100 episodes

Tip of the Iceberg features conversations between members of the fresh produce industry and the editors of trade publications The Packer and PMG. Topics will include current events and provide insight into the opportunities and challenges for different segments of the industry today, including growers, marketers, wholesalers, foodservice operators, retailers and more.

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast PMG

    • Business
    • 4.1 • 10 Ratings

Tip of the Iceberg features conversations between members of the fresh produce industry and the editors of trade publications The Packer and PMG. Topics will include current events and provide insight into the opportunities and challenges for different segments of the industry today, including growers, marketers, wholesalers, foodservice operators, retailers and more.

    West Coast Produce Expo and Sustainable Produce Summit’s can't miss sessions, receptions and more

    West Coast Produce Expo and Sustainable Produce Summit’s can't miss sessions, receptions and more

    Get the inside scoop of the educational sessions, activities and events for The Packer’s upcoming West Coast Produce Summit and Sustainable Produce Summit.
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    • 14 min
    The impact of postharvest research on produce quality and flavor

    The impact of postharvest research on produce quality and flavor

    Elizabeth Mitcham, Ph.D., professor of cooperative extension and the emeritus director of the Postharvest Technology Center, joins Christina Herrick, produce editor for The Packer to talk about the innovations in postharvest technology, the challenges to delivering fresh fruits and vegetables and the future of postharvest research in this podcast sponsored by AgroFresh.
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    • 41 min
    A look at regenerative ag in the specialty crop industry

    A look at regenerative ag in the specialty crop industry

    Ali Cox, CEO and founder of Noble West, an agriculture marketing consultancy sits down with Christina Herrick, produce editor of The Packer, to look at how specialty crop growers utilize regenerative ag currently, its benefits and its potential for the future.
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    • 24 min
    New solutions can help reduce food waste

    New solutions can help reduce food waste

    Ray Hatch, CEO of Quest Resource Management joins Christina Herrick, produce editor for The Packer to talk about the importance of reducing food waste and the solutions his company provides to help reduce the amount of produce in landfills.

    How to connect with The Packer and PMG magazine:


    Websites:com, thepacker.com and ProduceEDU.com.
    Email:news@thepacker.com and artists@producemarketguide.com
    LinkedIn: PMG:Produce Market Guide and The Packer
    Instagram:@packernews and @producemktguide
    Facebook:@ProduceMktGuide and @PackerNews
    TX:@produceretailer and @thepacker
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 24 min
    The future of automation and data in agriculture

    The future of automation and data in agriculture

    Paul Mikesell, founder and CEO of Carbon Robotics, sits down with The Packer's produce editor, Christina Herrick, to talk about the barriers to implementing technology, how his company's LaserWeeder cuts down on sprays and the importance of data in the future of agriculture.

    How to connect with The Packer and PMG magazine:


    Websites:com, thepacker.com and ProduceEDU.com.
    Email:news@thepacker.com and artists@producemarketguide.com
    LinkedIn: PMG:Produce Market Guide and The Packer
    Instagram:@packernews and @producemktguide
    Facebook:@ProduceMktGuide and @PackerNews
    TX:@produceretailer and @thepacker

     
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 33 min
    How new research could prevent frost damage in orchards

    How new research could prevent frost damage in orchards

    Collin Juurakko, founder of Advanced Agriscience, sits down with Christina Herrick, produce editor for The Packer to share how his research as a doctoral candidate led to some interesting discoveries about how frost crystals form and how he’s parlaying what he’s learned into a potential solution for tree fruit growers across the globe.

    How to connect with The Packer and PMG magazine:


    Websites:com, thepacker.com and ProduceEDU.com.
    Email:news@thepacker.com and artists@producemarketguide.com
    LinkedIn: PMG:Produce Market Guide and The Packer
    Instagram:@packernews and @producemktguide
    Facebook:@ProduceMktGuide and @PackerNews
    TX:@produceretailer and @thepacker

     
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 20 min

Customer Reviews

4.1 out of 5
10 Ratings

10 Ratings

Amycoolness ,

Great idea to keep up w/ industry news

I love being able to listen to video interviews of people in the fresh produce industry in a more convenient way. To hear about the issues of the week and get some deep dives-- priceless.

Produce Geek ,

Produce Excellence

Great to hear from all sides of the industry! I love all the podcasts for fresh fruits and veggies!

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