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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
Blueberry Market Trends
Family Tree Farms
Peru
Pickleball
Blueberry Production
Consumer Preferences
Oregon
North Carolina
K-12 School Nutrition
Family-Owned Farming
Genetics
Weather Impact On Crops
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 Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), brings us back to Seattle for an episode recorded at The 2025 Blueberry Convention. He’... 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 (NABC), is joined by Ray Starling, general counsel for the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce a... more

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by the finalists from the Blueberry Boost Accelerator. These interviews were reco... 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 Ben Escoe, president and CEO of Twin River Berries. Twin River is a vertically in... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Cornelius
Georgia blueberry grower and member of the blueberry community.
Episode: Blueberry Convention Reflections With Alex Cornelius and Dominic Meduri
Dominic Meduri
President of Meduri Farms, a second-generation dried fruit manufacturer.
Meduri Farms
Episode: Blueberry Convention Reflections With Alex Cornelius and Dominic Meduri
Ray Starling
General Counsel at the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce, former USDA Chief of Staff, and author of 'Farmers Versus Foodies'
North Carolina Chamber of Commerce
Episode: Advocating for Agriculture: A Conversation With Ray Starling
Garland Reiter Jr.
Chief Commercial Officer for Driscoll's of the Americas and fourth generation berry industry leader.
Driscoll's of the Americas
Episode: Berry Business Leadership — A Conversation With Garland Reiter Jr.
Jessica Postiglioni
CEO, founder and chief pooper at Bonny Fiber Supplements
Bonny
Episode: Meet the Blueberry Boost Accelerator Finalists
Farmer Bob
Founder of Beyond Berries, a sustainable food innovator
Beyond Berries
Episode: Meet the Blueberry Boost Accelerator Finalists
Jared Gabel
Farmer and creator of Sorbatto's blue cream
Sorbatto
Episode: Meet the Blueberry Boost Accelerator Finalists
Matias Allesandrini
Commercial manager at LaFrut and member of the Chilean Blueberry Committee
LaFrut
Episode: Inside Chile’s Blueberry Engine
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.

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

5.0 out of 5 stars from 63 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.

Apple Podcasts
#12
New Zealand/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#60
South Africa/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#63
Colombia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#78
Chile/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#105
New Zealand/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#127
Netherlands/Arts/Food

Talking Points

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Inside Chile’s Blueberry Engine
Q: What gets you excited about the future of the industry?
The focus on balancing firmness, flavor, and shelf life for better export products.
Inside Chile’s Blueberry Engine
Q: What are the challenges you see related to labor and how does that impact businesses going forward?
There will be significant transformations in production, driven by genetic innovations aiming at addressing labor costs and availability.
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.

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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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1. Alex Cornelius
2. Dominic Meduri
3. Ray Starling
4. Garland Reiter Jr.
5. Jessica Postiglioni
6. Farmer Bob
7. Jared Gabel
8. Matias Allesandrini

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