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In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by David Magaña, senior vice president and senior analyst at RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness. Magaña is responsible for covering and analyzing the U.S. and North American fresh fruit and vegetable industries for RaboBank, and his insights are deeply relevant to anyone in the ag industry. In this episode, Magaña shares the current economic picture for global blueberry supply and demand, and provides a taste of what he'll share in his keynote presentation at the upcoming 2026 Blueberry Convention, Sept. 22-25 in Monterey, California. “ When we look at how much blueberry availability has been increasing over the past decade, that's an impressive story to tell. But still, with a lot of room for growth. We're talking just in the U.S., when we look only at the fresh segment, about three pounds per person per year, and still with a lot of room for growth.” – David Magaña Topics covered include: An introduction to Magaña and his work at RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness.A discussion of the current economic drivers of global blueberry supply and demand.A recap of a recent presentation Magaña delivered at the 16th Aneberries Conference in Mexico.The outlook for the economic opportunities and potential challenges ahead for the blueberry industry.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Emilie Parkanzky in Michigan, Alan Schreiber in Washington, Liczy Sotomayor in Mexico, Luis Vegas in Peru and Sunny Brar in British Columbia. This was recorded on August 27, 2026.

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Emergency medicine physician and associate chief medical officer for Northwestern Medicine's Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Jeffrey Bohmer joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about other foods that are linked to the cyclospora outbreak and if this is something that will go away on its own. He also discusses the popularity of protein-rich […]

Ruling planet Earth for eons beyond count, dinosaurs continue to fuel the imagination and curiosity of people young and old even today, 65 million years after the last one perished. Ben and Pat are two of those people. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys welcome a very special guest into the studio, local dinosaur expert Hudson. Together, these three amateur paleontologists excavate their way through natural history as they share some astounding facts and compelling theories regarding prehistoric reptilian life, while also covering the usual dose of news, stories, and Sumo updates that you'll only hear here. Exactly how large were velociraptors compared to modern-day animals? Was there a carnivorous dinosaur that outsized even the Tyrannosaurus Rex? Could certain dinosaurs have survived the various, well-known, extinction periods? Is yet another NFL gameday broadcaster in hot water with the law? For answers to these questions, and a Jurassic amount more, please give this extra-special episode of 4Thirty in the Morning a listen!

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In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined once again by Luis Miguel Vegas, general manager of Proarándanos, the Peruvian Blueberry Growers & Exporter Association. Vegas leads the charge in representing and promoting Peru's blueberry sector globally and shares in our weekly crop reporting. In this episode, provides critical data and strategic insights from the Peruvian blueberry industry.“The decision that we have made is to update our forecast on a monthly basis. … What we want is to inform the markets, to inform the industry as a whole, so that everybody's prepared, and we think the best way right now to do that is to go with a short-term forecast based on the variability that El Niño can affect our numbers.” – Luis Miguel Vegas Topics covered include: An introduction to Vegas and his work at Proarándanos.A discussion of Peru's blueberry production volume and where it's exported globally.The differences between El Niño in 2023 and the expected impact if a repeat event occurs.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Emilie Parkanzky in Michigan, TJ Hafner in Oregon, Luis Vegas in Peru and Sunny Brar in British Columbia. This was recorded on July 30, 2026.

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Dana Concepcion, senior director of fresh and frozen at Walmart Connect. Concepcion sits at the intersection of fresh merchandising and modern digital advertising. In her role, she drives advertising growth across some of the company's most strategic categories, partnering up with leading produce, meat, frozen and bread manufacturers to deliver data-driven, omnichannel marketing solutions. She joins the podcast to discuss aligning blueberry campaigns to seasonal supply fluctuations, leveraging co-branded recipe campaigns and measuring incremental growth.“ What makes our relationship so unique is that there's a real shared goal that we all have. It's a 360 collaboration between our team at Walmart Connect, the merchant and buyer teams at Walmart, the blueberry council, the growers, everyone all together, and the shared goal there is really growing overall blueberry consumption.” – Dana Concepcion Topics covered include: An introduction to Concepcion and her role with Walmart Connect.How Walmart Connect uses real-time shopper and purchase data across omni-channel ad formats.Opportunities to align blueberry campaigns to seasonal supply fluctuations, leveraging co-branded recipe campaigns.How Walmart measures incremental growth through sales lift, new-to-category buyers and repeat purchases.How Walmart uses in-store tactics like deli/bakery screens and product demos to drive impulse buying.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from TJ Hafner in Oregon, Emilie Parkanzky in Michigan and Alan Schreiber in Washington. This was recorded on July 23, 2026.

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” we welcome guest host Steve Mantle, founder and CEO of Innov8.ag and USHBC's partner in the BerrySmart Field program, who's joined by Tim Bucher, CEO and founder of Agtonomy. Together, they discuss how autonomy and physical AI are reshaping farm work in specialty crops, including blueberries. Bucher discusses how he brings together his background in farming and technology to provide innovation that is helping farmers economically implement autonomy on their farms.“ As a farmer, I don't want a startup company to sell me equipment. I want my trusted brands. And so we designed Agtonomy as a software platform to work with global tier-one equipment manufacturers to help turn their equipment into real autonomous robots.” – Tim Bucher Topics covered include: An introduction to Bucher.The ideas that led to the creation of Agtonomy, and why their partnership model is making this technology more accessible for growers.A case study of how Okanogan Specialty Fruits is using Agtonomy in their Washington orchards.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Derrin Wheeler in Georgia, Emilie Parkanzky in Michigan, Alan Schreiber in Washington, T.J. Hafner in Oregon, Alec Arena in New Jersey, Sonny Brar in British Columbia and Luis Vegas in Peru. This was recorded on July 16, 2026.

BLUEBERRIES!!! Corks and Kegs. And Lest We Forget takes us back to 'Revolutionary' Times with this weekend's reenactmant in St. Joe. WMTA's Kathleen Schiefler has all we need to know about these events and why YOU should be a 'Shutter Bug!' All in this week's epispde. WMTA.Org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by first-time guest and Blueberry Leadership Program class four fellow Fletcher Simmons. Simmons is a fourth-generation farmer from Archer, Florida. He's currently the operations manager at Straughn Farms, one of the largest growers in the state. Over the past five years, he has helped the team at Straughn Farms adapt to the ever-evolving blueberry industry through innovations in the field and the packing house. He joins us to share his journey in the blueberry industry, the reason he joined the Blueberry Leadership Program and how he has overcome recent challenges in his operation. “ I have always wanted to have a greater impact on our nation. So, what better way to do that than to get with marketers and other growers and all the players in our industry, and let's all work together to build this thing up and keep it going in the right direction for generations to come.” – Fletcher Simmons Topics covered include: An introduction to Simmons.How Simmons learned about the Blueberry Leadership Program and what he hopes to achieve by participating in it. The challenges faced by growers in the southeast when a severe freeze hit their crop this year.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Ryan Rainey in Michigan, TJ Hafner in Oregon, Alec Arena in New Jersey, Michelle Borges in California, Kristen Brinkley in North Carolina, Sonny Brar in British Columbia, Luis Vegas in Peru and Mario Ramirez in Mexico. This was recorded on July 2, 2026.

Blueberry growers have voiced concerns over the prospect of New Zealand relaxing its food import rules following an E.coli outbreak in the US. The outbreak has been linked to a shipment of frozen berries in Chile. The growers fear that MPI changes to berry imports could also bring new pests or diseases onto New Zealand shores. One grower, Dan Peach, says MPI hasn't considered the risks involved in making these changes. "It's not a question of if it's going to happen, it's a matter of when - and how much is tolerable. And that's where risk-based assessments need to be looked at, on a case-by-case basis." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sherri Harrah talks to you from her garden on July 5th, 2026 and fruits are a big topic, tomatoes, blueberries and strawberries.  Also helping with Aphids, Azaleas, and roses as heard on SportsRadio 610 The post Tomatoes, Blueberries, Strawberries, Aphids, Azaleas, Roses -260705-H1 appeared first on HomeShow Garden Pros Radio.

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Denny Vander Kooi, a third-generation blueberry grower from Allegan, Michigan, who's currently serving as Michigan's representative on the USHBC Council. Beyond the farm, Vander Kooi has become an important voice around grower involvement, serving on USHBC's Industry Engagement Committee and helping connect growers more directly to the work being done on behalf of the category. Vander Kooi shares his valuable perspective on where the blueberry industry is headed and the opportunities he sees ahead.“I think a lot of growers, when they're selling to a marketer, they're thinking that marketer is the customer. And what really comes home when we're at the USHBC meetings is that our customer is the mother and the kids and the parents that are eating the blueberries at home. Our customer is the end user, and I don't think we always think of it that way and have thought about that in the past. … We need to increase the demand and increase the ability for the end consumers to enjoy blueberries more, and we need to do that advertising. And I see USHBC is really the only fair way that everybody participates in that. ” - Denny Vander Kooi Topics covered include: An introduction to Vander Kooi and his volunteer roles with the USHBC.The opportunities he sees for the blueberry industry, and how producers can optimize household consumption.The extent of grower oversight when it comes to USHBC budgets and expenditures.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. TJ Hafner in Oregon, Michelle Borges in California, Alan Schreiber in Washington, Alec Arena in New Jersey, Derrin Wheeler in Georgia, Kristin Brinkley in North Carolina, Ryan Rainey in Michigan, Pat Goin in Indiana, Mario Ramirez in Mexico, Luis Vegas in Peru and Sunny Brar in British Columbia. This was recorded on June 25, 2026.

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In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council, is joined by Tammy Brannen, owner of Creekside Berry Farms in Georgia. Brannen spent more than 20 years as a registered nurse before returning to her family's agricultural roots. Today, she combines that clinical expertise with her farming background, chairing the USHBC's Health and Research Advisory Board, as well as representing Georgia on the USHBC board. She joins the show to talk about advancing the blueberry health halo and her experience as a Georgia grower.“ I felt kind of called toward the health research piece of it due to being in nursing and seeing how important it is to get the right foods and to intake the right foods. I knew for years that blueberries were a good source of nutrition. It's actually been amazing to see how beneficial it is, blueberry consumption, and actually what it does to help with brain function and gut function and all the things.” – Tammy Brannen Topics covered include: An introduction to Brannen and her experiences as a Georgia grower and former nurse.A discussion of Brannen's journey into USHBC leadership.The process for selecting USHBC's health research projects and how the research helps advance the blueberry health halo.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Alan Schreiber in Washington, Michelle Borges in California, TJ Hafner in Oregon, Pat Goin in Indiana, Ryan Rainey in Michigan, Derrin Wheeler in Georgia, Kristin Brinkley in North Carolina, Sonny Brar in British Columbia, Alec Arena in New Jersey and Mario Ramirez in Mexico. This was recorded on June 18, 2026.

Family Tree Farms Vice President Daniel Jackson says California agriculture faces significant challenges from water policy uncertainty, but he remains optimistic about the future of farming and the next generation of growers. During the second part of a recent AgNet News Hour interview, Jackson discussed water regulations, labor concerns, blueberry production, and the importance of maintaining California's agricultural legacy. Jackson, whose family has farmed in California since the 1930s, said one of the biggest issues facing growers today is uncertainty surrounding groundwater regulations under California's Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). According to Jackson, constantly changing rules create difficulties for farmers making long-term investments in permanent crops such as peaches, almonds, and other tree fruits. “Farmers are not confident,” Jackson said, explaining that growers often do not know what water restrictions they may face several years into the future after making substantial investments in orchards and other perennial crops. He noted that reliable water supplies remain essential for maintaining productive farmland and supporting rural economies throughout California. Jackson emphasized that water infrastructure and storage projects could provide long-term benefits not only for agriculture but also for communities and environmental needs. Despite the challenges, Jackson remains committed to farming in California. He said Family Tree Farms continues to invest in the state while also expanding production into other regions and countries to maintain year-round supplies of fresh produce. Blueberries have become a major component of that strategy. Family Tree Farms now participates in blueberry production and marketing programs across multiple regions, allowing consumers to access fresh blueberries throughout the year. Jackson said demand continues to grow as consumers increasingly recognize the fruit's health benefits. “People need them,” Jackson said while discussing the popularity of blueberries and their reputation as a healthy snack option. California's blueberry season is expected to conclude earlier than normal this year due to unusually warm spring weather that accelerated crop development across many fruit-producing regions. Jackson said growers throughout the industry are seeing earlier harvest timing in numerous commodities, including stone fruit and blueberries. As for Family Tree Farms' stone fruit season, Jackson expects harvests to wrap up sooner than usual. He encouraged consumers to take advantage of peak-season fruit while supplies remain plentiful. Apricots, peaches, nectarines, and other specialty fruits continue to be available through the company's retail and wholesale channels. Beyond crop production, Jackson stressed the importance of encouraging future generations to remain involved in agriculture. He expressed concern that regulatory burdens and uncertainty may discourage young people from entering farming but remains hopeful that California agriculture can continue thriving with strong leadership and common-sense policies. Throughout the conversation, Jackson repeatedly emphasized the critical role farmers play in producing food for consumers and supporting local communities. He noted that agriculture remains one of California's foundational industries and said growers will continue adapting to challenges while working to provide safe, nutritious food. “We want to continue doing what we have a passion for doing,” Jackson said. “It's great to see somebody smile when they eat a big juicy apricot or a peach.”

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In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Haiying Zhang, USHBC's director of global business development. Zhang has spent the last several years helping position U.S. blueberries for growth far beyond our domestic market by building relationships and helping exporters better understand where global demand is expanding. Zhang shares what she's seeing firsthand in the global market, and where the greatest opportunities for growth lie.“As a result, what you are seeing in these markets is a lot of media coverage about USA Blueberries. So we successfully generate the buzz about our product. That's our goal. And in many of these markets, if you look at the product life cycle, we are still at the introductory stage … meaning we have a long runway to go. And so it's very important that we build, reach new customers and we also inspire existing customers to increase their purchasing frequency, and that's why we invest the dollars .” – Haiying Zhang Topics covered include: An introduction to Zhang and her work with USHBC. The significance and impact of the USHBC recently earning a $1 million Foreign Agriculture Service Grant from the USDA.Details on the USHBC Export Database and the USHBC Supplier Database that can help highlight blueberry operations during global market discussions.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Alan Schreiber in Washington, TJ Hafner in Oregon, Alec Arena in New Jersey, Ryan Rainey in Michigan, Derrin Wheeler in Georgia, Pat Goin in Indiana, Sunny Brar in British Columbia and Kristen Brinkley in North Carolina. This was recorded on June 11, 2026.

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 Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne explores the science and practical benefits of the MIND Diet, an evidence-based eating plan designed to boost brain health and support those who are undergoing cancer treatment or navigating survivorship. The conversation focuses on how nutrition can directly influence cognition, memory, and overall well-being. Saranne offers actionable guidance for adding more leafy greens, berries, healthy fats, and plant-based proteins into everyday routines. Listeners will learn how even simple dietary changes, such as including more blueberries or replacing butter with olive oil, can help manage issues like chemo brain and enhance cognitive resilience, particularly for those living with or recovering from cancer, including those facing Stage IV. Jacqui Bryan is a functional medicine expert, certified nutrition specialist, registered nurse, whole health educator, and certified health coach. She brings decades of experience empowering individuals to make science-based, sustainable health choices. Jacqui is highly regarded for translating complex medical information into practical and accessible advice, always with deep compassion for her clients. "Including berries, especially blueberries, a couple times a week can have a profound effect on memory and cognitive decline." ~Jacqui Bryan Today on Beating Cancer Daily:·     The MIND Diet is a research-backed approach that combines elements of the Mediterranean and DASH diets and focuses on nourishing the brain alongside the body·     Leafy greens are essential, with at least six servings per week linked to having brain function equivalent to someone 11 years younger·     Blueberries are celebrated as a key food, rich in anthocyanins that reach the brain and may help improve memory·     Healthy fats such as extra-virgin olive oil and fatty fish provide necessary components for brain cell membranes·     Plant-based proteins like beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds help feed good bacteria in the gut, which in turn impacts mood, cognition, and sleep·     The MIND Diet encourages limiting red meat, cheese, pastries, and fried or fast food to protect brain health·     The focus is on making consistent progress rather than achieving perfection, since even modest improvements in eating habits offer cognitive benefits·     Small changes, like adding berries or using olive oil instead of butter, can create noticeable improvements in mental function Resources Mentioned: JacquiBryan.com 2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series FinalistRanked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025. Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg. To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/ Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne

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Blueberries continue to gain popularity with consumers, and industry leaders are looking for new ways to keep that momentum growing through innovative products, creative marketing, and expanded consumer engagement. In today's episode of the AgNet News Hour, U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council President Kasey Cronquist discussed how the industry is leveraging the Blueberry Boost Accelerator program to inspire new uses for blueberries and expand demand across multiple consumer segments. Cronquist said blueberries have evolved far beyond a seasonal fruit and are now available year-round thanks to domestic production and global supply chains. As consumer demand continues to rise, the industry is searching for new opportunities to incorporate blueberries into products beyond their traditional breakfast and snack applications. The Blueberry Boost Accelerator was created to encourage entrepreneurs and food companies to develop innovative products featuring blueberries. The program offers participants mentorship, industry exposure, and cash prizes while helping identify new ways consumers can incorporate blueberries into their daily diets. “We want blueberries to be the world's favorite fruit,” Cronquist said. “USHBC exists to give more consumers in the United States more reasons to buy more blueberries.” The initiative reflects a broader trend within agriculture, where successful commodities increasingly rely on marketing and product innovation to maintain growth. Cronquist noted that blueberries already enjoy strong consumer recognition for their nutritional value, but the industry sees significant opportunities to increase consumption through new product categories and applications. One example highlighted during the interview was last year's competition winner, a high-protein whipped mousse dessert that incorporated blueberries as a featured ingredient. Programs like the accelerator help connect blueberry growers with emerging food companies looking to capitalize on consumer interest in health, wellness, convenience, and high-protein foods. The blueberry industry is also benefiting from broader consumer trends emphasizing healthy eating. Cronquist said blueberries align well with growing demand for nutritious snacks, functional foods, and fresh produce options that support wellness-focused lifestyles. According to Cronquist, approximately half of U.S. households currently consume blueberries, leaving significant room for future growth. Increasing production acreage and expanded availability have helped support rising demand, while ongoing marketing efforts aim to introduce blueberries to new consumers and new occasions throughout the day. Packaging innovation also remains a priority. From larger family-sized containers to grab-and-go snack packs, the industry continues exploring ways to improve convenience and accessibility for consumers. These efforts are designed to help ensure every berry finds a home while supporting continued growth for growers. Cronquist said the industry is seeing strong fruit quality this season and remains optimistic about future opportunities. As consumer interest in healthy foods continues to grow, blueberries are well-positioned to capitalize on evolving dietary trends and changing purchasing habits. The Blueberry Boost Accelerator is currently accepting interest from entrepreneurs and companies interested in developing blueberry-based products, with winners to be announced later this year.    

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Brandon Raso, Variety Farms farm and operations manager, and the recent recipient of the 2026 National Outstanding Young Farmer award. Raso is a fourth-generation grower at Variety Farms in Hammonton, New Jersey, where he manages over 750 acres of production. He also serves on the USHBC Council as treasurer, and is chair of the Finance Committee. Whether he's advocating for growers in D.C. or implementing the latest mechanical harvesting tech at home, he's at the forefront of the “next gen” movement. “We obviously have a lot of runway left with reaching higher consumption levels and, so, I just think there's a lot of light at the end of the tunnel on this, and it's something we don't have to fight tooth and nail for. I think as long as we make the right moves and stay conscious about the decisions we're making, I think this thing is naturally going to catapult itself into a new category in terms of consumption, people realizing the benefits and reaching new audiences. It's like we're so fortunate to be part of this.” – Brandon Raso Topics covered include: An introduction to Raso and his work. The history Raso represents as a fourth-generation grower.The impact he's having on the industry due to his involvement at the local and national levels. Where he sees the most potential for growth in the industry. Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Derrin Wheeler in Georgia, TJ Hafner in Oregon, Ryan Rainey in Michigan, Pat Goin in Indiana, Kristen Brinkley in North Carolina and Sunny Brar in British Columbia. This was recorded on May 28, 2026.

The Context of White Supremacy hosts the Counter-Racist Weekly Review 05/30/26. This broadcast examines current events from across the globe to learn what's happening in all areas of people activity. We cultivate Counter-Racist Media Literacy by scrutinizing journalists' word choices and using logic to deconstruct what is reported as "news." We'll use these sessions to hone our use of terms as tools to reveal truth, neutralize Racists/White people. #ANTIBLACKNESS This week, we analyze the ongoing enforcement of racial terror and state policy: 1. Direct Racist Violence and Neighborhood Vandalism: We examine a disturbing series of direct, racially motivated property attacks and terror tactics aimed at Black people. This includes the arrest of a 13-year-old charged with hate crimes for vandalism in Central, Louisiana, a targeted attack on a Black family's home in Farmington Hills, Michigan, and explicit white supremacist graffiti left on a residential street in Slidell, Louisiana. We analyze how these cross-generational actions function to enforce fear and maintain racial terror in Black spaces. 2. The Vape Industry's New Target: We investigate reports that senior regulators within the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) were completely blindsided by policy maneuvers opening the market to unauthorized, fruit-flavored e-cigarettes. We examine the corporate strategy behind these new products—including new fruit-flavored options—and the systemic implications for non-white children who will likely bear the brunt of these predatory marketing tactics. 3. Biometric Surveillance and Ocular Cataloging: We dissect a massive $25 million no-bid contract finalized by ICE to flood the streets with over 1,500 handheld, smartphone-based iris scanners. We scrutinize the expansion of this biometric database, analyzing how this BI2 Tech acts as a digital dragnet targeting non-white oculars during field operations. Furthermore, we question the broader scope of this surveillance infrastructure, examining the very real threat of these tools being weaponized to scan the eyeballs of non-white protesters and US citizens under the guise of state security. #EndStageWhiteSupremacy #COINTELPRO #TheRedboneDeception #TheCOWS17Years INVEST in The COWS – [http://paypal.me/TheCOWS](http://paypal.me/TheCOWS) Cash App: [https://cash.app/$TheCOWS](https://cash.app/$TheCOWS) CALL IN NUMBER: 720.716.7300 CODE 564943#

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Counci (NABC)l, is joined by Brian Bocock, president and CEO of MBG Marketing. After more than three decades helping shape the berry business from the warehouse floor to executive leadership at Naturipe Farms, Bocock has stepped into a new role with MBG Marketing. He's also a grower in Michigan who has held numerous leadership positions with USHBC and NABC. Bocock joins us to share what his new role means to him, the vision he brings to MBG, and how he sees the future of our industry at a time when alignment and leadership matter more than ever.“My vision is that MBG continues and grows a lot over the next five to eight years, built upon success, not growth for the sake of growth. … There is another huge component of this, and I've been an advocate of this and MBG has for a long time, involvement in NABC and USHBC and other organizations, including state organizations. It's just so important that we get as much talent from our grower base, from our management team, engaged in these organizations to help drive success through there. Because they're reaching some places that we, MBG, are not gonna hit by ourselves.” – Brian Bocock Topics covered include: Bocock's new role at MBG Marketing.The profound loss and lasting legacy of previous MBG Marketing CEO Brad Moorer.A discussion about what Bocock sees as the immediate future and long-term potential for the blueberry industry.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. You'll hear from Ryan Rainey in Michigan, Michelle Borges in California, TJ Hafner in Oregon, Mario in Mexico, Brittany Lee in Florida, Kristin Brinkley in North Carolina, Alec Arena in New Jersey, Luis Vegas in Peru, and Sunny Bar in British Columbia. This was recorded on May 21, 2026.

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Episodes 6 and 7 of “Perfect Match” dropped this week, leaving us with just the finale for next week – just as the show is finally starting to pick up steam. Putting the abysmal pacing aside, the drama is heating up as Demari and Marissa's diametrically opposed communication styles threaten to tear apart their increasingly miserable relationship, one Jimmy does a better job locking it down than the other, and the singles make increasingly audacious plays for a spot in the house. A bait-and-switch kissing challenge brings it all together. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined once again by Leslie Wada, Ph.D. Dr. Wada is USHBC's senior director of nutrition and health research. She's also a researcher, scientist and a registered dietitian who has spent over 15 years working alongside our industry and USHBC leadership to help turn blueberries into a global health icon.“ If we can get (young) consumers aware of the importance of blueberries and have it just be a staple of their diet, hopefully there will be more than one in 10 adults who eat the recommended fruits and vegetables by the time they are adults. … Getting kids exposed to blueberries in schools, … that's one way.” – Leslie Wada, Ph.D. Topics covered include: An introduction to Dr. Wada and her work at USHBC.A discussion of the council's contribution to research efforts, recent focus on cognitive health and involvement with school nutrition programs. A look at what comes next for health research and what that means for the blueberry industry.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Alan Schreiber in Washington, T.J. Hafner in Oregon, Ryan Rainey in Michigan, Brittany Lee in Florida, Mario Ramirez in Mexico, Pat Goin in Indiana, Kristen Brinkley in North Carolina, Alec Arena in New Jersey, Sunny Brar in British Columbia, Michelle Borges in California and Derrin Wheeler in Georgia. This was recorded on May 7, 2026.

In this episode: Why blueberries are back on the 2026 Dirty Dozen.  What pesticides were found on them (spoiler: a lot) The EWG's full Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 -- and the simple shopping protocol that saves you money Why "wild" blueberries are not the clean alternative you might think Valérie Orsoni on biohacking since before it had a name Layne Norton and Dave Asprey spat THREE new red light devices.  Guest: Valérie Orsoni, author of 55+ bestselling books, biohacker since 1998 and longevity expert. And her awesome new book is out now (in some languages, more to come later this year!) Follow Valérie Orsoni on Instagram.

Our planet is full of blue things. The sea, the sky. Blueberries, bluebirds, bluebells. If English is your only language, it's probably inconceivable to you that a language could exist without a word for blue. After all, it's one of the three primary colours according to traditional colour theory. And yet in reality not every language in the world does have a specific word for blue. You see, in some languages, blue and green are grouped together as a single category. Linguists sometimes refer to these as “grue” languages, a blend of the words green and blue. How do people get by without a word for blue? So why do some colours appear later than others? What about modern languages though - surely they all have a word for blue? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: How can I learn 1000 words in a new language? Does our personality change when we speak in another language? Are blue eyes really more sensitive to light? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Kevin Hamilton, vice president of global marketing and communications for USHBC and NABC. Over the past two years, Hamilton and his team have elevated how we look at what's next for driving consumer demand for blueberries at retail, helping to reshape how blueberries show up as a category. He joins the podcast to share about the USHBC's efforts at retail, and the impact these programs and retail relationships are having on the blueberry industry. “ We're here to simply do exactly what (retailers) want to do: Sell as many blueberries as possible at the best price. And then with the pilot projects that have turned into recurring projects with these retailers – they're seeing results. So the evolution has gone from introducing ourselves to now us getting phone calls from them, having a more collaborative relationship.” – Kevin Hamilton Topics covered include: An introduction to Hamilton and his work at the councils.A discussion of the efforts underway with retailers, and the importance of these relationships on driving demand for blueberries.A look into the strategies and tactics for growing the blueberry category at retail.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. You'll hear from Brittany Lee in Florida, Derrin Wheeler in Georgia, Kristin Brinkley in North Carolina, Alec Arena in New Jersey, TJ Hafner in Oregon, Eliza Spreitzer in Michigan, Pat Goin in Indiana, Sunny Brar in British Columbia, Mario Ramirez in Mexico and Luis Vegas in Peru. This was recorded on April 30, 2026.

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” we're sharing the highly requested and well-attended panel discussion Understanding Mexico's Production Landscape from The 2026 Blueberry Hill Climb and Industry Meetings. Facilitated by U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) vice chair Brittany Lee, this session brings together an elite panel of veteran voices providing firsthand experience on some of the difficult decisions currently reshaping the region. The panel includes Mario Flores, vice president of Twin River Berries; David Jackson, owner of Family Tree Farms; and Gonzalo De Elizalde, global product leadership vice president for Driscoll's. “ When we grow supply, we are seeing that the market can move and transact higher volumes of fruit at higher prices over time. I think that is thanks to the amount of fruit that is being produced and being pumped to the industry by Peru, Mexico, California, Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, Michigan, everyone. So, what I'm trying to say is that we are truly in it together.” – Gonzalo De Elizalde Topics covered include: A look at the blueberry production landscape in Mexico.A discussion of the impact of imports on the blueberry industry.An exploration of the labor challenges in Mexico and the U.S. Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. You'll hear from Sunny Brar in British Columbia, Pat Goin in Indiana, Kristin Brinkley in North Carolina, Eliza Spreitzer in Michigan, TJ Hafner in Oregon, Derrin Wheeler in Georgia, Michelle Borges in California and Alec Arena in New Jersey. This was recorded on April 23, 2026.

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by blueberry grower and new USHBC Chair Ellie Norris. Making her fourth appearance on “The Business of Blueberries,” she joins us to share her goals for her leadership roles in the blueberry industry, including a strong emphasis on building community within her team and making exceptional quality the standard for her farm and beyond. Norris has been immersed in management from an early age, beginning her career on her family's large-scale blueberry farm in Southern Oregon. There she developed one of her most valuable leadership skills: The ability to communicate effectively with diverse personalities and motivate teams toward shared success.“Blueberries check so many boxes. We have health, convenience, versatility, but we just can't assume that consumers automatically are going to connect those dots. There's a real upside to expanding how and when people use blueberries and making sure that our messaging keeps pace with how consumers shop and eat today. … There are just so many opportunities for us to expand our relevance to the consumer market and internationally, the opportunity is equally significant.” – Ellie Norris Topics covered include: Meet Ellie Norris, blueberry grower and new USHBC chair.Hear about the approach Norris will take in expanding the blueberry market, and how her leadership will achieve it.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughoutimportant blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Eliza Spreitzer in Georgia,Kristin Brinkley in North Carolina, Eliza Spreitzer in Michigan, T.J. Hafner in Oregon,Alan Schreiber in Washington, Pat Goin in Indiana, Michelle Borges in California, Sunny Brar in British Columbia, Luis Vegas in Peru, and Mario Ramirez in Mexico. This was recorded on April 16, 2026.

Recently converted Jewish-to-Catholic woman, Chrissie Mayr (ChrissieMayr.com) returns to the show this evening, and we just always love to have her. We shall be dipping into what is new with her, drama from the internet, the fake blueberry bagels that people are noticing at grocery stories across the country, and a little bit of the history of using beaver anal gland sacks to sweeten up American soft drinks. Recently, comedian Mark Normand did a comedy set for a crowd of exclusively Gen Z girls to see how his off-color jokes were received, and so I would like to watch with Chrissie in order to appreciate the jokes, but also assess the crowd's ability to enjoy a nice evening out of the house. Unleash Your Brain w/ Keto Brainz Nootropic 15% OFF w/ code APRIL: https://tinyurl.com/2cess6y7 Every purchase enters you into April's MASSIVE $1000 Product RAFFLE! E-Mail me for FREE SAMPLES of KB or SALTE Hydration Packets! Sponsor Monthly for VIP Perks: https://www.quitefrankly.tv/sponsor One-Time Tip: http://www.paypal.me/QuiteFranklyLive Quite Frankly Amazon Storefront: https://amazon.com/shop/quitefranklyofficial Official Coffee & Mugs: https://www.coffeerevolution.shop/category/quite-frankly Official QF MERCH: https://tinyurl.com/f3kbkr4s Gold & Silver: https://quitefrankly.gold Send Holiday cards, Letters, and other small gifts, to the Quite Frankly P.O. Box! Quite Frankly 222 Purchase Street, #105 Rye, NY, 10580 Tip in Crypto: BTC: bc1q97w5aazjf7pjjl50n42kdmj9pqyn5zndwh3lng XRP: rnES2vQV6d2jLpavzf7y97XD4AfK1MjePu Quite Frankly Socials: Twitter/X: @QuiteFranklyTV Instagram: @QuiteFranklyOfficial Discord Chat: https://discord.gg/xPu7YEXXRY Official Forum: https://tinyurl.com/k89p88s8 Telegram: https://t.me/quitefranklytv Streaming Live On: QuiteFrankly.tv (Powered by Foxhole) Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/yc2cn395 Rumble: https://tinyurl.com/yeytwwyz Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/quitefranklylive Audio On Demand: Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yk4yfdsa iTunes: http://apple.co/2dMURMq

For IBS Awareness Month I'm sharing mini daily podcasts about common foods and how they affect IBS or SIBO. I want to help you expand your diet, and understand more how foods affect your digestion.Most people with IBS can eat blueberries, but you might be worried about sugar in fruit. This short episode explains how to eat them, and why they are so good for your brain, immune system and gut health.If you're enjoying this podcast mini series please review or rate my podcast wherever you're listening.Normal weekly episodes return in May 2026.Buy my book - Inside Knowledge for people with IBS & SIBO (find it on Amazon)Get free weekly IBS & SIBO emails - https://mailchi.mp/goodnessme-nutrition.com/h6acndd1bsWork with me3 month Gut Reset - https://www.goodnessme-nutrition.com/consultations/Ready for your gut reset?

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Tom Barnes, interim director of data and business intelligence at the USHBC and NABC, and president and CEO of Category Partners. Barnes is a veteran of the perishables industry with a deep passion for how data drives retail success. He has spent over two decades helping major retailers and suppliers navigate the relationship between business insights and market performance. Under his leadership, Category Partners has become a go-to resource for primary consumer research and technology solutions in the fresh food space. He joins the podcast to share his unique perspective and insight into the impact of market data on the blueberry industry.“ Price is always a factor and always will be a factor. You can't just sell it for whatever you want, but it tells you that there is higher demand for blueberries every year, and the consumption is moving up, which isn't the case for every commodity.” — Tom BarnesTopics covered include:An introduction to Barnes and his work for USHBC/NABC and Category Partners.How the data behind blueberry sales can inform future decisions and opportunities.The excitement Barnes feels regarding the direction and growth of the blueberry industry based on the data.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. You'll hear from Brittany Lee in Florida, Eliza Spreitzer in Michigan, Alan Schreiber in Washington, Michelle Borges in California, TJ Hafner in Oregon, Derrin Wheeler in Georgia, Kristin Brinkley in North Carolina, Luis Vegas in Peru. This was recorded on April 2, 2026.

This episode originally aired May 15, 2025 Sarah can't stop eating blueberries and keeps forgetting if they will kill her. Plus, she rejects society's pressure to have kids, compares lasagna to sex, and gets crude on the side of a truck. Learn more about Second Nurture here: https://www.2nurture.org/ You can leave a voice memo for Sarah at speakpipe.com/TheSarahSilvermanPodcast. Follow Sarah Silverman @sarahkatesilverman on Instagram and @sarahksilverman on TikTok. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Maine's craft brewing industry has always punched above its weight despite being among the smallest in population. The state ranked second in breweries (14.3 per 100,000 21+ adults) and economic impact per capita, and third in gallons (9.8) per 21+ adult in 2024, according to Brewers Association data.    That outsized impact along with the state's robust tourism business gives Maine craft brewers a unique perspective on the industry's ebbs and flows.    The latest edition of the Brewbound Podcast features two of those voices – Baxter Brewing president Jenn Lever and Orono Brewing co-owner Abe Furth – in separate conversations recorded during the New England Brew Summit. Both are also Maine Brewers Guild leaders and board members.    Up first, Lever explained what it's like to navigate a business when seven months account for the lion's share of volume.    "We're so proud to represent Maine year-round, but we also recognize the challenges that come when your population quadruples for less than half of the year," she said. "You've gotta be ready to activate and react as quickly as possible to that summer season.    "The people that come to Maine the first time, it's never their last time."   Lever also touched on how Baxter's mix shifts during the busy season, the loss of Canadian tourism amid strained international relations and why blueberry-flavored offerings have become big business for the company.   Then, Furth discussed why guild participation remains important. He also shared why operating in a college town allows him to peer into the future and plan accordingly, and explained the importance of working through innovation plans with the brewery's distributors to find products that fill real whitespace in their portfolios.    Before the interview, Justin and Jess recap Tilray's purchase of BrewDog's U.S. assets and the future of the platform. They also look at some not great shipment numbers to start the year and some not-so-bad scans.

One of the best guides to food variety is colour. And for colour, there's a group of natural plant chemicals called anthocyanins that are getting a lot of attention for their potential benefits on the brain. Anthocyanins are the pigments that give red, purple, and blue plants their rich colouring – they literally put the ‘blue' into blueberries. A few years back on this podcast, I took you through the science of anthocyanins and brain health. In this episode, I'm revisiting that story with new research. In this episode, I'll unpack what this new research review found, how it fits with what we already know about anthocyanins and the brain, and what it all means for your shopping basket and your long-term cognitive health.Links referred to in the podcastPodcast episode 81 on berries and brain health https://thinkingnutrition.buzzsprout.com/808853/episodes/9099255-blue-is-the-new-black-berries-anthocyanins-and-your-brain-healthSystematic review on anthocyanins and cognitive function 2025 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41351717Episode transcriptTo access the full episode transcript, go to the following link and select the individual podcast episode and then click on the ‘Transcript' tab https://thinkingnutrition.buzzsprout.comConnect with meInstagram doctimcroweFacebook Thinking NutritionX CroweTim

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” we welcome guest host Steve Mantle, founder and CEO of Innov8.ag and USHBC's partner in the BerrySmart Field program, who's joined by Charlie Andersen, CEO and founder of Burro, and Noe Toribio, customer success manager at Burro. Together, they discuss on-farm efficiency potential using autonomous robotics. They share the impact this technology can have on labor costs for producers and how that may affect the agriculture industry.“There's a lot of areas in agriculture and beyond where there are no robots today and people are moving around doing work that requires movement, plus perception, plus manipulation … and inspecting things on sites and doing data capture. They're all things where there's a real need for robots, but the way to get them going isn't to try to do it all at once. It's to do it in a stepped or phased approach, which is kind of the genesis of Burro.” – Charlie AndersenTopics covered include: An introduction to Anderson and Toribio, and their work. The ideas that led to the creation of Burro, and the impact autonomous tractors can have for producers.An exploration of the evolution of autonomous tractors and what the future may hold.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Brittany Lee in Florida, Derrin Wheeler in Georgia, Eliza Spreitzer in Michigan, T.J. Hafner in Oregon, Luis Vegas in Peru and Mario Ramirez in Mexico. This was recorded on February 26, 2026.

Perennials Plant Once, Harvest for Life | Episode 601 Growing food is one of the most important survival skills you can develop. A garden can feed your family, give you independence, and reduce your reliance on fragile supply chains. But let's be honest — gardens can also be a lot of work. Planting every year, maintaining beds, watering, fertilizing, harvesting. It takes time and effort. So what if you could plant something once and harvest from it for years or even decades? Today we're talking about perennials you plant once and harvest for life. Fruit Trees: Long-Term Food Security Fruit trees are one of the best investments you can make in a long-term food system. Apples, pears, peaches, plums, nectarines, cherries — once established they can produce food for decades with relatively little maintenance. The key advice here is simple: grow what you actually like to eat. If you love apples, plant apples. If you love peaches, plant peaches. But there's another opportunity here that many people overlook. Instead of growing the same varieties you see in grocery stores, grow unusual or specialty varieties. There are thousands of apple varieties alone. Some have unique flavors, unusual colors, or striking appearances. Things like pink-fleshed apples or deep purple varieties can stand out in farmers markets and command a higher price. If you’re going to plant trees that will produce for decades, you might as well plant something interesting. Avoid Monocropping Another reason to grow multiple varieties is resilience. If you plant twenty identical apple trees and a pest or disease hits that specific variety, you could lose your entire orchard. By planting different varieties, you reduce the risk and increase the overall resilience of your system. It also extends your harvest window since different varieties ripen at different times. Berry Bushes: Easy Perennial Calories Berry bushes are another excellent perennial food source. Blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries can produce fruit year after year once established. Many of them spread naturally and become even more productive over time. They're also easy to harvest and can fit into small spaces. Some berry bushes can even serve as natural barriers. Thorny plants like blackberries and raspberries can help deter animals or even people from wandering through certain areas. That means your food production can also double as a defensive landscape feature. Asparagus: A Perennial Vegetable Most vegetables are annuals, meaning you have to plant them every year. Asparagus is one of the rare exceptions. Once established, an asparagus patch can produce for 15–20 years or more. It takes a few years to get going, but once it does, it comes back every spring and keeps producing. It's one of the best “plant once, harvest for years” foods you can grow. Rhubarb and Perennial Herbs Rhubarb is another tough perennial plant that comes back year after year. It produces large stalks that can be used in pies, jams, and preserves. It's cold-tolerant and very hardy, making it a good option in many climates. Herbs are another category that often comes back year after year. Plants like mint, oregano, thyme, chives, and rosemary can continue growing season after season with minimal effort. Growing herbs at home saves money and keeps fresh flavor available anytime you need it. Instead of buying a bunch of herbs and letting half of it rot in the refrigerator, you can simply step outside and cut what you need. Nut Trees: High-Calorie Survival Food Finally, we have nut trees. Pecans, walnuts, and chestnuts produce calorie-dense foods that can feed people for generations. Nuts contain healthy fats and protein — things that can be harder to obtain in survival situations. Unlike annual crops, these trees can produce for decades or even longer, making them an excellent long-term investment for a food-producing landscape. Chestnuts are particularly interesting historically. The American chestnut once dominated forests across the eastern United States before blight nearly wiped it out. Today people are working to restore blight-resistant varieties, while Chinese chestnuts remain widely available and productive. Building a Perennial Food System The biggest takeaway from today's episode is simple. Annual gardens are great, but perennial food systems are powerful. Plant trees. Plant berry bushes. Plant herbs that come back every year. Add asparagus, rhubarb, and nut trees. These plants reduce your workload while increasing long-term food production. And the sooner you plant them, the sooner they start producing. Because when it comes to perennial food systems, the best time to plant them was yesterday. The second best time is today. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive. 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