This is Ag!

This is Ag challenges us to think differently about how we lead our lives and our organizations by learning from the inspiring and captivating stories of leaders in Ag.

This is Ag! is a business podcast hosted by Kirti Mutatkar, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Kirti Mutatkar hosts This is Ag!, a business show with 48 episodes published.

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  Episode #46

  46. Joseph Mallobox - Vice President of Human Resources at Ippolito International, leadership, agriculture, and putting people first

  May 26, 202629 minS0

  <p>I’m excited to share the 46th episode of This is Ag! featuring Joseph Mallobox, Vice President of Human Resources at Ippolito International. Born and raised in Gonzales, California, Joseph grew up surrounded by agriculture, even though he originally thought his future would take him far away from the Salinas Valley. Instead, agriculture pulled him back in, leading him into a career in human resources that has now spanned more than 20 years.</p> <p>Throughout the conversation, Joseph shares his perspective on leadership, the realities of agriculture, and the importance of building strong relationships within the workplace. From navigating th...

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  Episode #45

  45. Chris Devers - CEO of Rancho Cielo, empowerment, community, and mentorship

  Mar 26, 202636 minS0

  <p>I’m excited to share the 45th episode of This is Ag! featuring Chris Devers, CEO of Rancho Cielo, who is no stranger to transforming lives and communities. Rancho Cielo, a nonprofit in Salinas, California, provides at-risk youth with education, mentorship, and hands-on training in agriculture, culinary arts, automotive, and construction, giving them the tools to build practical skills and sustainable careers. Under Chris’s leadership, the school has launched groundbreaking initiatives, including the first Future Farmers of America chapter at a charter school, dual enrollment with Hartnell College, and innovative projects like mobile refrigeration units for local organic farm...

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  Episode #44

  44. Ruthann Anderson - CEO of CA Association of Pest Control Advisors, collaboration, education, and advocacy

  Dec 5, 202533 minS0

  <p>In this episode, I interview Ruthann Anderson, CEO of CAPCA (California Association of Pest Control Advisors). Ruthann explains that CAPCA represents licensed PCAs (Pest Control Advisors) who she describes as “plant doctors,” often recommending non-chemical solutions such as irrigation changes, soil sampling, and nutrition adjustments before turning to pesticides. They advise across agriculture, turf, ornamental, and urban environments, and CAPCA focuses on statewide education and advocacy to support the profession. She discusses challenges like public perception and inconsistent enforcement in the past. A major example is the BeeWhere program, which CAPCA helped modernize to improve communication between beekeepers and pest...

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  Episode #25

  Sonia Roldan - Member Services Director at UnitedAg, empathy, inspiration, and human connections

  Oct 15, 202535 minS0

  <p>I’m thrilled to share this remarkable and insightful discussion with Sonia Roldan, UnitedAg's Member Services Manager. Together, we unravel the significant role of empathy in healthcare and its impact on forging a sustainable business model. Throughout the conversation, Sonia's unwavering commitment to helping others shines through, emphasizing the significance of personalized care and empathy in the healthcare industry. Sonia shares her upbringing in the agriculture industry and how witnessing her family's struggles became the driving force behind Sonia's life mission of assisting others, rooted in the golden rule of treating people as she would want her family to be...

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  Episode #44

  44. Sachin Varma - Chief Underwriting and Product Officer at UnitedAg, empathy, transparency, and reshaping the ag industry

  Oct 14, 202523 minS0

  <p>In this episode of This Is Ag, I sit down with Sachin Varma, Chief Underwriting and Product Officer at UnitedAg, to discuss how financial strategy, transparency, and empathy intersect in healthcare for the agriculture industry.</p><p>Sachin shares his 25+ years of underwriting experience and how UnitedAg challenged his traditional, numbers-driven approach. Instead of treating clients as spreadsheets, he’s learned to prioritize relationships, with members, employers, and service reps, understanding that every ag employer has unique needs.</p><p>We talk about rebuilding financial strength after COVID, supporting members without passing on heavy costs, and why understanding the pe...

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