Rick Burnes has been named president at Sunridge Nurseries, Inc., North America’s largest exclusively grapevine nursery, in Bakersfield, Calif. He brings more than 25 years of experience to the company and has spent his professional career working with some of the leading local agricultural companies in Kern County (where Sunridge is located).

Sunridge Nurseries was founded in 1977 by Glen and Terrie Stoller, and it remains a family-owned corporation. “We’re very confident in Rick’s ability to convey his leadership skills to manage and grow inspiring teams as we continue to accelerate growth,” said Glen Stoller, who will transition to serve as an advisor to Burnes on key strategic initiatives. “Rick has an impressive record of motivating good people and a history of effective strategic planning. His wealth of experience in agricultural business management will be a great asset to our rapidly expanding business.”