Genecorp Seeds, one of the world's leading suppliers of lettuce seed, is proud to announce the appointment of Jerry Vosti as the new General manager, effective January 1, 2000. Vosti will replace Frank Casillas, who is leaving Genecorp to own and operate Frank Jr. Farms. Casillas will remain with Genecorp Seeds on a consulting basis during the transition.

Jerry Vosti was born and raised in the Soledad Mission area, attended area schools and graduated from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, with a B.S. degree in business. He spent 20 years in sales with Harris Moran Seed Company, and has been with Seed Dynamics as the North American Sales Director since 1995. Vosti's key areas of focus have been the Salinas Valley, Yuma and the Northeastern United States.

"We are excited to have Jerry join us at Genecorp Seeds", said Casillas. "His ties to this area and his broad experience in the seed business make him a natural for this position. Genecorp is poised to supply the lettuce industry with the varieties that will exceed all industry expectations by means of the most technologically advanced research programs, consistent production, and outstanding customer service."

Casillas, who has been in the seed business since 1985, and with Genecorp Seeds since 1994, has purchased Casillas Brothers, Inc. and will be doing business as Frank Jr. Farms. Located in Hollister, California, Frank Jr. Farms is a grower and shipper of onions, green peppers and lettuce. The business was founded by Casillas' grandfather in 1932.

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