Ragan Brooks Honored as 2025 IFPA Produce Manager of the Year
Ragan Brooks, the produce manager at Food City in Abingdon, Virginia, has proudly been named one of the grand-prize winners of the 2025 International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Produce Manager of the Year.
Annual Awards Celebrate Excellence in Produce Management
Each year, the IFPA organizes the prestigious Retail Produce Manager Awards, celebrating the top 20 produce managers in the industry. From this group, five standout individuals are selected for the grand prize, recognizing their exemplary contributions to the field.
Brooks accepted her award at the 2025 IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show held in Anaheim, California.
A Message of Congratulations
“The entire Food City family is very proud of Ragan’s accomplishments, and we would like to congratulate her on this well-deserved honor,” said Joe Greene, Food City’s VP of produce operations.
Greene further emphasized Brooks’ value, stating, “Ragan is a tremendous asset to our company and the community as a whole. She is dedicated to providing our customers with the best service, quality, and variety, while promoting the many health benefits of eating fresh produce.”
Recognizing Excellence
The IFPA celebrates produce managers for their unwavering commitment to enhancing fresh produce sales, innovative merchandising, community involvement, and customer satisfaction. Winners are chosen from a pool of hundreds of nominations.
Brooks stands out for her exceptional leadership, operational proficiency, and an unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Starting her career with the company at age 16, she has gained extensive hands-on experience in various roles, including cashier, dairy helper, meat cutter, and assistant manager.
Leadership and Innovation in the Produce Department
In her current position, Brooks is recognized for her precision and professionalism. She takes immense pride in upholding the highest standards of freshness and visual appeal within the produce department, ensuring customers receive the best quality fruits and vegetables consistently.
Under her leadership, Food City has made remarkable strides in promoting healthier eating habits across the community. Notably, her latest initiative to enhance organic sales has led to an impressive growth of up to 80 percent, and she actively promotes partnerships with local farms to showcase a wider selection of locally-grown produce.
About Food City
Headquartered in Abingdon, Virginia, K-VA-T Food Stores, the parent company of Food City, operates 164 retail outlets throughout southeast Kentucky, southwest Virginia, east Tennessee, north Georgia, and Alabama.
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