Food Focus

Michael von Massow
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Food Focus is a platform with the intention of providing opportunities to discuss, challenge and learn about topical issues of interest in the food system. Recorded in offices, over Skype or maybe even over a drink – these conversations happen wherever Mike can put down his digital recorder and chat with experts across the food system.

  1. Digging Into Dirt I: Intro to Soil

    2020-11-10

    Digging Into Dirt I: Intro to Soil

    In this episode, Mike has a conversation with Angela Straathof, a soil scientist with the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association. This is the first half of a longer conversation. They talk about why we should care about soil and how its so much more than just dirt - in fact Angela says we shouldn't use the "D" word at all.

    17 min
  2. Having the Critical Discussion of Mental Health in Ag

    2020-10-16

    Having the Critical Discussion of Mental Health in Ag

    Mental health is a topic we need to bring to the fore; in agriculture and everywhere. During ag mental health week, Mike spoke with Jason Medows, host of the mental health focused Ag State of Mind podcast, about the issue and how to help. Jason has a unique perspective as a farmer, a pharmacist, and someone who has battled mental health himself.

    24 min
  3. Flour Power - Life as a Micro Miller

    2020-06-07

    Flour Power - Life as a Micro Miller

    Flour has never been as cool. Temporary shortages coupled with a surge in baking as people are staying at home during the pandemic has brought flour into the mainstream. In this episode, Mike talks to Melissa McKeown who runs 1847 Milling, a micro miller in southwestern Ontario. They talk about starting and running a small farm based food business, competing against the giants, and some the challenges such as rural internet access. They also talk about different kinds of flour and what makes a good flour.

    32 min
  4. Responding to Demand Shocks in Beef Production

    2020-05-06

    Responding to Demand Shocks in Beef Production

    Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the agri-food system has experienced unprecedented demand shocks. Questions and concerns about Canadian food supply chains have been discussed as new food processing plant closures are announced. In this podcast episode we sat down with John Masswohl, member of the Canadian Cattlemen's Association, to discuss the challenges present in the beef industry and how ripple effects of this pandemic impact everyone from primary producer through to consumer.

    32 min
  5. Preparing for Changes in Agriculture 2020

    2020-04-22

    Preparing for Changes in Agriculture 2020

    From farm to table, a new year typically presents new opportunities and challenges within the food system. Predicting these changes can allow us to better prepare for what may come. However, it is important to consider not only the consumer side of food, but also what may change in primary production. In this episode of the Food Focus Podcast we sat down with Len Kahn, President of Kahntact Marketing, to discuss his predictions for food trends in 2020.

    26 min
  6. Forecasting Food Trends in 2020

    2020-04-09

    Forecasting Food Trends in 2020

    The food industry seems to be constantly evolving and adapting. This makes predicting future food trends difficult - but not impossible. Jo-Ann McArthur and her team at Nourish Food Marketing are experts on all things food and are up for the challenge. In their 2020 food trends report, they’ve taken a high level look at how our interactions with food are changing. In this episode, we sat down with Jo-Ann to discuss some of their trend predictions for this year.

    27 min
  7. Talking to Farmers: A day in the life of a Dairy Farmer

    2020-04-02

    Talking to Farmers: A day in the life of a Dairy Farmer

    In this series of episodes titled Talking to Farmers, our objective is to introduce listeners to farmers and give you insight into their lives and work. In this episode, we sat down with Emily den Haan, a dairy farmer who manages Haanview Farms operations. We cover everything from how Emily first got started in dairy farming to what she thinks the industry will look like in the future.

    31 min
  8. At The Forefront of Food Product Development

    2020-03-05

    At The Forefront of Food Product Development

    The food options we have available today are constantly evolving and expanding. As palettes and dietary restrictions change, food scientists and product developers are racing to keep up. Ben Carnevale, food scientist with Blendtek Ingredients, knows all about food product innovation and chances are good he’s been involved in bringing some of your favourite food products to the market. In this episode of the Food Focus podcast, we sat down with Ben to talk about food product innovation and how this process responds to local and global trends.

    28 min
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Food Focus is a platform with the intention of providing opportunities to discuss, challenge and learn about topical issues of interest in the food system. Recorded in offices, over Skype or maybe even over a drink – these conversations happen wherever Mike can put down his digital recorder and chat with experts across the food system.

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  • Creator
    Michael von Massow
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2020
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Food Focus