Jerry Brown, Sr. (1922-1995), the founder of FFP, had a vision with agriculture as its core. Taking advantage of the opportunities Florida agriculture had to offer, Brown Sr. built a lasting foundation for his sons, Jerry and Tom, to expand.

The brothers are fourth-generation Florida natives, and are thoroughly familiar with the region. Jerry has a BS in Food and Resource Economics from the University of Florida and Tom is a graduate of Florida State University with a BS in Finance. 

Jerry, President/Owner (32 yrs) of Florida Food Products, has been successful in growing the business from a local citrus processor to an international supplier of food and cosmetic ingredients. He is on the Board of Directors Florida Hospital Waterman,and serves as President of the Lake Eustis Foundation. He is a member of International Food Technologists, International Warehouse Logistics Association, and the American Filtration Association.

Tom, Vice-President/Owner Florida Food Products, Inc., has 27 years experience in food, cosmetic, nutraceutical and agricultural ingredient marketing and sales promotion both in US and international markets, and is a member of the International Food Technologists, Society of Cosmetic Chemists and serves on the Board of Directors of the International Aloe Science Council.

Our Celebrated Veterans

Charlie Hamrick, Vice President, is a 47-year veteran instrumental in plant construction and process design. Thank you Charlie.

Carolyn Conant (40 yrs) has been satisfying shipping and receiving requirements with care. Thank you Carolyn.

Keith Burt (22 yrs) Production Manager, Thank You Keith.

Hank Bodden (18 yrs) Product Manager, Thank You Hank.

Millie Fattibene (14 yrs) Marketing Coordinator, Thank You Millie.

Charlie Myers, Jr. (13 yrs) Equipment Operator, Thank You Charlie.

Pete English (36 yrs) Equipment Operator, Pete operates all major pieces of equipment with care. Thank you Pete.

Billy Chavis (34 yrs) Ret., managed plant, vehicle, and grove care equipment under high stress seasonal requirements. Thank you Billy.

Wille Sager (38 yrs) Dec., Grove care Forman, Eustis native and civic leader. Thank you Willie

Frank Roach (36 yrs) Ret., feed mill, plant manager, and scheduling coordinator. Thank you Frank.

Ray Gatch (36 yrs) Dec., farm and grove care manager for Florida and the Caribbean. Thank you Ray.

To the rest of our valued staff

Thank you for 50 years!