Philip Stanaland: Philip is the farm manager at Wishnatzki Farm's G&D operation. G&D is located in Duette, Florida which is roughly 30 miles south of Plant City. G&D grows assorted vegetables along with strawberries. Philip has a great deal of growing experience and is an avid pilot.

Raymond Hancock: Raymond Hancock is one of Wishnatzki Farms blueberry growers. He has been growing for Wishnatzki Farms since 1996. In this video he talks a little about the blueberry industry.

Carl Grooms: Carl Grooms has been growing strawberries for over 30 years. His father owned a 40 acre pepper and eggplant farm that Carl would help him with growing up. Carl’s father planted a small strawberry crop adjacent to his vegetable crop that Carl remembers picking as a kid. After high school he went to work for a large local grower for a couple of years and realized that he wanted to run his own farm. He planted his first crop in 1974 and he has never looked back. Grooms’ farm business has become a family affair. His two brothers and wife are all active members of the operation and have helped with its success.

Carl Grooms in the News

• Carl Grooms Doesn't Like Snow (The Ledger, 2/2/1977)
• Giant strawberry marks Florida strawberry grower’s birthday (The Packer, 9/27/2009)

Allen Williford: is in charge of organic production for Wishnatzki Farms. He manages Clear Choice Organics which is located in Thonotosassa, Fl. Allen also consults other Wishnatzki growers on organic methods. Below is a video of Allen at Clear Choice Organics.