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“We could not be more pleased that the Mentors’ Committee selected Verne Crookshanks for this recognition and award,” said CFFA President Barry Bedwell. “Verne’s long term commitment and support has been paramount to the successes of the fresh fruit industry and our Association.”
As an active member with the California Fresh Fruit Association, Crookshanks served on its board for 40 years and was board chairman in 1986/87.
Previous recipients of the Lifetime Achievement Award include Sarkis Sarabian of Sarabian Farms, Herbert Kaprielian of CRJ Farming Co. LP, and George Caratan of Anton Caratan & Son and Blanc Vineyards.
