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The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni

Twice a month, David Maloni serves up a fast, focused look at the world of commodities—covering everything from major food ingredients to energy and beyond. With over 30 years of experience advising some of the world’s largest commodity buyers, he brings unmatched insight and practical perspective to the table.Each episode delivers a market update, the key news and trends he is watching, and insights from occasional guest experts in the food supply chain—all in under 15 minutes.

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All Episodes

47:43

Connecting Consumers to Agriculture: Ali Cox of Noble...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/12/02

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, I sit down with Ali Cox, a fifth-generation farmer and the visionary founder of Noble West, a leading food marketing agency.Together, we dive into the evolving farming landscape, tackling the rising operational costs and exploring groundbreaking agricultural practices like upcycling and regenerative farming. Ali shares her insights on the challenges of commoditizing food offerings and how these shifts are shaping the future consumer food experi...

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38:20

Inside the Foodservice Supply Chain with Meal Ticket...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/11/18

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, I sit down with Wink Jones, co-founder and CEO of Meal Ticket, to discuss the evolving challenges and opportunities in the foodservice supply chain. We dive into Wink's journey from being a professional kayaker to leading an innovative SaaS company that’s transforming how data is used across the industry. Together, we unpack the complexities of outdated systems, the hurdles of data normalization, and how Meal Ticket’s tools are enabling distrib...

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53:59

Cultivating Change: Regenerative Agriculture,...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/11/04

Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. Our guest for this episode is Richard Tufton, Vice President of Supply Chain at Pastured Proteins for Regenified, a company committed to advancing regenerative agriculture and protecting it from greenwashing.In this episode, we explore Richard’s expertise in promoting regenerative farming practices to improve soil health and create more sustainable, nutrient-dense food. With Regenified’s certification seal, Richard and his team ensure consumers can tru...

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55:40

Bytes and Bites: The Tech Behind Food Traceability...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/10/21

In this episode, I’m joined by Jayson Berryhill, the co-founder and CEO of Wholechain, a blockchain-based solution for enhancing traceability in supply chains. Jayson’s background in mobile technology and his time working in Indonesia led him to pivot towards solving supply chain visibility challenges, particularly in food and agriculture. Wholechain, under his leadership, is now a key player in traceability across industries, serving clients like Estée Lauder, McCormick, and Chicken of the S...

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63:16

Efficient & Eco-Friendly: Transforming Foodservice...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/10/07

In this episode, Loraine Yalch, President of National Accounts at Armada Supply Chain Solutions, joins us to discuss the critical role of transportation and distribution in the food service supply chain. With over 23 years of experience in the industry, Lorraine shares how Armada operates as a 4PL, helping businesses optimize their logistics by managing relationships, enhancing network efficiency, and reducing risk.We dive into the current landscape of transportation, why distribution capacit...

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46:03

Restaurant Recession? What's working in the industry,...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/09/23

In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Maze, Editor in Chief of Restaurant Business Magazine. Jonathan has been a leading voice in the restaurant industry for nearly two decades, providing deep insights into what's working and what's not. In our conversation, we explore the current state of the consumer, the so-called restaurant recession, the factors driving it, which restaurant brands are thriving, and the key characteristics behind their success. We'll also dive into the future of the r...

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45:20

Regenerative Agriculture and the Future of...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/09/09

Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Austin, a multi-generational farmer and agritech leader from Royal Family Farming in Royal City, Washington. Austin and his family are leading the charge in sustainable cattle farming, producing beef that is better than carbon neutral. We’ll discuss the essential role of cattle in maintaining healthy soils, the benefits of crop rotation, blockchain technology for food transparency, and the future of family farming in...

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62:47

From Tradition to Supply Chain: Tocabe’s Indigenous...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/08/26

Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to feature Ben Jacobs, co-founder of Tocabe, a pioneering American Indian eatery, marketplace, and food production company.Ben has dedicated nearly twenty years to building one of the most authentic and innovative Native American food brands in the country. Join us as we delve into the world of Native American cuisine, discuss the journey from consumer to wholesale, and uncover the complexities of purposeful supply ch...

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50:04

Scaling Regenerative Agriculture: Innovations and...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/08/12

In this episode of "Farm to Fork: The Innovators," Clifford Pollard, CEO and founder of Cream Co. Meats, shares insights into his company’s focus on sustainable proteins, including beef. As a leader in regional meat processing and distribution, Clifford discusses the state of the protein agricultural industry and the latest advancements in sustainable meat practices. Key topics include the use of gender-pastures, the impact of these practices on product quality and the supply chain, and the b...

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43:59

The Future of Seafood: Tackling Traceability and...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/07/29

Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. Today, we’re excited to host Stephanie Passacaglia, who serves as a board member for Sea Pact—an initiative focused on seafood sustainability—and as the Outreach and Development Manager at JJ McDonnell & Co. Inc., a prominent wholesale seafood distributor with extensive experience in the industry.Stephanie’s deep knowledge will guide our discussion today. We’ll explore the seafood industry’s landscape, including current fishing practices, best prac...

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40:43

Off Premise in a Restaurant Recession: Webinar Bonus...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/07/22

Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. In today's special bonus episode, we explore Off Premise Revenue and Food Service from our latest Datum FS Advisors webinar.This topic is crucial given the current restaurant recession. We're joined by Datum FS advisors Andy Raabe and Tom Healey. In this episode, we delve into key best practices for boosting restaurant sales off-premise and the resulting impact on the supply chain, including optimizing third-party delivery, brand exposure, and retail c...

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58:17

Exploring the FDA's Mission: Food Safety and FSMA...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/07/15

In this exciting podcast episode, we have an eye-opening chat with Angela Fields, a Senior Consumer Safety Officer at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), about her fascinating role and the agency's crucial mission. Angela shares her journey and passion for food safety, along with her love for travel and outdoor adventures. We dive into the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and its Rule 204, shedding light on traceability and recalls in the food supply chain. She also breaks d...

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47:12

Exploring the Cattle Industry: Insights from Veteran...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/07/01

Welcome to Farm to Fork Innovators! Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Russ Gold, a veteran cattle rancher from rural Oklahoma with 60 years of experience. Russ has played a pivotal role in producing some of the finest premium beef in the world.In our discussion, we delve into several important topics, including an overview of the cattle industry from calf to plate, the major challenges the industry faces both on a macro level and day-to-day, the impact of inflation, the future of the cat...

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55:41

Creating Value for Brands in the Digital Age with Ian...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/06/17

In today’s episode, Ian Navarro, founder of Navarro Culinary Connection, shares his journey from distribution roles to establishing his own food service brokerage in Denver, Colorado. Ian explains the concept of food brokerage as a fractional sales team aiding brands in navigating the food service industry. Highlighting the importance of storytelling, building relationships, and leveraging technology, particularly social media, to connect chefs, brands, and distributors, Ian further disc...

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38:58

Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Foodservice,...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/06/03

Join us as we sit down with Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Technologies and a visionary transforming the food supply chain through technology. Starting as a Texas girl with a love for wine and music, Kim shares her fascinating transition from running a winery to pioneering product innovation at Starbucks, and later, enhancing shipping security with blockchain at TradeLens. Kim's tenure at Google shines through as she discusses the company's strategy to revolutionize data structuring for bu...

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48:46

Trailblazing Sustainability and Innovation in Today's...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/05/20

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we sit down with Debi Gann, Vice President, of Marketing and Business Development at ARMADA Supply Chain Solutions to explore the critical role of data and technology in the food service supply chain. With almost a decade in the supply chain industry, Debi shares her background and ARMADA's focus on innovation, including predictive analytics and warehouse advancements. Debi dives into the company’s approach to supply chain solutions, ...

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44:08

Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs): Webinar Bonus...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/05/13

Welcome back to another episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. This monthly webinar episode is especially geared toward those sprouting new food service ventures or who consider the industry second nature. Today we are joined by esteemed industry veterans Jeff Abramson, Brendan Clarke, and James Kennedy as light is shed through the lens of the three key players in the supply chain: Supplies, Distributors and Operators on the often-misunderstood world of Group Purchasing Organizations (...

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47:59

Mani Kulasooriya Co-Founder and CEO of Cut+Dry. ...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/05/06

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we are joined by seasoned tech entrepreneur Mani Kulasooriya, who has spent the last decade dissecting the kinship between the foodservice industry and technology. With a laid groundwork in building Fintech payment systems at Citibank and Yahoo to co-founding CAKE, a restaurant technology startup acquired by Sysco, Mani engages us in a captivating conversation that sheds light on the challenges, successes, and aspirations within the indust...

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51:11

Behind the Scenes: Navigating Shake Shack's Supply...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/04/22

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45:40

Food Traceability: FSMA 204 and the Restaurant...

The Commodity Kitchen with David Maloni ·

2024/04/15

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