Fresh Takes On Tech

Fresh Takes On Tech

International Fresh Produce Association

Episodes 126
Avg. Duration 32m
Activity Sporadic
Apple Rating 4.7 (27)
Since Apr 2021
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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24%
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About This Podcast

Welcome to Fresh Takes on Tech, a podcast from the International Fresh Produce Association. At IFPA, Our trade association represents companies from every segment of the global fresh produce and floral supply chain. We advocate, connect and guide to enhance members’ prosperity. This is a show for people interested in the intersection between technology and the produce and floral industries. Each episode we explore the problems, solutions, people and ideas that are shaping the industry.

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S1E145 The Growth Revolution: Scaling Regenerative Agriculture for a Sustainable Future

Apr 28, 2026 26m

Dive into regenerative agriculture with host Vonnie Estes as she explores the USDA's Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) program. Guests Nikki Cossio and Kyle Cosgrove from Measure to Improve…

S1E144 Inside the AMP Initiative: Building Markets that Work for Growers

Apr 14, 2026 26m

Episode Summary:In this episode of "Fresh Takes on Tech," host Vonnie Estes delves into the significant themes of regenerative agriculture and market opportunities for growers engaged in…

S1E143 Unlocking the Secrets of Regen Ag: A USDA-Supported Effort Shaping Agriculture’s Future

Apr 09, 2026 25m

Dive into the world of regenerative agriculture with host Vonnie Estes and guest Tamara Muruetagoiena, VP of sustainability at IFPA, as they discuss the latest developments in regenerative practices.…

S1E142 Data Driven Decisions: The Global Intelligence Engine Revolutionizes Produce Insights

Mar 10, 2026 26m

In this episode of "Fresh Takes on Tech," hosted by Vonnie Estes, Rachel Blake from the International Fresh Produce Association shares her insights on the transformative power of the Global…

S1E141 Healthier Diets via Gene Editing: Increasing Produce Consumption

Jan 13, 2026 31m

Explore the transformative partnership between Sun World International and Pairwise as they redefine the future of produce. Hosted by Vonnie Estes, this engaging discussion features insights from…

S1E140 Fresh Intelligence: How Data, Biology, and AI are Reshaping Agriculture

Jan 06, 2026 36m

Fresh Takes on Tech, hosted by Vonnie Estes, explores innovations in the food and agriculture sector. Guests Daniel Knauer, Katherine Sizov, and Blake Wilbur discuss their pioneering roles in the…

S1E139 Revolutionizing Resilience: How Tech is Transforming Ag with Danny Bernstein

Dec 30, 2025 23m

In this engaging episode of "Fresh Takes on Tech," host Vonnie Estes welcomes Danny Bernstein, the CEO of Reservoir, to explore the intersection of deep technology and agriculture. The conversation…

S1E138 Secretary Karen Ross: Scaling AgTech Across the Supply Chain

Dec 23, 2025 27m

In this episode of "Fresh Takes on Tech," host Vonnie Estes engages in a deep conversation with Karen Ross at the Global Produce and Floral Show in Anaheim. As the Secretary of the California…

S1E137 Accelerating Innovation: Lessons from the Packaging Innovation Program

Dec 16, 2025 30m

In this enlightening episode of "Fresh Takes on Tech," host Vonnie Estes delves into discussions with innovative leaders in the packaging and produce industry, exploring new technologies and…

S1E136 From Freshness to Packaging: Dual Innovations Shaping Produce’s Future

Dec 09, 2025 24m

Explore how innovation in food preservation and sustainable packaging is transforming the produce industry. Vonnie Estes engages with Joaquin Fisch of NAT4Bio on developing biological solutions for…

S1E135 From Seaweed to Shelf Life: Innovators Transforming the Produce Aisle

Dec 02, 2025 23m

Explore innovative strides in sustainable packaging and post-harvest solutions with Alyssa Pace from Sway and Anthony Zografos of Akorn Technology. Discover Sway’s groundbreaking use of seaweed for…

S1E134 From Pack Expo, Market Outlook: Sustainable Packaging Trends in the Produce Industry

Nov 25, 2025 38m Transcript

Explore the evolving landscape of sustainable packaging in the fresh produce industry with insights from Wyatt Maysey of Taylor Fresh Foods and Nate Klingler of IFCO. Delve into the pressures and…

S1E133 Packaging Transformation: The Consumer's Role in Future Design Choices

Nov 18, 2025 17m

Join host Vonnie Estes as she delves into the evolving landscape of sustainability in fresh produce packaging with Wyatt Maysey, Director of Sustainability at Taylor Farms. This episode explores the…

S1E132 Beyond Transparency: Cory Connors on the Future of Produce Packaging

Nov 11, 2025 13m

In this engaging episode of Fresh Takes on Tech, host Vonnie Estes welcomes the insightful Cory Connors. As the host of the “Sustainable Packaging Podcast” and a leading figure in sustainable…

S1E131 Joe Don Zetzche on AI, Automation, and the Future of Fresh

Sep 30, 2025 39m Transcript

Explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence and automation on the produce and floral industries with host Vonnie Estes and guest Joe Don Zetzsche. With insights from Joe’s extensive…

S1E130 Inside Corteva’s Revolution: A Conversation with Brian Lutz

Sep 02, 2025 25m

Explore the transformative role of AI in agriculture with Vonnie Estes and guest Dr. Brian Lutz from Corteva Agriscience. Delve into the integration of AI and machine learning in crop protection and…

S1E129 AI in the Field: Ranveer Chandra on the Future of Data-Driven Agriculture

Aug 26, 2025 33m

Explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in agriculture with Vani Estes and guest Ranveer Chandra, VP at Microsoft. Discover how Microsoft integrates AI to enhance productivity and…

S1E128 The Smart Money on AI: Chuck Templeton on S2G's Strategy

Aug 19, 2025 26m Transcript

Explore how AI is transforming the agtech investment landscape in this episode of Fresh Takes on Tech. Host Vonnie Estes sits down with Chuck Templeton, founding partner at S2G Ventures, to discuss…

S1E127 Inside IFPA: From Data Dump to Decision Driver

Aug 12, 2025 30m Transcript

Dive into the evolving role of artificial intelligence in the produce industry with hosts Vonnie Estes and guests Rachel Blake and Maddie Rennardson from the International Fresh Produce Association.…

S1E126 The Next Tech Stack: Why AI + Quantum Will Power the Produce Industry

Aug 05, 2025 36m Transcript

Join host Vonnie Estes as she delves into the world of AI and technology in agriculture with Anthony Howcroft of Swarm Engineering. Explore how Swarm uses AI to tackle complex supply chain issues,…

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How many episodes does Fresh Takes On Tech have?

Fresh Takes On Tech has published 126 episodes since April 2021, covering topics in Arts, Food.

Is Fresh Takes On Tech still active?

Fresh Takes On Tech is currently sporadic with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 32m.

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