Alan C. Ahmer, has advised Calavo Growers, Inc. of his intention to retire as the company's Vice President of Foods Division Sales and Operations effective February 2nd, 2017. Effective January 12, 2017, Ron Araiza was hired to assume the role of Vice President of Foods Division Sales and Operations. Mr. Araiza has approximately twenty years of experience as a Vice President at Mission Produce and Del Rey Avocado.