IFT Sci Dish

IFT Sci Dish


Episode 9: Fresh Produce – Ready to Eat and Ready to Explore

September 20, 2021

Fresh fruits and vegetables are a delicious part of any meal and are the area of focus for our next discussion. As the episode unravels, we will learn about increasing fresh produce consumption in school–aged children, using genetics to make delicious fruits into manageable crops, and how “new” produce is introduced to the market. From romanesco to watercress, join us as we explore the world of fresh produce.
Speaker: Max Teplitski, Chief Science Officer, Produce Marketing Association