The excitement continues at the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) 2025 Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim, California! Join Patrick Kelly, Juanita Gaglio, and Dan “The Produce Man” as they dive even deeper into the action on the show floor. In Part 2 of this special event series, the team brings you more exclusive […]

From myth and legend to cider-fuelled revolutions, from Johnny Appleseed’s frontier orchards to the Victorians’ quest for the perfect pippin, the story of the apple has been anything but ordinary. In the final part of this five-part series, John and Patrick follow the fruit onto the world stage – when refrigeration, global shipping, and empire […]

Join Patrick Kelly, Juanita Gaglio, and Dan “The Produce Man” as they hit the floor at the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) 2025 Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim, California! In Part 1 of this special event series, the team brings you exclusive access, behind-the-scenes insights, and real-time reactions from one of the produce […]

From the barefoot wanderings of Johnny Appleseed to the fiery kick of applejack on Civil War battlefields, the apple’s story in America takes a dramatic turn in this fourth episode of our series. John and Patrick trace how John Chapman’s seed-planting helped shape frontier life, fueled the nation’s cider culture, and – ironically – set […]

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, host Patrick Kelly sits down with a longtime industry voice to talk all things fresh produce and preview the highly anticipated IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show. They explore what attendees should be excited about — from emerging trends and innovations to the invaluable networking opportunities on […]

John and Patrick journey into the seventeenth century, when cider wasn’t just a drink – it was a matter of national survival. From John Evelyn’s bold call for apple orchards to secure England’s navy and replace French wine, to the early experiments that nearly made England the home of “apple champagne,” the apple takes centre […]

This week, Patrick Kelly sits down with Silvia Restrepo, a prominent leader in agricultural education and research from Cornell University. Together, they discuss how education is shaping the future of agriculture, from empowering the next generation of industry professionals to fostering innovation and sustainability. Silvia shares insights into the evolving role of universities in supporting […]

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, host Patrick Kelly sits down with Anne Marie to explore how the next generation is stepping up to shape the future of fresh produce. As the industry experiences a generational handoff, Anne Marie brings a fresh perspective on what the future holds—from evolving consumer values and sustainability […]

From the kitchens of medieval Europe to the orchards of Anglo-Saxon England, the apple became far more than just a fruit. It was medicine, it was myth, it was ritual. In part two of our apple series, John and Patrick explore how crab apples were pressed into sharp, sour verjuice to season everything from pigs’ […]

In this special on-the-road episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, Patrick Kelly teams up with Ross “The Produce Boss” as they hit the floor at SEPC 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina! 🎉 Join us for exclusive interviews, live insights, and real-time reactions as we explore the hottest trends, innovative products, and standout booths at one […]