This episode was filmed at Red Gold's headquarters and explores the importance of tomato products in food service with a focus on Red Gold's success in the tomato category. Marlon, David, Jodi, and Michelle talk about the history and evolution of Red Gold, the nutritional benefits of tomato paste, and its role in school food service. The conversation also highlights Red Gold's commitment to quality and vertical integration in the tomato production process. They also discuss the importance of reducing sodium in K-12 products and how they were one of the first to meet and exceed the guidelines. Red Gold provides a variety of versatile tomato products and is committed to customer service and better nutrition made simple.
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00:00 Introduction and the Importance of Tomato Products in Food Service
03:23 Red Gold's History and Success in the Tomato Category
08:05 The Name and Evolution of Red Gold
10:26 The Role of Tomatoes in Recipes and the Nutritional Benefits of Tomato Paste
14:45 The Importance of Tomato Paste in School Food Service
18:31 Red Gold's Commitment to Quality and Vertical Integration
22:24 Red Gold's Better Nutrition Made Simple Products
25:19 Reducing Sodium in Tomato Products and School Meals
31:57 The Variety and Versatility of Red Gold's Tomato Products
36:44 The Seed to Tray Process and Red Gold's Commitment to American-Grown Tomatoes
46:48 The Benefits of Tomatoes and Red Gold's Commitment to Customer Service
50:07 Closing Remarks and Red Gold's Commitment to Quality and Service
