The Produce Moms Podcast

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The Produce Moms Podcast episodes

April 08 EP388 Rooted in Legacy: Female Leadership in Global Farming with Ana Carrillo, Business Development Director at UVEX
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor continues the celebration of the International Year of the Female Farmer with Ana Carrillo, Business Development Director at UVEX, a multi-generational farming operation based in Sonora, Mexico. Ana shares her unique journey from studying marketing and international business to building a career within her family's farming operation. What began as a path outside of agriculture ultimately transformed into a deep passion for the industry-one rooted in legacy, responsibility, and purpose.
30 min
March 25 EP387 Food Is Medicine: How Kentucky Is Connecting Agriculture, Healthcare, and Farmer Prosperity with Commissioner Jonathan Shell, Dana Feldman and Morgan Bray of Kentucky Department of Agriculture
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Morgan Bray, Food Is Medicine Program Coordinator for the Kentucky Department of Agriculture and the Kentucky Hospital Association, alongside returning guests Commissioner Jonathan Shell and Dana Feldman from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.

Together, they explore how Kentucky is building one of the nation's most comprehensive Food Is Medicine frameworks, connecting agriculture, healthcare systems, and policy to improve health outcomes while strengthening rural prosperity.
37 min
March 18 EP386 Local First School Meals: How Kentucky Is Bringing Farms to Cafeterias with Commissioner Jonathan Shell, Heather Becker, and Dana Feldman at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Commissioner Jonathan Shell, Heather Becker, and Dana Feldman from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to discuss how the Commonwealth is transforming school nutrition through its Local First School Food initiative.
28 min
March 11 EP385 The Power of WIC: How Moms Are Leading the Movement for Healthier Families with Alison Hard, MS, RD, Policy Director for National WIC Association
In this episode of the Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Alison Hard, MS, RD, Policy Director for the National WIC Association, for an important conversation about the power of the WIC program and the critical role moms play in shaping healthier families across America. Lori and Alison discuss how WIC empowers mothers as leaders in their households and communities, helping drive better nutrition, stronger food systems, and healthier outcomes for the next generation.
24 min
March 04 EP384 Leading with Purpose: Women Transforming Grocery, Wellness, and Agriculture with Danyel O'Connor, Co-Founder and CEO of Umami
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Danyel O'Connor, CEO, and Co-Founder of AI-powered product development platform Umami, for a forward-looking conversation on grocery leadership, wellness trends, and the evolving role of fresh produce in 2026.
26 min
February 25 EP383 Navigating Leadership in the Fresh Produce Industry with Julie Krivanek, Founder and President of Krivanek Consulting
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Julie Krivanek, a seasoned leader in the fresh produce industry. They discuss the importance of mentorship, the impact of the pandemic on business strategies, and the qualities that define effective executive leadership. Julie shares her journey from coal mining to fresh produce, emphasizing the unifying power of food and the personal connections it fosters.
46 min
February 18 EP382 Plant Not Plastic: Why What You Wear Matters with Marjory Walker, Vice President of Council Operations at the National Cotton Council of America
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor sits down with Marjory Walker, Vice President of Council Operations at the National Cotton Council of America, to explore the often-overlooked world of fiber agriculture and why what we wear matters.
31 min
February 11 EP381 The International Year of the Woman Farmer: Empowering Women in Agriculture with Beth Bechdol, Deputy Director-General at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
In this episode of the Produce Moms Podcast, Lori Taylor and Beth Bechdol discuss the significance of the International Year of the Woman Farmer, highlighting the vital role women play in agriculture globally.
24 min
February 04 EP380 Introduction to Women's Roundtable 2026 with Meghan Diaz, Sr. Director Produce at Sprouts, Erica Manfre, Sales Manager at South Mill Champs and Jennie Coleman, President and Co-Owner of Equifruit
In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, host Lori Taylor introduces the Women's Roundtable series, featuring esteemed guests Meghan Diaz, Erica Manfre, and Jennie Coleman. The conversation explores emerging trends in grocery retail, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and transparency in leadership.
37 min
January 28 EP379 The Future of Food Service: Trends and Innovations with Jill Overdorf, Founder and CEO of The Produce Ambassadors and Maeve Webster, President of Menu Matters
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor is joined by Jill Overdorf, Founder and CEO of The Produce Ambassadors, and Maeve Webster, President of Menu Matters. They discuss the evolving trends in the food service industry, focusing on the importance of human connection, sustainability, and innovation in produce.
51 min

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