Fraud in the fresh produce industry is rising — and it’s becoming more targeted, more organized, and harder to spot.In this episode of Importer Insight, I sit down with Dante Galeazzi, President and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, to break down what’s really happening inside the produce supply chain. From buyer impersonation and truck broker fraud to internal phishing and payment scams, we talk through how food operators are being targeted — and what companies can do to protect themselves.This conversation was recorded months ago, but its relevance has only grown. Since then, more industry leaders have begun speaking out, enforcement activity has increased, and awareness is finally spreading. If you work in produce, logistics, importing, exporting, or food operations, this is a discussion you need to hear.In this episode, we cover:The most common fraud schemes hitting the produce industryHow scammers impersonate buyers, brokers, and even internal staffWhy fraud thrives in fast-moving food supply chainsWhat warning signs companies often missPractical steps food operators can take right nowThis episode is about awareness, prevention, and protecting the people who keep food moving every day.🔗 Read the full article on Importer Insight Substackwww.importerinsight.comTakeawaysFraud in the produce industry is a significant and growing concern.Fraudsters are knowledgeable about industry practices and exploit them.Companies must increase awareness and vigilance against fraud.Extreme due diligence is necessary when dealing with new sellers.Referrals are crucial for verifying the legitimacy of business partners.Law enforcement often lacks the resources to address fraud cases effectively.Industry collaboration is essential for sharing information about fraud patterns.Reporting fraud incidents can help build a repository of information.The I-95 corridor is a hotspot for stolen produce.Companies need to advocate for better support from authorities.Chapters00:00 Understanding Fraud in the Produce Industry12:04 Preventing Fraud: Best Practices and Recommendations16:45 The Role of Law Enforcement and Industry Collaboration23:56 Disclaimer#ImporterInsight#ProduceIndustry#FoodSupplyChain#FraudPrevention#ProduceImports#Logistics#FoodSafety