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Have you noticed a greenish-gray spot on your garlic clove?
Well, most people just slice it off and forget about it.
But that small patch of mold is actually a warning sign,
one that connects erratic weather, stretched supply chains, and the food landing on your plate.
China produces the vast majority of the vast majority of the world's garlic,
and this year's unpredictable growing conditions have thrown the entire cycle off balance.
The ripple effect?
Subpar garlic showing up in kitchens across the globe.
We'll talk about it.
We're live from our studios in Beijing.
This is Round Table.
I'm Steve.
Thanks for being with us today.
And for the show, I'm with Yushun and Yushan.
First up.
If you have ever cooked with garlic, chances are it came from China.
The country has long been the undisputed king of garlic production, supplying over 70% of the world's garlic.
In provinces often referred to as the breadbasket of China,