The Produce Moms Podcast

In this engaging conversation, Lori Taylor and Jackie London explore the nutritional benefits of grapes, debunk common myths surrounding their sugar content, and highlight their role in promoting heart health, cognitive function, and overall wellness.

In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor welcomes back Jackie London, a Registered Dietitian and Chief Nutrition Officer, to discuss the latest trends in nutrition and produce. They explore insights from the New York Produce Show, emphasizing the growing importance of convenience in produce, flavor innovations, and the significance of traceability and transparency in the food indus...

In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, Lori Taylor welcomes Anthony Corsaro, a thought leader in regenerative agriculture. They discuss Anthony's personal journey into the world of regenerative practices, the importance of soil health, and the challenges faced by both emerging and established brands in adopting these practices.

In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes back grocery retail expert Brittain Ladd to discuss significant trends and events shaping the grocery industry in 2025. They delve into the failed Kroger-Albertsons merger, the competitive landscape of major retailers like Costco, Amazon, Walmart, and Target, and the challenges of attracting and retaining talent in the produce...

In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori welcomes back Pamela Riemann Schneider to discuss the latest trends in the produce industry for the new year. They explore the evolution of food trends, the dominance of protein in consumer behavior, the importance of functional foods, and the cultural influences shaping grocery shopping.

This episode highlights the work done by our Trailblazer award recipient, Mollie Van Lieu. 

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, and the future goals for nutrition policy.

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.

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.

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.  

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 promote fruit and vegetable consumption, and the import...

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.    

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.

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.

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, protects the environment, and builds transparent supp...

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.

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.  

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 diets on produce consumption, and the role of data...