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Jolly Time popcorn boss reflects on a year in charge
Sioux City Iowa interview with Steve Huisenga head of Amer ican Pop Corn Co known for Jolly Time. He discusses annual production of 30 000 to 50 000 tons 150 billion kernels 13.5 14.5 percent moisture targets and sorting by size density and color. He notes yellow vs white kernels differences and regional grow areas including Nebraska Iowa and South Dakota. The firm traces roots to Cloid H Smith 1914 and 1925 branding focus on Jolly Time with 110 year history and family ownership. A development cycle for new products spans a year to 18 months with input from R D and marketing.
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Sioux City
Steve Huisenga
American Pop Corn Co
Jolly Time
Fun Place
Huisenga
Smith
Iowa
Nebraska
South Dakota
Braska
Ogallala
Schaller
Highway 20
Missouri Valley
Lower Brule
Odebolt
Cloud Smith
Cloid
Conagra