The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had named Dr. Donna Garren as Director of the Office of Produce Safety within the Human Foods Program’s Office of Microbiological Food Safety, effective June 29, 2026. Garren brings extensive experience in food safety, regulatory affairs and industry collaboration, most recently serving as Executive Vice President of Government Affairs for the American Frozen Food Institute. She has also held leadership roles with NSF International, the Consumer Goods Gorum and the National Restaurant Association.

Western Growers welcomes Donna’s leadership and will continue to work with FDA’s Office of Produce Safety to advance the safety of fresh produce.