Hass Avocado Board names 2018 executive committee and board members

MISSION VIEJO – The Hass Avocado Board (HAB) announced its annual passing of the baton with the election of a new executive committee, including a new chairman, after the Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) Sonny Perdue's appointment of new board members to the HAB Dec. 6.

Chairman Chris Henry from Del Monte Fresh Produce is stepping down after two years of service in this role, and will be replaced by Scott Bauwens, a California producer of Hass avocados from Paradise Grove.

HAB is grateful for the service and commitment of outgoing chairman Henry for his outstanding leadership and dedication ove...