Podcast
Matthew Aronson, chief revenue officer at Verdant Technologies, shares how the company deploys 1-MCP in a new way to offer better produce to retailers and reduce the use of ice in shipping.
Lucelena Angarita, director of food supply chain visibility at GS1 US, shares why it’s never too early to start preparing for the Food Traceability Final Rule going into effect January 2026.
In this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode, third-generation pistachio grower and HotSpot Ag President James Nichols shares how data and innovative technology can help deploy water where its most needed.
Joelle Mosso, associate vice president of science programs for Western Growers, talks about the conflicting needs of sustainability and food safety in fresh produce in this episode of the “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast.
Kevin Moffitt will retire this year from the nonprofit marketing agency. In this “Tip of the Iceberg” episode, he shares highlights of his 35 years, what the future holds for pears and more.
Chris Pawelski, a fourth-generation farmer, returns to the “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast to discuss the importance of advocacy, how growers can get started and more.
In this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode, RPE’s Stephanie Teclaw discusses how an Equitable Food Initiative course provided the resources and framework to analyze the company’s current sustainability state.
Cristie Mather, vice president of food at Curious Plot, shares insights learned from the company’s 2024 Consumer Curiosity Report and how retailers can use that intel to tap into new opportunities.
“I did not expect this path for my life,” said Evan Ehlers, founder of Sharing Excess on this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode.
Who is the man behind PMG’s 2023 Produce Retailer of the Year Award? Find out in this raw, uncut interview on the “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast.
What tech skills do job seekers need to thrive in their search? Rex Lawrence of produce job search firm Joe Produce answers that question and more in this ZAG Tech-partnered “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast.
As produce business transactions become more and more digital, Greg Gatzke, founder and chairman of ZAG Technical Services, discusses susceptibilities, what to look out for and how to prevent loss.
Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt Growers, joins LeAnne Ruzzamenti, director of marketing and communication for the Equitable Food Initiative, to share ways to celebrate the vital role of farmworkers.
In this podcast episode, Mike Hemman, senior vice president of the North America Division for Netafim, highlights innovative ways the company incorporates recycling into its drip irrigation products.
Possible tax changes on the table in Washington are causing angst in agriculture. Secretary Vilsack says the proposed changes won’t impact 98% of family farms, but another analysis contradicts those claims.
In this week’s podcast episode, we wonder, why don’t produce brands use holiday packaging like other consumer packaged goods do?
Listen to Episode 69, featuring two new editors at The Packer and PMG, discussion about the coming GOPEX show in Florida and retail shortages.
How does Ashley Tyrner, CEO of Farmbox Direct and FarmboxRx, think healthcare will be revolutionized? Listen to the podcast to find out.
Who is Dole working with for an artificial intelligence-powered quality control software solution and how can it affect how retailers handle their produce transactions?
Fresh carrots have been a mainstay at retail: They’re grown year-round, have a relatively low sticker price, are familiar and hardy for shipping.
We talk with John Purcell, president and CEO of Unfold, a seed genetics company launched in 2020 to help specifically vertical indoor farms.
PMG staff members discuss: How has the produce industry affected your lifestyle, off the clock?
Learn how — and why — to use social media wisely for your produce business, as a retailer or supplier.
We’ve wondered how those ultra-rapid grocery delivery services actually work. Maybe you have too. Listen to this podcast episode of “Tip of the Iceberg” to learn from someone on the inside.
How do you convince mushroom haters to no longer hate?
When someone pivotal to the fresh produce industry — as Tom Stenzel is — retires, the industry notices.
Jeana Cadby, director of environment and climate for Western Growers, talks about a working group addressing the changing produce packaging requirements imposed by governments and retailers.