Politics Of Food https://shows.acast.com/politics-of-food en Politics of Food What's really on your plate and who decided? Join industry veterans Patrick Roseman and Patrick Noone as they unpack the forces shaping modern food systems — from agribusiness and global trade to the policies that determine what ends up on your plate. Frank, informed, and straight to the point. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/00b331c0-8fc3-11f1-be31-ff223b8ce093/image/07ab8991ac63680f7894a4bccad27e8f.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Politics Of Food https://shows.acast.com/politics-of-food no episodic Politics of Food What's really on your plate and who decided? Join industry veterans Patrick Roseman and Patrick Noone as they unpack the forces shaping modern food systems — from agribusiness and global trade to the policies that determine what ends up on your plate. Frank, informed, and straight to the point. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. What's really on your plate and who decided?


Join industry veterans Patrick Roseman and Patrick Noone as they unpack the forces shaping modern food systems — from agribusiness and global trade to the policies that determine what ends up on your plate. Frank, informed, and straight to the point.

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]]> Politics of Food info+6a3a266530d470180fd5f43b@mg-eu.acast.com EP: 5 From Farmers Markets to Costco: The Farmer Joe's Story Scott Tulloch knows what it takes to build an Australian food brand from nothing. In this episode of Politics of Food, the Farmer Joe's founder tells the story of a granola idea that started at the farmers markets and grew into a business that now sells well beyond Australia. He's refreshingly frank about the hurdles: sky-high local manufacturing costs, freight that can outstrip the price of the product, payroll tax, and a lack of government support when it counted. He also explains why he's considering manufacturing in the US, and what he'd like to see from trade agencies and policymakers. Scott also shares how his new agency opens doors at Walmart, Sam's Club and Kroger. If you make, sell or care about Australian food, this one is worth your time. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introducing Scott Tulloch 00:03:20 - Starting Farmer Joe's 00:08:42 - From Cafes to Costco 00:10:46 - Why Exporting Is Hard 00:16:21 - Government and Trade Frustrations 00:19:36 - Tulloch Agency and US Retailers 00:27:24 - Is Australia a Selling Point? 00:31:06 - Small Business Needs One Voice Sun, 01 Nov 2026 19:00:00 -0000 full Politics of Food Scott Tulloch knows what it takes to build an Australian food brand from nothing. In this episode of Politics of Food, the Farmer Joe's founder tells the story of a granola idea that started at the farmers markets and grew into a business that now sells well beyond Australia. He's refreshingly frank about the hurdles: sky-high local manufacturing costs, freight that can outstrip the price of the product, payroll tax, and a lack of government support when it counted. He also explains why he's considering manufacturing in the US, and what he'd like to see from trade agencies and policymakers. Scott also shares how his new agency opens doors at Walmart, Sam's Club and Kroger. If you make, sell or care about Australian food, this one is worth your time. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introducing Scott Tulloch 00:03:20 - Starting Farmer Joe's 00:08:42 - From Cafes to Costco 00:10:46 - Why Exporting Is Hard 00:16:21 - Government and Trade Frustrations 00:19:36 - Tulloch Agency and US Retailers 00:27:24 - Is Australia a Selling Point? 00:31:06 - Small Business Needs One Voice Scott Tulloch knows what it takes to build an Australian food brand from nothing. In this episode of Politics of Food, the Farmer Joe's founder tells the story of a granola idea that started at the farmers markets and grew into a business that now sells well beyond Australia.


He's refreshingly frank about the hurdles: sky-high local manufacturing costs, freight that can outstrip the price of the product, payroll tax, and a lack of government support when it counted. He also explains why he's considering manufacturing in the US, and what he'd like to see from trade agencies and policymakers.


Scott also shares how his new agency opens doors at Walmart, Sam's Club and Kroger. If you make, sell or care about Australian food, this one is worth your time.


Chapters

00:00:00 - Introducing Scott Tulloch

00:03:20 - Starting Farmer Joe's

00:08:42 - From Cafes to Costco

00:10:46 - Why Exporting Is Hard

00:16:21 - Government and Trade Frustrations

00:19:36 - Tulloch Agency and US Retailers

00:27:24 - Is Australia a Selling Point?

00:31:06 - Small Business Needs One Voice

]]> 1948 EP: 4 Australian Almond Growers on Water, Bees, Backpackers and Biosecurity Costco, almonds and a kangaroo called Murray. Patrick’s back from Seattle after a visit to Costco head office, with a report on the US market for Australian manufacturers. Then we sit down with Tim Jackson, CEO of the Almond Board of Australia, to find out how an industry that started 2000 on about 3,500 hectares became the world’s second largest almond producer, behind California. We get into why almonds keep for years, how water costs decide who plants what, how a free trade agreement turned China from one of the smallest markets into the biggest, and why growers are now looking at Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Then the politics: backpacker labour, biosecurity funding, water policy, and what Varroa mite means for the hives growers hire to pollinate their crop. Chapters 0:00 - Costco, Seattle and the US market<br> 12:32 - The almond boom<br> 20:31 - Water, China and the export bet<br> 30:43 - The politics: labour, biosecurity and water policy<br> 35:19 - Bees, Varroa and the cost of pollination Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:00:00 -0000 full Politics of Food Costco, almonds and a kangaroo called Murray. Patrick’s back from Seattle after a visit to Costco head office, with a report on the US market for Australian manufacturers. Then we sit down with Tim Jackson, CEO of the Almond Board of Australia, to find out how an industry that started 2000 on about 3,500 hectares became the world’s second largest almond producer, behind California. We get into why almonds keep for years, how water costs decide who plants what, how a free trade agreement turned China from one of the smallest markets into the biggest, and why growers are now looking at Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Then the politics: backpacker labour, biosecurity funding, water policy, and what Varroa mite means for the hives growers hire to pollinate their crop. Chapters 0:00 - Costco, Seattle and the US market<br> 12:32 - The almond boom<br> 20:31 - Water, China and the export bet<br> 30:43 - The politics: labour, biosecurity and water policy<br> 35:19 - Bees, Varroa and the cost of pollination Costco, almonds and a kangaroo called Murray. Patrick’s back from Seattle after a visit to Costco head office, with a report on the US market for Australian manufacturers. Then we sit down with Tim Jackson, CEO of the Almond Board of Australia, to find out how an industry that started 2000 on about 3,500 hectares became the world’s second largest almond producer, behind California. We get into why almonds keep for years, how water costs decide who plants what, how a free trade agreement turned China from one of the smallest markets into the biggest, and why growers are now looking at Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Then the politics: backpacker labour, biosecurity funding, water policy, and what Varroa mite means for the hives growers hire to pollinate their crop. Chapters 0:00 - Costco, Seattle and the US market<br>

12:32 - The almond boom<br>

20:31 - Water, China and the export bet<br>

30:43 - The politics: labour, biosecurity and water policy<br>

35:19 - Bees, Varroa and the cost of pollination

]]> 1971 no EP3: How Small Food Producers Can Thrive in Australia Most food and agribusinesses struggle with rising costs, complex regulations, and access to global markets — but what if you could turn waste into value and boost export success? In this episode, Patrick speaks with Jason Curone, owner and general manager of Yarrow Valley Hilltop, about building a thriving food business in Australia’s Yarra Valley. Jason shares how his family business grew from strawberry farming into a value-added manufacturer producing jams, juices, sauces, and frozen foods for markets in over 18 countries. He also opens up about the real challenges behind growth: rising input costs, freight pressures, labour shortages, tariffs, and the need for smarter government support. This conversation explores how food manufacturers can stay competitive, build strong overseas partnerships, and create more resilient supply chains while turning surplus produce into high-value products. It’s a practical and timely look at the future of food, agriculture, and export growth in Australia. Guest: Jason Curone, General Manager and Owner of Yarrow Valley Hilltop Why this works: It leads with a strong problem-and-solution hook, then quickly reinforces credibility through specific business wins and industry challenges, which keeps viewers interested and encourages clicks. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to JC's Quality Foods 03:13 The Journey of Building a Business 06:01 Challenges in the Food Industry 08:49 Government Policies and Business Support 11:59 The Future of Food Production in Australia1521/5000 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0000 full Politics of Food Most food and agribusinesses struggle with rising costs, complex regulations, and access to global markets — but what if you could turn waste into value and boost export success? In this episode, Patrick speaks with Jason Curone, owner and general manager of Yarrow Valley Hilltop, about building a thriving food business in Australia’s Yarra Valley. Jason shares how his family business grew from strawberry farming into a value-added manufacturer producing jams, juices, sauces, and frozen foods for markets in over 18 countries. He also opens up about the real challenges behind growth: rising input costs, freight pressures, labour shortages, tariffs, and the need for smarter government support. This conversation explores how food manufacturers can stay competitive, build strong overseas partnerships, and create more resilient supply chains while turning surplus produce into high-value products. It’s a practical and timely look at the future of food, agriculture, and export growth in Australia. Guest: Jason Curone, General Manager and Owner of Yarrow Valley Hilltop Why this works: It leads with a strong problem-and-solution hook, then quickly reinforces credibility through specific business wins and industry challenges, which keeps viewers interested and encourages clicks. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to JC's Quality Foods 03:13 The Journey of Building a Business 06:01 Challenges in the Food Industry 08:49 Government Policies and Business Support 11:59 The Future of Food Production in Australia1521/5000 Most food and agribusinesses struggle with rising costs, complex regulations, and access to global markets — but what if you could turn waste into value and boost export success? In this episode, Patrick speaks with Jason Curone, owner and general manager of Yarrow Valley Hilltop, about building a thriving food business in Australia’s Yarra Valley. Jason shares how his family business grew from strawberry farming into a value-added manufacturer producing jams, juices, sauces, and frozen foods for markets in over 18 countries. He also opens up about the real challenges behind growth: rising input costs, freight pressures, labour shortages, tariffs, and the need for smarter government support. This conversation explores how food manufacturers can stay competitive, build strong overseas partnerships, and create more resilient supply chains while turning surplus produce into high-value products. It’s a practical and timely look at the future of food, agriculture, and export growth in Australia. Guest: Jason Curone, General Manager and Owner of Yarrow Valley Hilltop Why this works: It leads with a strong problem-and-solution hook, then quickly reinforces credibility through specific business wins and industry challenges, which keeps viewers interested and encourages clicks. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to JC's Quality Foods 03:13 The Journey of Building a Business 06:01 Challenges in the Food Industry 08:49 Government Policies and Business Support 11:59 The Future of Food Production in Australia1521/5000

]]> 706 no EP2: The Hidden Opportunity in Food Startups Australia Overlooks https://shows.acast.com/politics-of-food/episodes/ep2-the-hidden-opportunity-in-food-startups-australia-overlo Every country has a champion sector, and this episode argues Australia's should be food and agriculture. It challenges the assumption that food startups deserve less attention than tech, exploring recent budget changes, the case for a dedicated Minister for Food, and why AI and automation are opportunities—not threats—for farming and food manufacturing. Drawing on industry insights and fresh data on small business confidence and bankruptcy trends, the discussion covers how a national food summit could boost productivity, and how supporting food innovation alongside tech and mining could create jobs, exports, and a more resilient, diverse economy. It's a call to action for entrepreneurs and policymakers to help Australia lead a global food revolution—with an upcoming CEO interview to follow with concrete next steps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:00:00 -0000 EP2: The Hidden Opportunity in Food Startups Australia Overlooks full 1 2 Politics of Food Every country has a champion sector, and this episode argues Australia's should be food and agriculture. It challenges the assumption that food startups deserve less attention than tech, exploring recent budget changes, the case for a dedicated Minister for Food, and why AI and automation are opportunities—not threats—for farming and food manufacturing. Drawing on industry insights and fresh data on small business confidence and bankruptcy trends, the discussion covers how a national food summit could boost productivity, and how supporting food innovation alongside tech and mining could create jobs, exports, and a more resilient, diverse economy. It's a call to action for entrepreneurs and policymakers to help Australia lead a global food revolution—with an upcoming CEO interview to follow with concrete next steps<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> Every country has a champion sector, and this episode argues Australia's should be food and agriculture. It challenges the assumption that food startups deserve less attention than tech, exploring recent budget changes, the case for a dedicated Minister for Food, and why AI and automation are opportunities—not threats—for farming and food manufacturing. Drawing on industry insights and fresh data on small business confidence and bankruptcy trends, the discussion covers how a national food summit could boost productivity, and how supporting food innovation alongside tech and mining could create jobs, exports, and a more resilient, diverse economy. It's a call to action for entrepreneurs and policymakers to help Australia lead a global food revolution—with an upcoming CEO interview to follow with concrete next steps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 1135 no EP 1: Cutting Bureaucracy To Improve Food Exports https://shows.acast.com/politics-of-food/episodes/politics-of-food-with-greg-quinn-of-grove-juice What's really on your plate and who decided? Join industry veterans Patrick Roseman and Patrick Noone as they unpack the forces shaping modern food systems — from agribusiness and global trade to the policies that determine what ends up on your plate. Frank, informed, and straight to the point. Today's episode features Greg Quinn from Grove Juice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:56:56 -0000 EP 1: Cutting Bureaucracy To Improve Food Exports full 1 1 Politics of Food <p>What's really on your plate and who decided?</p><br><p>Join industry veterans <strong>Patrick Roseman</strong> and <strong>Patrick Noone</strong> as they unpack the forces shaping modern food systems — from agribusiness and global trade to the policies that determine what ends up on your plate. Frank, informed, and straight to the point.</p><br><p>Today's episode features Greg Quinn from Grove Juice</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> What's really on your plate and who decided? Join industry veterans Patrick Roseman and Patrick Noone as they unpack the forces shaping modern food systems — from agribusiness and global trade to the policies that determine what ends up on your plate. Frank, informed, and straight to the point. Today's episode features Greg Quinn from Grove Juice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. What's really on your plate and who decided?


Join industry veterans Patrick Roseman and Patrick Noone as they unpack the forces shaping modern food systems — from agribusiness and global trade to the policies that determine what ends up on your plate. Frank, informed, and straight to the point.


Today's episode features Greg Quinn from Grove Juice

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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