Erick Padilla

Tomatoes Head Grower at Wholesum

Erick Padilla has extensive work experience in the agriculture industry. Erick started their career at GRUPO AGRÍCOLA REYES DEL PACIFICO, S. P.R. DE R.L. in 2007, where they worked as a Production Manager until 2008. Erick then joined Wholesum in 2008 as a Greenhouse Supervisor, before moving up to the role of Grower in 2010. Erick's most recent role at Wholesum is as the Tomatoes Head Grower, a position they have held since January 2020.

Erick Padilla completed their primary and secondary education at Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, where they pursued Agricultural High School between 2000 and 2003. Later, they continued their studies at the same institution and earned a degree in Agricultural Engineering, specializing in Agricultural Parasitology, from 2003 to 2007.

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Sonora, Mexico

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Wholesum

Wholesum is a leading grower and shipper of 100% organic, Fair Trade Certified fresh produce. The third-generation family farming operation is based in Amado, Arizona with family farms in the US and Mexico. With over 90 years of farming experience, Wholesum has been dedicated to creating a more noble food system that puts people and the planet first through responsible sourcing, equitable labor practices and environmental protection. Through deep industry knowledge and innovation, Wholesum uses site-specific solutions including high-tech greenhouse and open field production to bring to market healthy, flavorful and high-quality produce year-round to retailers nationwide. Our Purpose: Nourish a healthy world Our Vision: Lead production of responsibly grown organic food that shows value to all. Our Mission: Beat conventional through responsible practices for the wellbeing of our community. Our Values: Integrity, Responsible Growing, Problem Solvers, People on the Move Our produce is Grown for Good; Good Health, Good Flavor and the Good Livelihood of people and the planet!