25,000 years ago as glaciers tore their way through North America, they left behind a unique mix of soil that only a few plants would thrive in. One of those first plants to adapt in this new terrain was the wild blueberry bush. But don't let the small size of this berry fool you. It's a fruit packed with history, wars and innovation.Join John and Patrick as they take us through the barrens of Maine and trace the story of how the wild blueberry became the tamed, cultivated blueberry we all know today.Instagram, TikTok, Threads: @historyoffreshproduceEmail: <a href="mailto:historyoffreshproduce@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">historyoffreshproduce@gmail.com</a>

25,000 years ago as glaciers tore their way through North America, they left behind a unique mix of soil that only a few plants would thrive in. One of those first plants to adapt in this new terrain was the wild blueberry bush. But don't let the small size of this berry fool you. It's a fruit packed with history, wars and innovation.Join John and Patrick as they take us through the barrens of Maine and trace the story of how the wild blueberry became the tamed, cultivated blueberry we all know today. Instagram, TikTok, Threads: @historyoffreshproduce Email: historyoffreshproduce@gmail.com

25,000 years ago as glaciers tore their way through North America, they left behind a unique&nbsp;mix of soil that only a few plants would thrive in. One of those first plants to adapt in this new terrain was the wild blueberry bush. But don't let the small size of this berry fool you. It's a fruit packed with history, wars and innovation.Join&nbsp;John and Patrick as they take us through the barrens of Maine and trace the story of how the wild blueberry became the tamed, cultivated blueberry we all know today.Instagram, TikTok, Threads: @historyoffreshproduceEmail:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:historyoffreshproduce@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">historyoffreshproduce@gmail.com</a>

The History of Blueberries

Join John Paap and Patrick Kelly in this podcast series that explores the fascinating and often overlooked history of fresh fruits and vegetables. Each episode offers listeners a unique perspective on how produce has shaped our world, featuring in-depth interviews with top experts and historians, engaging storytelling, and a blend of historical and contemporary perspectives. Whether exploring the journey of grapes through time or the influence of produce in Tolkien’s Middle-Earth, this series leaves no stone unturned.

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Join John Paap and Patrick Kelly in this podcast series that explores the fascinating and often overlooked history of fresh fruits and vegetables. Each episode offers listeners a unique perspective on how produce has shaped our world, featuring in-depth interviews with top experts and historians, engaging storytelling, and a blend of historical and contemporary perspectives. Whether exploring the journey of grapes through time or the influence of produce in Tolkien’s Middle-Earth, this series leaves no stone unturned. Social Channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyoffreshproduce/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@historyoffreshproduce?lang=en Threads: https://www.threads.net/@historyoffreshproduce?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558921896574

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