Ready for a taste of the latest in foodservice? Juanita Gaglio brings you an exclusive look into the IFPA Foodservice Conference in beautiful Monterey, California. Explore everything from artichokes to zucchini and get firsthand insights from the experts who are pushing the envelope in grower and shipper innovation. Your front-row seat to the freshest ideas […]

Join John and Patrick as they delve into the early interactions between Dutch settlers and Khoikhoi pastoralists at the Cape of Good Hope. What begins as a Dutch East India Company refreshment outpost to supply ships traveling to and from the East Indies evolves into a catalyst for European colonization driven by trade and agricultural […]

In today’s episode, join John and Patrick as they uncover the captivating history of currants, tracing their evolution from Corinth to becoming a dietary staple in England. By the 17th century, these miniature grapes, mainly imported from Greek territories, served as an essential sweetener before sugar became widely accessible. The Levant Company seized upon this […]

Join us for a heartwarming and fun-filled episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, coming to you LIVE from The Produce Industry Network Studio in Tampa, FL. In this special episode, Lillee Kelly, daughter of our host, makes her podcast debut! Lillee sits down with her dad to talk about his business travels, share his favorite […]

In today’s episode, John and Patrick delve into Australia’s tumultuous World War I era. They uncover how veterans, armed with patriotism but little farming know-how, embarked on the Soldier Settlement Scheme, only to face an unexpected adversary: the emus. Discover how these flightless birds transformed from protected species to notorious crop destroyers, adding a quirky […]

The Cultural Revolution of 1966 in China was characterized by violent purges and the rise of the Red Guards, plunging the nation into chaos. Amid this turmoil, the Chinese people became captivated by mangoes, a gift from Chairman Mao that sparked an unexpected obsession. Join John and Patrick as they explore the rise and fall […]

In this episode, we delve deep into the surprising benefits of a potato-centric diet. Chris Voigt, known for his daring 60-day challenge of eating only potatoes, reveals the nutritional advantages and unexpected outcomes of this unique dietary experiment. From debunking myths to exploring how potatoes can aid in weight loss and improve overall health, Chris […]

The moment has arrived! John and Patrick are launching their epic Olympic-themed extravaganza in honor of the 2024 Summer Olympics. Over the next two-and-a-half weeks they will be unveiling new episodes, each dedicated to a different country competing in this historic sporting event. With 17 days, 13 countries, and 13 episodes ahead, get ready for an exhilarating journey! […]

Join us on a journey to the bustling produce hubs of Philadelphia and New Jersey as we delve into the world of Summer Citrus from South Africa. In this episode, we sit down with key players in the citrus import industry, including William Kopke Jr. of Kopke Inc., Erin Meder from Capespan North America, Peter […]

Description: Hold onto your headphones and let the rhythm of curiosity guide you through this episode of the Global Fresh Series! Today, we’re jetting off to the charming city of Bordeaux, France—where the wine flows as smoothly as the conversation. We’re catching up with the dynamo of communications herself, Laetitia Forget, the Communications Director for […]