Interviews

Laura Himes Vice President of Sourcing – Produce for Walmart

“Grocery Procurement Practices Will Become More Diversified”

Walmart executive Laura Himes shares advice she would offer suppliers looking to partner with the company, her thoughts on opportunities to improve collaboration between suppliers and retailers, and her vision for the future of global produce sourcing.

Ángel Manero | Peru’s Minister of Agriculture

“Peru Can Expect Years of Prosperity from 2027”

Peru’s produce sector faces tough competition and low prices amid an oversupply of numerous products, but the newly appointed agriculture minister is optimistic that things will improve.

Harold Edwards, CEO of Limoneira

“The Lemon Industry Has gone Through a Massive Transformation”

Harold Edwards, who heads up the lemon and avocado grower-shipper Limoneira, discusses the major changes the lemon industry has experienced and how he is positioning the company for future growth.

Steven Muro - President of Fusion

“Marketing Sets the Table for Sales Staff”

Master fruit and vegetable marketer Steven Muro talks key lessons he’s learned from over 25 years since the company’s founding, future trends, and how marketing strategies have evolved.

Jennie Coleman | President and co-owner of Equifruit

“Bananas Shouldn’t Be So Cheap”

Jennie Coleman, who heads up North America’s largest importer of Fairtrade bananas—Equifruit—is on a trailblazing mission to transform the low prices endemic to the industry.