The Produce Moms® is a community of passionate fresh produce advocates with a mission to inspire everyone, especially children, to eat more fruits and vegetables. The Produce Moms Podcast is designed to educate consumers about fresh produce, introduce them to produce brands, engage the produce industry with consumers in inspiring conversations, and promotes public policy to protect and increase the availability of fresh produce at American schools. For more info, visit www.theproducemoms.com
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EP330 Announcing our 2024 Trailblazer Award- Mollie Van Lieu, Vice President, Nutrition and Health Policy at International Fresh Produce Association
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In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor reflects on the achievements of the past year and introduces the 2024 Trailblazer Award winner, Molly Van Lieu. The conversation highlights the importance of the WIC program in providing nutrition to women and children, the successful advocacy efforts to increase funding and benefits, an…
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EP329 Sustainable Fashion Meets Agriculture with Cate Havstad-Casad, Founder and CEO of Range Revolution
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In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, the host discusses the importance of sustainable choices in fashion and agriculture with Cate Havstad-Casad, founder of Range Revolution. They explore the intersection of ethical fashion and farming, the principles of regenerative agriculture, and the significance of supporting first-generation farmers.…
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In this conversation, Lori Taylor and Steven Ware discuss the launch of the Produce Moms approved seal and the new Berry Buddies product line from Naturipe.
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EP327 2024 Produce Industry Review: Wins, Flops, and What’s Shaping the Future with CarrieAnn Arias and Tristan
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In this episode of the Produce Mom's podcast, Lori Taylor hosts a roundtable discussion with Tristan Simpson and Carrie Ann Arias, focusing on the key wins and flops in the produce industry for 2024.
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EP326 Fueling the Future: Bayer and Dollar General's Partnership for National School Lunch Week with Allen Warch, VP, Food & Fresh Merchandising, Dollar General and Jenny Maloney, Global- Americas Strategic ...
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In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes back Jenny Maloney from Bayer Vegetable Seeds and introduces Allen Warch, Vice President of Food and Fresh Merchandising at Dollar General. They discuss the significant milestone of Dollar General surpassing 5,000 stores selling fresh produce, the partnership with Bayer to promo…
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor discusses the importance of salt in our diet with Darryl Bosshardt from Redmond. They explore the misconceptions surrounding salt, the story of Redmond Salt, and the various types of salt available in the market.
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, host Lori Taylor interviews Doyle Karr, a thought leader in the food and agriculture industry, about the issue of heavy metals in food and soil. They discuss the types of heavy metals, the risks they pose, and the innovations and solutions being developed to mitigate this problem.…
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EP323 Leading the Future of Fresh with Blaine Heilman, President of Sales at Sage Fruit Company
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor welcomes Blaine Heilman, the new President of Sales at Sage Fruit Company. They discuss Blaine's journey in the produce industry, the importance of mentorship and career development, and the challenges of building a brand in a commodity market.…
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EP322 Fair Trade USA and NatureSweet: The Power of Consumer Choices in Making a Difference with Paul Rice, Founder and CEO of Fair Trade USA and Rodolfo Spielmann, President and CEO of NatureSweet
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor interviews Paul Rice, the Founder and CEO of Fair Trade USA, and Rodolfo Spielmann, the President and CEO of NatureSweet. They discuss the importance of fair trade and its impact on farmers and workers in the agricultural industry. Fairtrade certification promotes sustainable livelihoods, pro…
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Marshal Sewell, founder of Mind Your Melon, a nonprofit focused on raising awareness of farm stress and mental health in agriculture, joins Lori Taylor to offer a prayer for the farmers and communities affected by Hurricane Helene.
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EP321 Fueling Back-To-School with 100% Real Fruit with Katie Eshuys, President of That's it.
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Katie Eshuys, President of That's it, joins Lori Taylor on the Produce Moms podcast to discuss the brand's mission of getting more fruits and vegetables on every table. That's it is known for its fruit bars, which contain only two ingredients: fruit and fruit.
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EP320 How Food Brands Can Tell Their Ingredient Story Better with Ali Cox, Founder and CEO of Noble West
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor interviews Ali Cox, the founder and CEO of Noble West. They discuss the importance of branding and marketing in the produce industry, as well as the challenges faced by growers in promoting their products.
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor interviews Chris Kiser, the CEO of Spice World, to celebrate the company's 75th anniversary. They discuss the history of Spice World, from its humble beginnings as a garlic repackaging business to its current portfolio of over 250 SKUs.
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EP318 NatureSweet’s Innovations and the Nutritional Power of Convenience with Amit Patel, Marketing Director for NatureSweet and Jackie London, Chief Nutrition Officer for The Produce Moms
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes back Amit Patel, Marketing Director of Innovation at NatureSweet and Jackie London, Chief Nutrition Officer for The Produce Moms. They discuss the latest innovations and products at NatureSweet, including their to-go line and a new partnership with Paw Patrol.…
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EP317 FFA: Cultivating Future Leaders in Agriculture with Cara Parlato-Butler, Emma Huber, and Shawn Martin
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, three newly named National FFA Teacher Ambassadors discuss the importance of FFA in agriculture education. They highlight the diverse range of students and chapters in FFA, emphasizing that FFA is not just for those interested in farming.
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EP316 Optimizing Pricing and Promotion Strategies in the Produce Industry with Tom Barnes, President and CEO of Category Partners
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The conversation with Tom Barnes, President and CEO of Category Partners, focuses on data and insights in the perishable industry. They discuss how data-driven decisions can drive business and growth for all stakeholders in the value chain. They also touch on the importance of understanding consumer demographics and trends, the impact of lifestyle …
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EP315 Holiday Hungry: How Food Brands Feast on Our Festivities with Karen Nardozza, CarrieAnn Arias and Tristan Simpson
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, the guests discuss the role of holiday marketing and food. They explore the emotional connections and memories associated with holiday food choices, the influence of nostalgia in holiday food traditions, and the use of multi-sensory marketing to create emotional connections.…
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EP314 Allergy Awareness: Navigating the World of Food Allergies with Tina L.R. Dominguez, PA-C, MMS
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In this episode, Lori Taylor interviews Tina Dominguez, a physician assistant specializing in pediatric allergies. They discuss the clinical side of pediatric allergies, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment options. They also touch on the challenges faced by families with food allergies and the importance of food allergy education and awa…
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EP313 Utilizing Excess Produce to Revive Communities with Will Kornegay, founder and CEO of Ripe Revival
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Will Kornegay, founder and CEO of Ripe Revival, joins the Produce Moms podcast to discuss the issue of farm excess and how his company is working to bridge the gap between farm excess and food access.
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EP312 Creating Delicious and Organic Snacks for Families with Dionne Laslo Baker, Founder of DeeBee’s Organics
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Dr. Dionne Laslo Baker, founder of DeeBee's Organics, joins the Produce Moms podcast to discuss her journey in creating organic freezer pops that are both delicious and nutritious. Dr. Dionne shares her background in medical research and her passion for providing healthy treats for children.
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EP311 The Value Chain of Cotton Production with Jennifer Crumpler, Director of Stakeholder Relations, at Bayer Crop Science
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In this episode, Lori Taylor and Jennifer Crumpler discuss the impact of cotton agriculture, the cotton value chain, sustainability practices, and the differences between natural and synthetic fibers.
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In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor and Jackie London discuss the health benefits of cherries. They highlight the nutritional properties of cherries, including their antioxidant content, anti-inflammatory properties, and ability to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.…
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