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In this two-part episode recorded live from the International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium, the Fresh and Safe Podcast dives into the people and processes shaping the future of produce safety in Australia and New Zealand.
In Part One, Former FPSC CEO Farzana Adams sits down with Meegan George, CEO of Freshmark, to explore:
- Why the independent fresh produce sector thrives on passion, relationships, and generational pride
- The urgent need to attract young people into the industry
- How AI and data could streamline compliance for small businesses
- The balance between commercial realities and food safety frameworks
In Part Two, FPSC Technical Advisor Susannah Roelofsz speaks with Gail Woods from Fresh Markets Australia, discussing how the Guidelines for Fresh Produce Food Safety are used across the industry to support growers, interpret microbial testing, and build trust through science-based standards.
Whether you’re a grower, wholesaler, QA manager, or regulator, this episode offers actionable insights into building the next generation of safe, sustainable, and trusted produce supply chains.
For more information about the FPSC visit www.fpsc-anz.com
Join us at the International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium:
https://www.ifpss.com.au
Follow us here:
https://www.instagram.com/fpsc_anz
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fresh-produce-safety-centre-australia-new-zealand
https://www.facebook.com/FPSCANZ
https://x.com/FPSC_ANZ
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:48 - Discussion on Meegan George's Background in Fresh Produce
00:03:31 - Challenges in the Fresh Produce Industry
00:04:14 - Addressing Labour Issues and Education Pathways
00:08:10 - Compliance in the Fresh Produce Industry
00:11:32 - Consolidation in the Independent Sector
00:14:11 - Conclusion: Looking to the Future
00:15:16 - Adapting to Industry Changes and the Importance of Industry Associations
00:16:33 - Role of Fresh Produce Safety Centre
00:17:18 - Interview with Gail from Fresh Markets Australia
00:17:40 - Use of Fresh Produce Safety Guidelines in Daily Work
00:19:20 - Trust in the Guidelines and Interpretation of Results
00:19:20 - Cost of Compliance and Importance of Testing
00:22:26 - Closing Remarks
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By Fresh Produce Safety CentreIn this two-part episode recorded live from the International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium, the Fresh and Safe Podcast dives into the people and processes shaping the future of produce safety in Australia and New Zealand.
In Part One, Former FPSC CEO Farzana Adams sits down with Meegan George, CEO of Freshmark, to explore:
- Why the independent fresh produce sector thrives on passion, relationships, and generational pride
- The urgent need to attract young people into the industry
- How AI and data could streamline compliance for small businesses
- The balance between commercial realities and food safety frameworks
In Part Two, FPSC Technical Advisor Susannah Roelofsz speaks with Gail Woods from Fresh Markets Australia, discussing how the Guidelines for Fresh Produce Food Safety are used across the industry to support growers, interpret microbial testing, and build trust through science-based standards.
Whether you’re a grower, wholesaler, QA manager, or regulator, this episode offers actionable insights into building the next generation of safe, sustainable, and trusted produce supply chains.
For more information about the FPSC visit www.fpsc-anz.com
Join us at the International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium:
https://www.ifpss.com.au
Follow us here:
https://www.instagram.com/fpsc_anz
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fresh-produce-safety-centre-australia-new-zealand
https://www.facebook.com/FPSCANZ
https://x.com/FPSC_ANZ
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:48 - Discussion on Meegan George's Background in Fresh Produce
00:03:31 - Challenges in the Fresh Produce Industry
00:04:14 - Addressing Labour Issues and Education Pathways
00:08:10 - Compliance in the Fresh Produce Industry
00:11:32 - Consolidation in the Independent Sector
00:14:11 - Conclusion: Looking to the Future
00:15:16 - Adapting to Industry Changes and the Importance of Industry Associations
00:16:33 - Role of Fresh Produce Safety Centre
00:17:18 - Interview with Gail from Fresh Markets Australia
00:17:40 - Use of Fresh Produce Safety Guidelines in Daily Work
00:19:20 - Trust in the Guidelines and Interpretation of Results
00:19:20 - Cost of Compliance and Importance of Testing
00:22:26 - Closing Remarks