The Packer Podcast

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djohansen@farmjournal.com

tsmith@farmjournal.com

mseaton@farmjournal.com

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The Packer Podcast: How Economics and Policy Impact Fresh Produce – IFPA’s Samantha Ayoub on Ag Labor Challenges

October 08, 2026

In this episode of The Packer Podcast, host Christina Herrick sits down with Samantha Ayoub, Director of Workforce and Business Policy at the International Fresh Produce Association.   As an economist navigating Capitol Hill, Samantha breaks down the complex economic, regulatory, and market dynamics impacting fruit, vegetable, and floral producers today. She explains how using data to back up personal grower stories gives the industry a much stronger voice in D.C. policy discussions...

The Packer Podcast: Moving Forward After the Cyclospora Outbreak to Protect Food Safety and Rebuild

September 24, 2026

Following the FDA declaring the recent Cyclospora outbreak over, the fresh produce industry faces a critical turning point. How can growers, shippers, and industry leaders move forward, prepare for future risks, and protect consumer confidence?   In this episode, De Ann Davis shares essential insights on how the fresh produce sector can learn from the recent Cyclospora outbreak to build a more resilient, transparent supply chain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Packer Podcast: Building the Future of Avocado Growth with the First-Ever Avocado Conference

September 09, 2026

In this episode, Emiliano Escobedo, Executive Director of the Hass Avocado Board, joins host Christina Herrick to discuss the launch of a dedicated avocado conference happening November 18–20 in San Diego. With the U.S. avocado market surpassing 3 billion pounds, Escobedo explains why the category has reached a critical inflection point requiring specialized focus beyond general produce shows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Importer Insight · Medium booking difficulty · < 100 listeners

How do I get in touch with The Packer Podcast?

Its publicly listed emails are djohansen@farmjournal.com, tsmith@farmjournal.com, and mseaton@farmjournal.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Packer Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for The Packer Podcast: djohansen@farmjournal.com, tsmith@farmjournal.com, and mseaton@farmjournal.com.

How many listeners does The Packer Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The Packer Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Packer Podcast?

The Packer Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior leaders of produce associations and food-industry organizations, established researchers and analysts, agricultural technology founders, and experts with direct experience in produce trade, food safety, supply chains, or market strategy. Common among recent guests: Leadership of a produce, agricultural, or food-industry association; Published consumer, food-safety, or market research; Development or commercialization of agricultural technology. Recent guests include Kris Sollid, Richard Lee, and Jonna Parker.

How hard is it to get booked on The Packer Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Packer Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Fresh Produce, Agriculture, Food Safety, Supply Chain, and Trade. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.