California-based grape and stonefruit breeder and grower Sun World International has recruited David Dever, CEO of Pandol Bros, to its top job.

Dever will become president and CEO while current president and CEO Allen Vangelos will remain on the board after his retirement in the new year.

The firm has also hired New Zealander Garth Swinburn as regional licensing manager for Australia. He replaces Bob Wickson, who has retired.