Nickerson-Zwaan UK has announced the appointment of Nigel Hodson to its sales team as vegetable seed specialist for the South East and South Coast regions.

Hodson has been involved in the UK vegetable industry for many years and will be take up his position on November 2.

Hodson will be taking over the territory from John De Soyza, who has been appointed as range manager for root crops and field salads.

In a statement, the company said: “We welcome Nigel’s appointment and believe his knowledge and experience of the UK industry will ensure a continuation of the high levels of service to clients in his region.”