Join us for a historic first as Global Women Fresh presents its first-ever Café Virtual in Spanish, bringing together voices that empower, uplift, and lead across the global produce industry.

Hosted by the incredible Julie Escobar, Co-Founder of Global Women Fresh, and the inspiring Coach Jen Monterroso, this live segment highlights Latina leadership, connection, and community within the fresh produce space.

Get ready for powerful insights, real stories, and an inclusive conversation focused on empowering women around the world—now en Español!

Tune in, connect, and be part of this groundbreaking moment for Global Women Leaders!

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In this episode of the Global Fresh Series, we take you on a tour of the international trade show circuit, diving into the key takeaways from Freshfel Europe’s sustainability-focused events and the innovation-packed Macfrut 2025 in Rimini.

We also explore the booming global demand for fresh cherries, their emergence as a premium fruit, and how they’re shaping sourcing and strategy in key markets. Finally, we zoom in on China’s growing influence in the produce space — from skyrocketing cherry imports to evolving consumer expectations.

Tune in for a fresh look at the global produce pulse — where trade, taste, and trends meet.

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We're back with Part 2 of our special coverage from the ROFDA Conference, and co-host Dan Avakian joins Patrick Kelly as we dive deeper into the innovation, collaboration, and leadership shaping the retail and wholesale produce space.

In this episode, we sit down with a phenomenal lineup of guests including:

🥬 Brent Shammo – bringing insights on fresh strategies and customer engagement

🥕 Teresa Pope – sharing her perspective on supplier partnerships and sustainability

🍊 Miguel Herrera – exploring distribution excellence and operational growth

🍇 Patrick Bittle – highlighting tech trends and future-forward thinking in the industry

🍎 Rob Austin – discussing leadership, legacy, and building strong produce programs

Whether you're a buyer, grower, retailer, or industry enthusiast, this episode is packed with powerful takeaways from key voices helping to shape the future of produce.

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In this episode of The Global Fresh Series, we sit down with industry strategist Peter Tasgal to unpack the complex world of tariffs and their ripple effects on global produce trade. From shifting trade routes to rising costs and strategic pivots, Peter shares invaluable insights on how companies can stay resilient in a volatile trade environment. Whether you're navigating global markets or watching policy changes unfold, this is a must-listen for staying ahead in the produce industry.

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The rise of Carthage is one of the most dazzling stories of the ancient world. A tale of cunning queens, glittering harbors, and empires built not just by sword and sail, but by soil.

In this episode, John and Patrick trace the astonishing birth of Carthage - from Queen Elyssa’s legendary ox-hide bargain to the booming agricultural empire that threatened Rome itself. Far from a mere city of merchants, Carthage was a powerhouse of farming innovation: with iron plows, vine-laced terraces, and sweet wines that made even the Romans jealous.

At its heart was a rich and fertile land, one so abundant that Homer himself sang its praises. From pomegranates to elephants, from olive groves to slave-worked estates, Carthage was an empire rooted in the earth. And behind it all loomed a mysterious figure: Mago of Carthage, the so-called "father of agriculture," whose lost treatise would echo across centuries.

Join John and Patrick as they unearth the agricultural engine behind Carthage’s meteoric rise. A story of invention, ambition, and the fields that fed an empire on the brink of war with Rome.

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In Part 1 of our ROFDA Conference Series, host Patrick Kelly and co-host Dan Avakian take you behind the scenes at one of the most dynamic gatherings in the retail and wholesale food industry.

We kick things off with a powerful conversation featuring Chris Greco, accomplished Tech CEO, published author, and the keynote speaker of the event. Chris shares his vision on technology’s role in driving innovation, leadership in a rapidly evolving marketplace, and how we can future-proof the food supply chain.

Get ready to be inspired, informed, and energized as we launch this exciting series from the ROFDA floor!

Stay Tuned for Part two next week!

Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are back from the road and back in the garden.

Ross shares his visit to Natural Grocers in Colorado, Dan reports in from Arizona, and both give quick updates from their own backyards.

On the table this week:

🫐 California blueberries

🍒 New crop cherries and fresh varieties

🥦 A quick merchandising tip for jumbo asparagus

🍓 And some smart advice for picking strawberries at your farmers market.

It's all right here on Fresh from the Field Fridays!

And from both of us—Happy Mother’s Day!

In this exciting episode of The Global Fresh Series, we sit down with Josep Estiarte, Managing Director of Bloom Fresh, to explore how innovation, flavor, and sustainability are driving a new era in fresh produce. Josep dives into Bloom Fresh’s mission to create varieties that not only taste better but last longer, reduce waste, and captivate global consumers. From game-changing table grape varieties to bold branding strategies, this episode uncovers how Bloom Fresh is reshaping the produce landscape one juicy bite at a time.

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