Saturday, June 21, 2025 Citrus Farming Risks: A Business Lesson from Freezes

We studied business to avoid agriculture's risks. Unpredictable weather, like freezes, can destroy entire citrus groves, turning assets into liabilities, as we learned from our grandfather and father'...

Saturday, June 21, 2025 Selling Our Company: A Windfall with Dean Foods

When we exited, we realized it was the best time to sell the whole company. We had a great opportunity with Dean Foods. It was a long, tough run, selling was a nice windfall for our family. This is ho...

Saturday, June 21, 2025 Organic Farming: 3-Year Transition & Caretaking Company Growth

From prohibited substances to organic in 3 years! We pivoted to a caretaking company, helping people transition. Rapid growth alongside Uncle Matt's, supplying 1,500 acres across 3 counties. Our team ...

Saturday, June 21, 2025 Living to 100: My Functional Beverage Strategy

Our goal is to live to 100! We discuss how to innovate and meet evolving customer needs with functional beverages. Probiotics, gut-healthy fiber, and turmeric are key for the new generation. #Longevit...

Friday, June 20, 2025 Live to 100: Secrets to Longevity After 50

Our personal goal is to live to be 100! Discover how we plan to achieve longevity after 50. We explore functional foods, probiotics, and gut-healthy fiber for a new generation focused on wellness. #Lo...

Friday, June 20, 2025 Uncle Matt's Organic: The German Inspiration Story

A German customer's inquiry sparked the idea for Uncle Matt's Organic. Around '96, '97, he asked if we could find organic grapefruit juice. We realized the US market lacked organic options, foreseeing...

Friday, June 20, 2025 Organic Farming: Building a Successful Supply Chain Strategy

We became the heart charger, leading company development and management team strategy. Identifying supply as a weak link, our agronomists (dad and brother) helped grow supply. We convinced growers of ...

Friday, June 20, 2025 Teach Kids Value of Hard Work: Future Success Guide

Let's teach our kids the value of hard work, dedication, and integrity. In America, nothing's promised; we earn it. Instill in the next generation that success comes through effort and passion. #HardW...

Friday, June 20, 2025 Organic Farming: Granddad's Wisdom for Sustainable Growth

We rediscovered family roots and sustainable practices by consulting with our granddad about organic farming. His experience before pesticides gave us the confidence to embrace a holistic approach wit...

Friday, June 20, 2025 Dairy Company Comeback: From Sale to Bankruptcy Reacquisition

We never thought we'd buy our company back after selling to the largest dairy company. The emotion of regaining control at a bankruptcy price was incredible. Then, we brought back our old sales manage...

Thursday, June 19, 2025 From Pandemic to Profit: Buying Back Our Company!

We raised money with industry friends and bought our company back in 2020. My wife and I run it, rehired old employees, and hired new ones. Now, we've tripled the business and are having fun! #Busines...

Thursday, June 19, 2025 Mile 40 Podcast Episode 136 Featuring Matt McLean - Squeezing Success: Innovating on Tradition

Episode Promotional Partner: Rhone Use Code: Mile40 in-store or online at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rhone.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 20% off your purchase. Offer valid for New Customers Only. On the latest episode, host Bishoy Tad...