Farm Products · Consumer Defensive
CFO
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Get VFF alertsStephen Ruffini is recorded as CFO at Village Farms International, Inc. (VFF). The newest filing on record that lists Stephen Ruffini as CFO at Village Farms International, Inc. (VFF) is dated April 29, 2026. The proxy statement of Village Farms International, Inc. reports total compensation of $1,339,463 for Stephen Ruffini in fiscal 2025, including a base salary of $549,449. Disclosed compensation is on record for 6 fiscal years. Stephen Ruffini has spoken on 16 earnings calls across 1 company, most recently for Village Farms International, Inc. on March 13, 2025. Village Farms International, Inc. is classified in the Farm Products industry within the Consumer Defensive sector. Other leadership on record at Village Farms International, Inc. includes Michael DeGiglio (CEO and Board Member), John R. McLernon (Chairman), Hamid Shekarchi (CFO) and 7 others.
“Starting with our consolidated results, as Mike noted, excluding the inventory impairment in Canadian cannabis at year end, Q4 was one of our strongest quarters in recent years.”
“Total sales grew 20% year-over-year to $83.4 million with strong top-line growth in both Canadian cannabis and fresh produce. Net loss narrowed to CAD 800,000 or CAD 0.01 per share from a CAD 1.3 million loss last year, notably with positive net income contributions from both Canadian cannabis and Fresh Produce.”
“The branded gross margin, 28% was lower due to the higher, as I said, the higher percentage of value brand. We still support the range and guidance of 30% to 40%.”
“Starting with the consolidated numbers for Q4, sales were up 7% to $74.2 million. Net loss narrowed to negative $22.5 million or $0.20 per share, a $27 million improvement from last year.”
“This quarter, I want to begin by reviewing our significantly improved profitability that Mike discussed earlier. Consolidated net loss for the quarter improved to $1.4 million, a loss of $0.01 per share compared to the net loss of $36.6 million or $0.41 per share in Q2 of last year.”
Start not stated–present
Last confirmed April 29, 2026
Start not stated–2025-05-12
Last confirmed by a filing; no departure on record
Farm Products · Consumer Defensive
CFO
Compensation components disclosed in company proxy statements. Amounts are nominal USD; total is the company-reported figure.
| Fiscal year | Company | Role | Salary | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Village Farms International, Inc. (VFF) | Chief Financial Officer | $549,449 | $1,339,463 |
| 2024 | Village Farms International, Inc. (VFF) | Chief Financial Officer | $540,091 | $801,382 |
| 2022 | Village Farms International, Inc. (VFF) | Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | $440,000 | $505,250 |
| 2021 | Village Farms International, Inc. (VFF) | Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | $440,000 | $1,181,661 |
| 2020 | Village Farms International, Inc. (VFF) | Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | $402,500 | $2,495,357 |
| 2019 | Village Farms International, Inc. (VFF) | Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | $402,500 | $1,766,014 |