste and improving resource utilization.
In addition to his role at De lโOra Bio, Dr. Haddad will explore new opportunities for Fresh Del Monte to continue evolving its agricultural practices. His aim is to ensure that Fresh Del Monte remains at the forefront of industry innovation, setting new standards for agricultural excellence and operational effectiveness.
โWe 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,โ said Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh, Chairman and CEO of Fresh Del Monte. โDr. 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.โ
Dr. Haddad joins Fresh Del Monte with a distinguished background in the agricultural and scientific communities. As the former Director General of the National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC) in Jordan, he revolutionized the agricultural sector by introducing cutting-edge digitalization and smart solutions. His visionary leadership led to the creation of the region’s first agricultural innovation incubator, the launch of the e-NARC platform, and the establishment of the National Seed Bankโeach initiative a testament to his commitment to advancing agricultural practices for future generations.
In his new role, Dr. Haddad will be at the forefront of Fresh Del Monteโs innovation strategy, ensuring that De lโOra Bio sets new benchmarks in biofertilizer production. His leadership will play a critical role in enhancing the companyโs operational capabilities and fostering innovative practices that align with Fresh Del Monte’s vision of continuous improvement and agricultural excellence.
ABOUT FRESH DEL MONTE
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is one of the worldโs leading vertically integrated producers, marketers, and distributors of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruit and vegetables, as well as a leading producer and distributor of prepared food in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.ย Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc.ย markets its products worldwide under theย DEL MONTEยฎ brand (under license from Del Monte Foods, Inc.), a symbol of product innovation, quality, freshness, and reliability for over 135 years. The company also markets its products under theย MANNโขย brand and other related trademarks.ย Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc.ย is not affiliated with certain other Del Monte companies around the world, including Del Monte Foods, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Del Monte Pacific Limited, Del Monte Canada, or Del Monte Asia Pte. Ltd.ย Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc.ย is the first global marketer of fruits and vegetables to commit to theย โScience Based Targetsโ initiative. In 2022, 2023, and 2024, Fresh Del Monte Produce was ranked as one of โAmericaโs Most Trusted Companiesโ by Newsweekย based on an independent survey rating companies on three different touchpoints, including customer trust, investor trust, and employee trust. The company was also named a Humankind 100 Company for two consecutive years by Humankind Investments, which recognizes companies that substantially impact areas such as access to food and clean water, healthcare, and digital services.ย Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc.ย is traded on the NYSE under the symbol FDP.
