The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly

Cold Fronts, Fresh Produce & Fruit Logistica 2026

A powerful cold spell is sweeping across the United States — from snow flurries in Florida to citrus growers on alert in California and Texas. In this episode, we break down how the freeze is affecting produce supply, harvest timing, transportation, and pricing, all while recapping recent travels from Tucson and the SWIPE Conference. Weather volatility is shaping the market in real time, and we explore what buyers, shippers, and retailers should expect in the coming weeks. Then we shift gears as the show heads to Berlin, Germany, for Fruit Logistica — one of the world’s largest fresh‑produce trade events. We look at Berlin’s unique history in global food logistics, what to expect at the show, and the innovations likely to shape the year ahead. Special thanks to our international marketers DRC, VOG, and Global Women Fresh. Join us for a global look at produce as we get ready to head across the pond. www.aglifemedia.com

New Produce Finds: Zucchiolo, Valentine Pomelo, and the Colorful World of Cauliflower - Fresh From the Field Fridays

This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays with Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss, Ross is fresh back from the SWIPE show and brings us a brand-new item called Zucchiolo. We also talk frozen grapes and why they’re such a great snack. On the produce table: Gold Nugget mandarins, Valentine pomelo, and a full lineup of cauliflower – white, green, purple, orange, plus the wild looking Romanesco. What’s the difference between them all? We break it down. We also get into waxy potatoes versus starchy potatoes, and why Idaho isn’t the only state growing great spuds. And we wrap it up with Proprietor burger leaf lettuce, a perfect fit for keto and low-carb lifestyles. It’s all right here on Fresh from the Field Fridays, from The Produce Industry Network and powered by AgLife Media. Check out AgLifeMedia.com today!

Policy, People, and Pricing: France’s Ban on Ag Substances, Consumer Insights, Dynamic Pricing - Global Fresh Series

> We begin with a deep dive into France’s recent decree banning five active substances on a range of fresh produce, regardless of country of origin, and explore what this unilateral move means for growers, exporters, and global supply chains operating within and beyond the European Union. > Next, we’re excited to introduce a new segment, Consumer Insights, featuring Nicole MacDonald, who joins us to unpack how today’s consumers are thinking about food choices, trust, transparency, and value in an increasingly complex marketplace. > We close the episode by addressing dynamic pricing — a growing concern for consumers and a powerful, and sometimes controversial, tool for perishable products. As technology and pricing algorithms evolve, we discuss where opportunity meets consumer perception, and why balance will be critical moving forward. > From regulatory shifts to consumer expectations and the economics of perishables, this episode connects the dots on the pressures — and possibilities — shaping the future of fresh.

Joseph Banks: Fame, Tantrums, and the Seeds of Empire (Part 4) - The History of Fresh Produce

Fresh from fame and flush with ambition, Joseph Banks sets out to remake the world in his own image. But what happens when celebrity curdles into entitlement, when science collides with the Navy, and when one man’s colossal ego derails an imperial voyage before it even leaves port? Join John and Patrick as Banks plans a second South Seas expedition, throws one of the great tantrums of the eighteenth century, and quietly begins his transformation from globe-trotting naturalist into the most powerful scientific fixer in Britain. ---------- In Sponsorship with Cornell University: Dyson Cornell SC Johnson College of Business ----------- Join the History of Fresh Produce Club [https://app.theproduceindustrypodcast.com/access/] for ad-free listening, bonus episodes, book discounts and access to an exclusive chatroom community. Support us! 1. Share this episode with your friends 2. Give a 5-star rating 3. Write a review ----------- Subscribe to our biweekly newsletter here [https://historyoffreshproduce.substack.com/] for extra stories related to recent episodes, book recommendations, a sneak peek of upcoming episodes and more. ----------- Instagram, TikTok, Threads: @historyoffreshproduce Email: historyoffreshproduce@gmail.com [historyoffreshproduce@gmail.com]

Desert Debut at the Southwest International Produce Expo

Patrick Kelly and co‑host Ross Nelson take you straight to Tucson, Arizona for their very first Southwest International Produce Expo experience. From teeing off at the golf tournament to diving into education sessions, shaking hands at networking events, and walking the buzzing expo floor, this episode captures the energy and discovery of seeing the show through fresh eyes. Join the recap as Patrick and Ross sit down with industry leaders from Albertsons, Wakefern, HEB, and more to unpack trends, standout innovations, and the relationships shaping the future of produce. It’s a week of learning, laughter, and lively conversations you won’t want to miss.