Weaver Popcorn Company was founded by Reverend Ira Weaver in 1928. Dr. Brad Thada is a commercial popcorn breeder and sales director for the company. In this episode, we discuss the origins of popcorn and how new hybrids are produced and grown. Listen for some tips for home gardeners and a little trivia thrown in for fun. Check out popcorn.org for popcorn facts, recipes, and fun projects. You can learn more about Weaver Popcorn at their website: http://www.weaverpopcornhybrids.com/ and follow them on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/weaver-popcorn-hybrids/.
