Wenatchee-based Starr Ranch Growers announced this week a consolidation of its Yakima operations into one office, as well as the growth of its sales team. The new office will be located at 603 North, 39th Ave. and will house the Starr Ranch Growers sales team, the director of business development and quality assurance field inspectors.

Joining the current Starr Ranch sales team will be Shawn Loudon, a 17-year produce industry veteran having most recently managed the Aldi’s and Sam’s Club accounts for Domex.  Randy Eckert, hired in March from Yakima Fresh; and Jason Fonfara, hired in April from First Fruits; are also working out of the Yakima office.

“As we grow, we see the need for a central office in Yakima that will benefit our business overall,” said Brett Reasor, company CEO.  “With the centralized office it will provide a collaborative work environment for our employees along with great service to all of our retailers and packing houses.”

Loudon is married to his wife, Vivian, and the couple have two boys, Jace 14 and Camdon 13. In his spare time  he enjoys running, golf and watching or coaching his kids in sports.

“As we look to continue to expand our core retail business Shawn will be a great asset to the team,” Reasor said.

Family owned Starr Ranch Growers manages more than 13,000 acres of tree fruit orchards and packs in multiple locations across Washington and Oregon.

If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia.com

More From PNW Ag Network