🌍 In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, host Patrick Kelly sits down with special guest Jaime Bustamonte of the Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Company (DRC) for an engaging conversation just days before their trip to Berlin! Jaime delves into the critical role of the DRC in fostering fair trade practices for international organizations. […]

Join Patrick as he dives into Podfest Global Expo 2025, where content creators and podcasters from around the world are shaping the future of digital storytelling. Discover key takeaways and trends that can elevate your brand and engagement strategies. On the produce front, Patrick unpacks the latest updates from the FDA/USDA Prevention Strategy on Berries, addressing food […]

This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays, brought to you by The Produce Industry Network! 🌟 Join Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss for another fun and fresh episode! Ross is on the road in Florida, attending GOPEX—the Global Organic Produce Expo—while Dan holds down the fort in San Francisco. 🍈 […]

On this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, host Patrick Kelly takes a deep dive into two groundbreaking stories shaping our world. First, we explore the stunning decision by Florida’s largest citrus grower to exit the citrus industry. Announced on January 6, 2025, this major move raises questions about the challenges facing citrus growers today in […]

Join us as we journey to Vietnam’s Ben Tre province, the heart of the country’s coconut industry, to explore the incredible surge in fresh coconut exports to China and other Asian markets. From the sweet taste of success to the challenges of scaling up, we’ll uncover how this tropical gem is transforming Vietnam’s agricultural landscape […]

Join host Patrick Kelly as he kicks off the first episode of the year with an exciting new format designed to keep our traditions alive while embracing the evolution of the industry. In this episode, Patrick welcomes his first in-studio guest, Jihoon Kim, for an insightful discussion covering: ✅ The latest updates on USDA import fee inspections ✅ Why embracing change is essential for […]

In the final episode of 2024, Patrick Kelly sits down with Brian Framson, CEO of Citrus America, Inc., fresh off his exciting cross-country journey juicing across America. From grocery stores to restaurants and bars, Brian shares his adventures exploring new opportunities in the world of fresh-squeezed citrus. In the studio, Patrick and Brian savor the […]

Nuts have been symbols of faith, fortune, and fertility for centuries, and their deep-rooted significance can still be felt today during Christmas celebrations. From their connection to Christian symbolism to their role in medieval mystery plays, these humble gifts have held profound meanings throughout history. Why were hazelnuts, chestnuts, and walnuts so prominent in holiday […]

As the holiday season reaches its peak, Patrick Kelly sits down with Robert Austin of Empower Fresh and Jon Steffy of Four Seasons Produce, affectionately known as The Produce Geek, for a festive and insightful conversation. They delve into December—the busiest shopping month of the year—discussing how produce trends and labor challenges impact holiday preparations. Together, […]

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, host Patrick Kelly takes you on an inspiring journey with Blue Missions and Water for All, spotlighting their life-changing hike to Pico Duarte, the tallest mountain in the Caribbean. The trek, organized in collaboration with Continental Fresh, brought together a passionate group united in the mission to support sustainable water solutions for […]