Christina Herrick is an award-winning journalist and editor, currently serving as the Produce Editor at The Packer, a leading publication in the fresh produce industry. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Christina joined The Packer in November 2023, where she covers a wide array of topics, including market trends, technological advancements, sustainability, and labor issues affecting the fruit and vegetable sector. She is also the host of The Packer Podcast, engaging industry leaders and providing insights into produce market developments. Before her current role, Christina built a distinguished career in agricultural and green industry journalism. She was the Senior Editor for American Fruit Grower and Western Fruit Grower magazines at Meister Media Worldwide, where she spotlighted grower innovations, crop management best practices and the integration of ag tech in fruit production. Christina later joined North Coast Media as Editor for Landscape Management and Golfdom magazines. During her tenure in the green industry, she garnered significant recognition from the Turf & Ornamental Communicators Association for her writing. Outside of work, she is a proud 4-H alumna, Cleveland baseball fan, marathon runner, and farm dog enthusiast. She is active on social media, sharing news and perspectives on the fresh produce industry.