Paul Householder steps down as President and Chief Executive Officer; Paul Brisebois appointed as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer effective immediately

Company Website: https://aggrowth.com
WINNIPEG, Manitoba -- (Business Wire)

Ag Growth International Inc. (TSX: AFN) (“AGI”, the “Company”, “we” or “our”) today announced that Paul Householder has stepped down as President and Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) for personal reasons, effective immediately. Mr. Householder has also resigned from AGI’s Board of Directors.

The Board of Directors has appointed Paul Brisebois, currently AGI’s Senior Vice President of North America Farm and Global Portables, as the Company’s Interim President and CEO, effective immediately. The Board has formed a special committee, consisting of Mr. Halyk, Ms. Ricard, and Mr. Choquette, to oversee a comprehensive search for a permanent President and Chief Executive Officer. To ensure a seamless transition of responsibilities and continuity, Mr. Householder has agreed to remain available to provide transition services to the Company.

AGI thanks Mr. Householder for his contributions and wishes him well in his future endeavours. Mr. Brisebois will work closely with the Board to execute the Company’s business strategy in 2026 until a successor is identified and appointed.

AGI Company Profile
AGI is a provider of the equipment and solutions required to support the efficient storage, transport, and processing of food globally. AGI has manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy and distributes its product worldwide.

Forward-Looking Statements
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Contacts:

For More Information:
Daniel Halyk
Chair of the Board
403-216-3921
investor-relations@aggrowth.com

Source: Ag Growth International Inc.