Sean Davenport has been added to HZPC Americas Corp.’s team working in North America as a Business Development Manager.

Davenport brings years of experience in the fresh potato marketing industry and a rich history of a deeply entrenched potato family to the HZPC Americas team. As the marketing manager for Potandon Produce most recently, Davenport had the chance to interact with numerous people along the potato value chain.

Davenport will continue HZPC America Corp.’s goal of differentiating potatoes in North America as a business development manager by using his prior connections in the fresh potato and onion industries. Furthermore, Potato Glory, a brand owned by HZPC that aims to inspire people along the value chain, will receive assistance from Davenport.

“I am excited for the diverse background Sean will bring to this role. His strong ties to the potato industry combined with his robust university experience will assist us in bringing our world-class research and genetics to the entire potato value chain,” Aron Derbidge, HZPC Americas Corp. President, said.

The Royal HZPC Group is a global market leader in potato breeding, seed potato trading, and potato product concept development, helping companies with the latest innovations in potato varieties and know-how. The HZPC Americas Corp. team works with value chain partners to develop and deliver innovative products and services.

HZPC recently became the only seed breeding company in The Netherlands to achieve Royal status. This designation, granted by the monarch of The Netherlands, is given to industry leaders with more than 100 years of impacting their industry. The company is now known as the Royal HZPC Group in recognition of the company’s 125 years of excellence in being a world-class potato breeding company.

The Royal HZPC Group is a potato breeder, seed potato trader, and potato product concept developer. HZPC Americas Corp, the North American arm of the Royal HZPC Group, works with potato growers and seed dealers as well packagers, processors and distributors, marketers, and industry partners to provide industry-leading genetics and supporting services.