In this episode, host Eric Johansen welcomes Bill Lucas, Senior Director of Cybersecurity at Mastronardi Produce, to explore the evolving security challenges in agricultural IoT. With over sixteen years of experience across the automotive, healthcare, and tech industries, Bill brings a deep understanding of enterprise risk management, endpoint security, and cyber defense—now applied to one of the world's most critical industries: food production.

Bill and Eric explore the unique cybersecurity risks in modern agriculture, from UV robots to robotic bees, and discuss how automation, sensor networks, and supply chain security play pivotal roles in securing these technologies. Bill also shares his personal career journey, offering valuable insights for professionals looking to strengthen their IoT security strategies.

Join us for a compelling conversation about the intersection of innovation and cybersecurity in the agricultural sector—and what it takes to secure the future of connected farming.

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