Solu-Cal USA adds territory manager

Murray Wingate of Rochester, New York has joined Solu-Cal USA as a senior territory manager for the company’s line of Enhanced Calcium and Humic Acid soil amendments.

He spent 25 years at Lebanon Seaboard Corporation in roles encompassing sales management, product development, marketing and International business.

“We are thrilled to add Murray to our team and know his industry experience and technical knowledge will be a considerable asset for our customers,” said Solu-Cal president Craig Canning. “His long-term customer relationships will be key in continuing the upward growth of our national and global sales of Solu-Cal and in new product development.” Wingate’s territory will include the Southern United States, Asia, South America, and Caribbean.

Both Solu-Cal and Wingate have been previously connected through work with the national non-profit Project Evergreen, of which Wingate is a board member. They share a passion for supporting industry volunteers on green space renovations and Green Care for Troops initiatives. Solu-Cal donated product to help restore Liberty Island and Ellis Island following Hurricane Sandy, which was facilitated by Project Evergreen. Additionally, he serves as a board member and past president with the Atlantic Seed Association and is a member of Turfgrass Producers International, the Sports Turf Managers Association, and the New York State Turfgrass Association