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The Business of Blueberries

U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council
Blueberries
Blueberry Industry
Major League Pickleball
US Highbush Blueberry Council
Health Benefits Of Blueberries
Blueberry Convention
Agriculture
Family Tree Farms
Blueberry Market Trends
Peru
Pickleball
Walmart
Blueberry Production
Consumer Preferences
Oregon
North Carolina
K-12 School Nutrition
Genetics
Family-Owned Farming
Harvest Timing

The blueberry industry is like no other: passionate, resilient, and innovative. This podcast is your source for the latest information on the production, markets, research and technology related to the blueberry value chain. This is the Business of Blueberries.

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In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Minghua Tang, Ph.D., and Leslie Wada, Ph.D. Tang is an associate... more

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Inez Be, director of marketing at the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by VentureFuel Founder and CEO Fred Schonenberg. VentureFuel is an innova... more

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 is joined by  Tim Hyde, CEO and co-founder of SWAN Systems. They’re coming to ... more

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 Harry Kaiser, Ph.D., a professor at Cornell University. Kaiser directs the Cornel... more

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Recent Guests

Minghua Tang
Associate Professor and Lillian Fountain Smith Endowed Chair in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Colorado State University
Colorado State University
Episode: Blueberries as a First Food: A Conversation With Minghua Tang, Ph.D.
Leslie Wada
Senior Director of Nutrition and Health Research at the US. Highbush Blueberry Council
US. Highbush Blueberry Council
Episode: Blueberries as a First Food: A Conversation With Minghua Tang, Ph.D.
Fred Schonenberg
Founder and CEO of VentureFuel, an innovation and advisory firm
VentureFuel
Episode: Accelerating Innovation: How Blueberries Are Driving Ingredient Marketing
Tim Hyde
CEO and co-founder of SWAN Systems
SWAN Systems
Episode: BerrySmart Field Insights With Tim Hyde of SWAN Systems
Dr. Harry Kaiser
Gellert Family Professor of Applied Economics and Management at Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: Data-Driven Accountability and Guidance for the Blueberry Industry
Bryan Sakuma
Chair of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council and fourth-generation grower at Sakuma Brothers Farms
Sakuma Brothers Farms
Episode: Inside the Council: Bryan Sakuma on Guiding the Blueberry Industry
Dennis Tootelian
Emeritus professor of marketing and expert in economic impact research for agriculture
Sacramento State University
Episode: From Farm to Economy - Measuring the Blueberry Effect
Steve Mantle
Founder and CEO of Innov8.ag
Innov8.ag
Episode: How the BerrySmart Fields Program Is Shaping the Future of Blueberry Forecasting
Ken Gilliam
Vice President of Predictive Analysis at The Directions Group, retired US Army Colonel
The Directions Group
Episode: From Insight to Action - What the Blueberry Industry Survey Will Reveal

Host

Kasey Cronquist
President of the US Highbush Blueberry Council; He discusses industry initiatives, engages with other leaders, and brings insights from the blueberry production community.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Engaging & Informative Podcast

    This podcast does a beautiful job, including exciting guests and a broad perspective of opinions and topics in the industry. Every time I finish an episode, I feel more informed and intelligent! Great job, Kasey!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KristenBenny
    United States2 years ago
  • Gonzalo

    This podcast is a must for every participant on the blueberry industry, from growers to consumers wanting to know more about the business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gonelizalde
    United States4 years ago
  • Informative and relevant

    I love this podcast because it addresses current issues and questions in our industry in a conversational and entertaining way. Concise, to the point and relevant!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CMWBluesGirl
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome insight into the blueberry industry

    Soon to be the world’s favorite fruit… blueberries. Want to know more about the industry? This is a great place to start. Professionally crafted episodes with crop reports and marketing insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blue azulejo
    United States4 years ago
  • Informational and Interesting

    This podcast is very well done and the content each time is timely and useful. Excellent podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Austintre
    United States4 years ago

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Engaging and informative content featuring exciting guests with a broad range of industry topics.
Essential for anyone involved in the blueberry industry, offering insights for growers and consumers alike.
Professionally crafted episodes with practical insights into the blueberry industry's dynamics.
Addresses current industry issues in a conversational manner, making it both informative and entertaining.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#96
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Apple Podcasts
#110
Mexico/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#177
New Zealand/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#196
Colombia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#234
Japan/Arts/Food

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Accelerating Innovation: How Blueberries Are Driving Ingredient Marketing
Q: What makes the Blueberry Boost Accelerator unique?
It combines entrepreneurial energy with the nutritional benefits of blueberries, encouraging innovation that can excite the market.
Accelerating Innovation: How Blueberries Are Driving Ingredient Marketing
Q: What is an accelerator program and how can it support a commodity board?
An accelerator is designed to accelerate promising startups to the point of impact and commercialization, providing resources needed for growth.
BerrySmart Field Insights With Tim Hyde of SWAN Systems
Q: How can precision irrigation help blueberry growers achieve those goals?
It generally leads to material impacts on yield and quality, and helps growers be more successful.
From Farm to Economy - Measuring the Blueberry Effect
Q: What stood out to you regionally?
Some states have more acres in production than others, which affects both spending and economic impact significantly.
From Farm to Economy - Measuring the Blueberry Effect
Q: What would you say that you're finding or identify as some of the most interesting findings from this latest report?
A significant increase in grower spending and economic impact, with total spending rising from $1.7 billion to about $2.7 billion, and economic impact increasing 43%.

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Focused on the blueberry industry, this podcast offers insights into the production, marketing, research, and technological advancements impacting the blueberry value chain. Through interviews with industry experts, it explores a variety of topics, ranging from agricultural innovation to market strategies, and highlights the economic significance of blueberries in local and global markets. The engaging discussions not only inform listeners about current trends but also provide actionable insights for growers and stakeholders within the industry.

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Recent guests on The Business of Blueberries include:

1. Minghua Tang
2. Leslie Wada
3. Fred Schonenberg
4. Tim Hyde
5. Dr. Harry Kaiser
6. Bryan Sakuma
7. Dennis Tootelian
8. Steve Mantle

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