Produce Talks

Produce Talks

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Produce Talks episodes

  • Episode 20—Greenhouse On The Go!
    There are many different ways that partners in the produce supply chain help to drive the consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables.  We have already done a podcast on the CPMA's major program the Half Your Plate program. In this episode we connect with a member that is creating consumer education opportunities all over the place by using a mobile greenhouse.  Peter Quiring, President of Nature Fresh Farms joins us to discuss the project, how it all started, and some of the conversations he's having with people along the way. You can check out the Nature Fresh Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts for some great pictures of the mobile greenhouse in action. Download Podcast
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  • Episode 21—Village Farms Landfill Gas Project
    This month we connect with Village Farms to discuss a new study that they have commissioned to examine the feasibility of using gas from retired landfills as a source of carbon dioxide.  Jonathan Bos a development director from Village Farms is able to join us to walk us through how the project came about, what are the potential benefits, and the partners they have gained along the way. Download Podcast
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  • Episode 22—Conversations with Retailers Part IV
    This month on the podcast we continue our year long conversation with Eric Biddiscombe. from Loblaw, and Jean-Guy Mazerolle, formerly of Co-op Atlantic.  In this episode, we explore the different nature of the relationships with international vendors and some of the challenges that come up with sourcing international product. Listen here.
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  • Episode 23 - All About the Beacons

    This month on the podcast we explore a topic that has been popping up over and over again, beacon technology. Beacons are heralding a new way to interact with consumers, and the technology has potential to impact every level of the produce supply chain.



    We are joined by Doug Thompson CEO and Co-Founder of Dot3 Ltd. As well as being a leading expert in the field Doug is the author of beekn.net, a blog that explores the latest developments in beacon technology.



    Also joining us is Roland Hung, an Associate with McCarthy Tétrault. Roland has authored an article titled, "Beacon Technology: A Primer for Retailers." Roland speaks to us about how existing privacy legislation and Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation may impact any beacon technology strategy.



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  • DRC and the Safe Food for Canadians Act

    This month we are pleased to connect with Luc and Andrea from the DRC. Luc

    Mougeot, Vice President of the DRC, provides an overview of the Safe Food for
    Canadians Act, the recent amendments, and their impact on the fresh fruit and
    vegetable industry. Luc and Andrea discuss why the act is important and how it
    will affect the Produce Industry as it comes into effect.



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Produce Talks, brought to you by the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA), is where industry leaders come together to share insights, experiences, and fresh perspectives on the world of…