Podcast
49 episodes
Welcome to the produce life podcast. Each week we will have exciting industry conversations with various produce industry guests on various topics. We have so many fun and exciting topics to discuss. Together we can all create a fun and exciting way to make the produce industry fun again.
As produce businesses, it’s time to be bold and stand out. Now is the time to be clever, to think different and help rise your brand to the next level.
The Produce Life
7th Jul 2023The role of communication and all businessIn today’s episode, will be discussing a crucial element for any businesses, survival: effective communication. So, let’s explore the importance of communication and how it can make or break your5m7th Jul 2023Tilapia’s timeless tale: tracing its ancient origins, and exploring its modern popularityToday were diving into the history of tilapia, which I know is not a produce item. However, it is an interesting story that ultimately ties into the produce market through aquaponics.4m7th Jul 2023Behind the Curtain: Unmasking Entrepreneurial Insights from 'The Greatest ShowmanIn today's episode, we'll be exploring the business insights hidden within the dazzling musical film, "The Greatest Showman." Inspired by the life of P.T. Barnum, this movie is not only a visual and6m18th Jun 2023The Decline of Alfalfa Sprouts: A Tale of Food Safety and Changing Trends. Today, we’re exploring a curious topic: the decline in popularity of alfalfa, sprouts, and the reason behind it. So let’s dig in and find out what’s happening to this want to be loved salad staple.4m17th Jun 2023Gratitude turns what we don’t have into enoughIn this episode we discuss the importance of staying positive in troubled times.7m17th Jun 2023Walt Disney’s Way - Marketing is everything, and everything is marketing. In this segment we break down an amazing book I recently finished about the importance of marketing. This is a much needed listen for all aspects of produce companies.35m17th Jun 2023The good, the bad, and the ugly we know as social media. In this episode we look at the value social media brings to us and question is it worth it?8m17th Jun 2023"Sprouting Success: Exploring the Marvelous World of Brussels Sprouts"In today's short episode, we'll be delving into the history of the humble brussels sprout and exploring how it went from being a much-maligned veggie to a trendy, must-have ingredient over the past4m17th Jun 2023“Jicama, the crunchy superfood you’ve been missing out on” In today's episode, we'll be exploring the intriguing world of jicama! We'll delve into its rich history, discuss the growth of the industry, learn about its many uses, and ponder what the future5m17th Jun 2023Yams vs Sweet Potatoes Today, we're going to explore the history and differences between two root vegetables that are often confused with one another: yams and sweet potatoes. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to learn5m17th Jun 2023What’s customer service worth? In this episode we discuss the value of customer service to a brand, and how it is what keeps people coming back. Now, we all know that good customer service is important, but have you ever wondered6m15th Jun 2023What’s customer service worth? In this episode we discuss the value of customer service to a brand, and how it is what keeps people coming back. Now, we all know that good customer service is important, but have you ever wondered5m15th Jun 2023Yams vs Sweet Potatoes Today, we're going to explore the history and differences between two root vegetables that are often confused with one another: yams and sweet potatoes. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to learn5m15th Jun 2023“Jicama, the crunchy superfood you’ve been missing out on” In today's episode, we'll be exploring the intriguing world of jicama! We'll delve into its rich history, discuss the growth of the industry, learn about its many uses, and ponder what the future5m14th Jun 2023"Sprouting Success: Exploring the Marvelous World of Brussels Sprouts"In today's short episode, we'll be delving into the history of the humble brussels sprout and exploring how it went from being a much-maligned veggie to a trendy, must-have ingredient over the past4m12th Jun 2023The good, the bad, and the ugly we know as social media. In this episode we look at the value social media brings to us and question is it worth it?8m12th Dec 2021Fair well…. For now In this final episode I briefly talk about my next media path and thank you all for the continued support.5m1st Dec 2021Thanksgiving Recap There is no need to have it all, make the best of what you have. We discuss the importance of the holiday and how we spend our time.12m
16th Nov 2021Mattie Fisher - Logistics / Advocate I was honored to have Mattie from John Greene Logistics Company join me and talk about logistics as well as her personal battle Type 1 diabetes. Very informative chat and look forward to hearing more53m15th Nov 2021Dan the Driver - Vital Piece of the supply chain What an amazing interview into the supply chain with one of the most dedicated truck drivers I have met. I hope that you all will be as impressed as I was learning about Dan’s passion and dedication51m12th Nov 2021November Industry Check In Hope everyone is well. How is the produce life treating you? What are your predictions of the industry? Let’s chat!10m27th Apr 2021Walt Disney’s Way - Marketing is everything, and everything is marketing. In this segment we break down an amazing book I recently finished about the importance of marketing. This is a much needed listen for all aspects of produce companies.35m29th Mar 2021Is Clubhouse for our industry? I believe so. Clubhouse for our industry? I believe so and look forward to checking just how to make it a successful playground tool of knowledge for us all.4m1st Sep 2020Gratitude turns what we don’t have into enoughIn this episode we discuss the importance of staying positive in troubled times.7m31st Aug 2020Consistency is where success startsIn the short episode I dial into the importance of why consistency is the most important key to brand success.8m11th Aug 2020COVID IS REAL/ WHAT WILL THE FUTURE HOLD?COVID turns 6 months what will we do as an industry? I give my predictions as we move to the next island for help....11m11th Jun 2020Producing a Pivot, The Produce Industry Reacts to a crisis. In this new series myself (Brent Erenwert) and Patrick Kelly of The Produce Industry Podcast dive into the pivots on all slides of the supply chain over the COVID crisis. We hope you will enjoy this4m25th May 2020The farmer is the back bone of the industry. Our industry will no deal with correction .12m1st Apr 2020Special Edition: The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly featuring Brent Erenwert Patrick Kelly and I pick up our conversation about what COVID has done to this industry. Who is pivoting correctly? What are the next steps? A must listen for any produce industry professional.38m27th Mar 2020Produce Industry Podcast Sneak PeakIn this short clip Host Patrick Kelly of the Produce Industry Podcast and Brent Erenwert discuss navigating the waters of COVID-19. This is an exciting show coming 4.1.202012m13th Mar 2020How is the Corona Virus affecting the produce industry ?On this episode we speak with produce industry professional and published author Patrick Kelly about the impact of the Corona Virus on our industry. While it’s a lengthy discussion it is well worth56m22nd Jan 20202020 Produce Almanac Very exciting episode on a very innovative product that Mike Mauti created. This is a product I feel every produce buyer today needs. To purchase the Almanac http://execulytics.ca/produce-almanac/ To26m10th Dec 2019What is your company’s culture?In today’s short episode we discuss the question of what is your company’s culture, are you reminding everyone of it, how can we enforce it? This is a very short episode that I hope we can all gain5m26th Nov 2019Another company falls from lack of innovation In this episode we look at the recent bankruptcy of Dean foods. Was this another example of a great company not evolving to the market trends? We hope that you will listen and provide us feedback.7m26th Nov 2019The high costs of food contamination risks?In this episode we discuss what exactly does a food contamination outbreak cost an establishment? There are so many factors which we do not think about when not verifying the path of our food chain.9m18th Nov 2019The Produce Life Marketplace Today we discuss how the marketplace is rolling out. Why we chose this format, and the future if the platform. Short but informative segment that you will not want to miss.6m25th Oct 2019Trade shows, here to stay, or reform is on the way?This week we continue on a two year battle on do the trade shows have enough roi to make sense? We would love your input. Please share away.20m26th Sep 2019God bless truckers!Today we show our appreciation to truck drivers. Each day they leave their family to meet the needs of all of our families.6m17th Jul 2019Evaluating the industry survey trends In this episode we break down the data from the recent industry survey. The results are somewhat surprising.12m6th Jul 20192019 Produce Industry Survey In this short episode we breakdown the questions in the long awaited produce industry survey. This 2 minute survey will help us examine several simple but critical aspects of the current state of our6m19th Mar 2019Trust the system to your brand’s success. In this short episode I discuss how trust is the key to jump starting a successful organization.12m7th Feb 2019Social Media Trends in Produce Today we discuss the importance of promoting your brand across the various social media platforms. We discuss which platforms are the best and the tactics to use.18m5th Feb 2019What keeps you up at night? A new short segment focusing on what keeps several top industry professionals up at night thinking about our crazy industry?14m25th Dec 2018What’s all this “Avo” cado bout?Today on our segment we discuss another media story gone haywire about one of our favorite fruits.22m7th Dec 2018Lettuce quit blaming the romaine. Tonight we dissect the facts about this absurd cdc recall on romaine.22m2nd Nov 2018Weathermelon Today we discuss an amazing app dedicated to analyzing weather in the produce industry.33m25th Oct 2018The evolving dynamics of produce in our schoolsToday we discuss the evolving dynamics of produce of school programs. We discuss everything from marketing, packaging, and the future. Our guest on the show is Jeremy Taylor of DNO Produce.40m13th Oct 2018The produce industry isn’t for everyone Today 20 year industry veteran and host Brent Erenwert discuss why the produce industry is filled with so many ups and downs.40m21st Sep 2018Produce Gamechangers Show Preview Gamechangers intro1m