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- Blast From the Past: Summer Goodies June 11, 2024The Produce Pair Radio Show on the Talk America Radio Network. June 7th sometime in the very early 2000s Guido The Gardener and Dan The Produce Man are joined by Kentucky Wonder Beans, Boysenberries and Blackberries, Guido's Squash tips in the garden, Dan's Heirloom TomatoesDan Avakian
- Coachella Valley Sweet Corn! May 19, 2023Fire up the grill this weekend with fresh new crop California corn on the cob! The desert region has given us great promotable volume on this first of the season crop from Coachella!Dan Avakian
- English Peas a Real Spring Treat! May 18, 2023Fresh English Peas in the pod are in from along California's coastal growing regions Dan shares tips on what to look for so you ca become an expert at picking out the sweetest peas every time!Dan Avakian
- May- Peak season for several Artichoke varieties! May 17, 2023Dan shares with us the best way to pick an artichoke with a Big Heart!Dan Avakian
- The Golden Rush of Gold Rush Apples! October 16, 2022Like many other apples the cidery sweet Gold Rush Apple is a combination of several other varieties. Tasty, Crunchy, and in season NOW!Dan Avakian
- Farmers Market Tips September 23, 2022When you buy specific produce items during your trip to the farmers market makes a big difference in how long they will last.Dan Avakian
- Last Day of Summer Grapeness September 22, 2022Are California Concord Grapes really Concord Grapes? The Thompson Seedless Golden Surprise!Dan Avakian
- Fresh September Figs! September 20, 2022September is a great month for fresh California figs, but how do you pick the sweetest and tastiest fruit?Dan Avakian
- Dry Farmed Tomatoes September 17, 2022September is a great month for California tomatoes, Heirlooms, Beefsteaks, and Multi-colored Cherry Tomatoes, but there's one tomato that bursts with more flavor than all of them! Tune in and find out what Dan's pick is this week!Dan Avakian
- Taste, Aroma, Color, Texture. September 6, 2022Blast from the Past: Award-winning Hall of Fame Legend Graham Kerr joins Dan and Guido to share the pleasure of fresh fruit and vegetables.Dan Avakian
- Blast From the Past Jan 29 2005 February 15, 2022Dan and Guido go over in-season produce of the day as well as health news from early 2005.Country of Origin Labeling, Food Labeling, RFIDs, OSO sweet Onions, Tangerines, Desert Artichokes, Peruvian Mangoes, and more!Dan Avakian
- Blast from the Past: The Queen of the Kiwifruit and other Specialties January 15, 2022Dan the Produce Man and Guido the Gardener with Guest Frieda Rapoport Caplan Exact date unknown - the early 2000sDan Avakian
- Have Yourself a Scary Little Christmas and a Creepy New Year! December 28, 2021Creepy Santa, Pickled Zucchini, Cigar Smoking Paperboys, Kelsey Printing Press, Mel's Bowling Alley. Dan the Produce Man shares a wild story of his pre-produce days as a paperboy in Alameda CaliforniaDan Avakian
- Blast From the Past Series at PW Market Dec 2, 2003 December 17, 2021Dan and Guido broadcast Live at the legendary PW Market in Castro Valley California. PW Markets, now closed, was a good old-fashioned high-end grocery chain established in the 1940s and closing in 2010. Dan and Guido broadcast from right inside the produce department.Dan Avakian
- Vegan Seafood? October 25, 2021Registered Dietician, Food Technologist, and Author Nancy Berkoff joins Dan and Guido with fantastic information on Nutrition for the elderly, Also how long can we keep fresh smoothies in the refrigerator before they lose their nutritional value? The origin of Soy Milk and Rice Milk and Vegan Seafood.Dan Avakian
- Blast from the Past: October 23, 2004. October 19, 2021Blast from the Past: October 2004. Dan and Guido cover winter squashes that were starting to trend, early organic Satsuma Mandarins, Black Twig Apple and interviews from Produce Marketing Association’s 2004 Fresh Summit. Also, Miracle Berries, Pink lemons and Purple dragon Fruit.Dan Avakian
- Squirrely Pumpkin October 10, 2021Dan and Guido discuss the "Lucky Pear," Asian Pears, Honeynut Squash, French and Italian Prunes, Guido gives Dan some advice on keeping the squirrels from eating his pumpkins.Dan Avakian
- Late Summer Fruit and Winter Garden September 20, 2021Dan and Guido go over some late summer fruit and Guido the Gardener gives tips on planting a winter gardenDan Avakian
- Rough on the Outside, Soft on the Inside. June 14, 2021It's California Avocado Season, in fact, it's California Avocado Month! Jan DeLyser from the California Avocado Commission joins Dan and Guido to inform us all about the creamy goodness of avocados. From the most popular variety to older varieties and even a new variety.Dan Avakian
- How Many Produce Items Are in Your Refrigerator? May 30, 2021Patrick Kelly (The Produce Industry Podcast) joins Dan the Produce Man™ for a conversation on fresh produce consumption. Do produce industry people eat what they sell? What’s new with the FlavorWave App and The Produce Industry App? Also a bonus clip at the end, a Produce Pair Promo for 2003, how many of these folks […]Dan Avakian
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Fresh From the Field Fridays
- Festive Freshness: Holiday Trends and Displays with Brian Dey December 13, 2024🎙️ Fresh From the Field Fridays brings you a special holiday edition with Host Ross Nelson and guest co-host Patrick Kelly filling in for Dan as he celebrates his birthday. This week, we dive into the festive spirit with produce legend Brian Dey of Four Seasons Produce. Together, we unwrap the secrets behind seasonal trends, the art […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Fresh Perspectives: Joe Esta Talks Idaho Potatoes and Industry Trends December 6, 2024Tune in to this week's Fresh From The Field Fridays podcast, brought to you by the Produce Industry Network! Join hosts Ross and Dan as they sit down with Joe Esta from Wada Farms, one of The Packer 25's prestigious honorees. Joe dives into the highlights of this year’s Idaho potato crop, shares his favorite […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Black Friday Special: Diving Into Produce Insights With Anne-Marie Roerink November 29, 2024This week, Ross and Dan team up with the brilliant Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics to uncover the hottest produce trends for 2024 and take a sneak peek at what’s in store for 2025. Will produce continue to thrive, or is it just jive? Take a dive into this session recorded live at The Produce […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Citrus Spotlight: Classics, Throwbacks, and New Hits with Golden Star Citrus November 22, 2024This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are joined by Mike Chavez from Golden Star Citrus! With the holidays right around the corner and citrus season in full swing, Mike dives into some classic varieties, a few old-school favorites, and […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- 30 Days of Apples with Eric Patrick: New Flavors & Fresh Picks November 15, 2024This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are joined by Eric Patrick, discussing his article "30 Days of Apples." Dive into the latest apple varieties, uncover their unique flavor profiles, crisp textures, and the stories behind these exciting current varieties.So […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- From Sales to Leadership: Game-Changing Benefits of Merchandising November 8, 2024This week on The Produce Industry Network's Fresh From The Field Fridays, join Ross “The Produce Boss” and Dan “The Produce Man” as they welcome Merchandising Account Executive Roberto Bolivar! Roberto will reveal how a top-notch merchandiser can elevate your produce department—boosting sales, driving profits, and building leadership. Discover what an expert merchandiser brings to […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- A Taste of Michigan: Fresh-Pressed Cider and Sweet Cherry Cheer! November 1, 2024Get ready to pour yourself a tall taste of fall! This week on Fresh From the Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, join Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss as they welcome three special guests from River Ridge Cider Company in Sparta, MI. Trish Taylor, RJ Simons, and John Woodall bring […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- IFPA Adventures: Knives, Mystery Peppers, and Pumpkin Pleasures! October 25, 2024Get ready for an exciting episode of The Produce Industry Network's Fresh From The Field Fridays! This week, Ross and Dan dive into their thrilling experiences at last week's IFPA event. Ross adds some impressive new knives to his collection, sparking a lively discussion about the art of trimming techniques in the produce department.But that's […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- What's Fresh in Atlanta? Dan and Ross Go LIVE from the Global Show October 18, 2024Join Dan "The Produce Man" and Ross "The Produce Boss" as they go LIVE from the heart of the action at the IFPA Global Floral & Produce Show in Atlanta! 🎙️🍑 In this special episode, the dynamic duo chats about the excitement of being in Atlanta, what they expect from the show, their favorite booth […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Transforming Produce with Tech: Tony Nuovo’s Vision at Growerstock October 11, 2024This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network, Ross the Produce Boss and Dan the Produce Man are taking the fields into the tech world with Tony Nuovo, founder of Growerstock! Tony and his team are revolutionizing the fresh produce industry by bridging the gap between suppliers, buyers, and logistics […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Florida Citrus Reimagined: Quentin Roe on New Innovations and Overcoming Challenges October 4, 2024Get ready for an exciting episode of Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network! This week, Dan The Produce Man and Ross The Produce Boss are joined by the legendary Quentin Roe from Noble Citrus. Quentin reveals thrilling new citrus varieties that have been in development for decades, giving the Florida citrus […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Harvest Tales: Potatoes, Onions, and Farm Adventures with Dan & Ross! September 27, 2024This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays, join Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss as they dive into the excitement of potato and onion harvest season! Ross shares highlights from his recent tour, while Dan reflects on last year’s harvest adventure. Catch exclusive behind-the-scenes footage on our video podcast available on […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Cheese and Produce: Creating Culinary Magic with The Cheese Dude September 20, 2024Get ready for a deliciously informative episode of Fresh from the Field Fridays on the Produce Industry Network! This week, join Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss as they welcome the world-traveling cheese expert, Mark Todd, also known as the Cheese Dude.Together, they dive into the art of cheese pairings with fresh produce and […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Music City Meets Produce City LIVE in Nashville, TN September 13, 2024Get ready for a fun and energetic episode of "Fresh From the Field Fridays" as we go LIVE from the vibrant city of Nashville, TN! Join your hosts, Patrick Kelly and Ross "The Produce Boss," as they bring you the buzz straight from one of the biggest produce conferences on innovation of the year Southern Innovations by Southeast Produce Council. From insightful education sessions […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Fruits of Summer, Winds of Fall: A Produce Lover’s Delight September 6, 2024This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss welcome the one and only Armand Lobato! With Dan's latest video and Armand's current column both proclaiming "Summer's not over yet," they dive into the mouthwatering summer fruits and produce still filling the […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- From Orchard Dreams to Online Fame: The Apple and Pear Experience August 30, 2024This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network:From a little girl hanging around with her dad in the apple and pear orchards of Tonasket, Washington, to social media sensation Kaitlyn Thornton, known as Apple Girl Kait, along with her father, Geoff Thornton, join Dan The Produce Man and Ross The […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- WK34 - What's the Buzz? - EP161 August 23, 2024This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays, presented by The Produce Industry Network, join us for an engaging conversation with three seasoned produce veterans. Edwin Stepp from The Produce Buzzers Podcast teams up with Dan The Produce Man and Ross The Produce Boss to explore the freshest seasonal picks from coast to coast. Discover […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- WK33 - The Shrink Dilemma: Is It Hurting Produce Sales? - EP160 August 16, 2024Get ready for an electrifying episode of Fresh From The Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network! This week, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss dive deep into the bounty of August’s fresh fruit offerings. From juicy stone fruits and sweet figs to refreshing melons, and the first taste of new crop […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- WK32 - Everybody Wins!” - Pepper Power: Exploring the Legendary Hatch Chili with Young Guns Chile - EP159 August 9, 2024Get ready for a sizzling episode of Fresh from the Field Fridays on theProduce Industry Network! This week, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the ProduceBoss are turning up the heat as they celebrate August's star vegetable—thelegendary Hatch Chili Pepper from New Mexico! 🌶️Joining them is Chris Franzoy of Young Guns Hatch Valley Chile, bringing […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- WK31 - From Honeydew to Grapes: Ross’s California Produce Adventure - EP158 August 2, 2024This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays, Ross The Produce Boss co-hosts with Dan The Produce Man for an unmissable episode packed with August's freshest picks. Ross’s recent journey from Fresno down to Brawley in California’s San Joaquin and Imperial Valleys takes you to the heart of Honeydew and Cantaloupe fields, Table Grape Vineyards, […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
Listen to the Latest Produce Pair Podcast
The Produce Pair
- Blast From the Past: Summer Goodies June 11, 2024The Produce Pair Radio Show on the Talk America Radio Network. June 7th sometime in the very early 2000s Guido The Gardener and Dan The Produce Man are joined by Kentucky Wonder Beans, Boysenberries and Blackberries, Guido's Squash tips in the garden, Dan's Heirloom TomatoesDan Avakian
- Coachella Valley Sweet Corn! May 19, 2023Fire up the grill this weekend with fresh new crop California corn on the cob! The desert region has given us great promotable volume on this first of the season crop from Coachella!Dan Avakian
- English Peas a Real Spring Treat! May 18, 2023Fresh English Peas in the pod are in from along California's coastal growing regions Dan shares tips on what to look for so you ca become an expert at picking out the sweetest peas every time!Dan Avakian
- May- Peak season for several Artichoke varieties! May 17, 2023Dan shares with us the best way to pick an artichoke with a Big Heart!Dan Avakian
- The Golden Rush of Gold Rush Apples! October 16, 2022Like many other apples the cidery sweet Gold Rush Apple is a combination of several other varieties. Tasty, Crunchy, and in season NOW!Dan Avakian
- Farmers Market Tips September 23, 2022When you buy specific produce items during your trip to the farmers market makes a big difference in how long they will last.Dan Avakian
- Last Day of Summer Grapeness September 22, 2022Are California Concord Grapes really Concord Grapes? The Thompson Seedless Golden Surprise!Dan Avakian
- Fresh September Figs! September 20, 2022September is a great month for fresh California figs, but how do you pick the sweetest and tastiest fruit?Dan Avakian
- Dry Farmed Tomatoes September 17, 2022September is a great month for California tomatoes, Heirlooms, Beefsteaks, and Multi-colored Cherry Tomatoes, but there's one tomato that bursts with more flavor than all of them! Tune in and find out what Dan's pick is this week!Dan Avakian
- Taste, Aroma, Color, Texture. September 6, 2022Blast from the Past: Award-winning Hall of Fame Legend Graham Kerr joins Dan and Guido to share the pleasure of fresh fruit and vegetables.Dan Avakian
Listen to Fresh From the Field Fridays
Fresh From the Field Fridays
- Festive Freshness: Holiday Trends and Displays with Brian Dey December 13, 2024🎙️ Fresh From the Field Fridays brings you a special holiday edition with Host Ross Nelson and guest co-host Patrick Kelly filling in for Dan as he celebrates his birthday. This week, we dive into the festive spirit with produce legend Brian Dey of Four Seasons Produce. Together, we unwrap the secrets behind seasonal trends, the art […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Fresh Perspectives: Joe Esta Talks Idaho Potatoes and Industry Trends December 6, 2024Tune in to this week's Fresh From The Field Fridays podcast, brought to you by the Produce Industry Network! Join hosts Ross and Dan as they sit down with Joe Esta from Wada Farms, one of The Packer 25's prestigious honorees. Joe dives into the highlights of this year’s Idaho potato crop, shares his favorite […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Black Friday Special: Diving Into Produce Insights With Anne-Marie Roerink November 29, 2024This week, Ross and Dan team up with the brilliant Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics to uncover the hottest produce trends for 2024 and take a sneak peek at what’s in store for 2025. Will produce continue to thrive, or is it just jive? Take a dive into this session recorded live at The Produce […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Citrus Spotlight: Classics, Throwbacks, and New Hits with Golden Star Citrus November 22, 2024This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are joined by Mike Chavez from Golden Star Citrus! With the holidays right around the corner and citrus season in full swing, Mike dives into some classic varieties, a few old-school favorites, and […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- 30 Days of Apples with Eric Patrick: New Flavors & Fresh Picks November 15, 2024This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are joined by Eric Patrick, discussing his article "30 Days of Apples." Dive into the latest apple varieties, uncover their unique flavor profiles, crisp textures, and the stories behind these exciting current varieties.So […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- From Sales to Leadership: Game-Changing Benefits of Merchandising November 8, 2024This week on The Produce Industry Network's Fresh From The Field Fridays, join Ross “The Produce Boss” and Dan “The Produce Man” as they welcome Merchandising Account Executive Roberto Bolivar! Roberto will reveal how a top-notch merchandiser can elevate your produce department—boosting sales, driving profits, and building leadership. Discover what an expert merchandiser brings to […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- A Taste of Michigan: Fresh-Pressed Cider and Sweet Cherry Cheer! November 1, 2024Get ready to pour yourself a tall taste of fall! This week on Fresh From the Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, join Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss as they welcome three special guests from River Ridge Cider Company in Sparta, MI. Trish Taylor, RJ Simons, and John Woodall bring […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- IFPA Adventures: Knives, Mystery Peppers, and Pumpkin Pleasures! October 25, 2024Get ready for an exciting episode of The Produce Industry Network's Fresh From The Field Fridays! This week, Ross and Dan dive into their thrilling experiences at last week's IFPA event. Ross adds some impressive new knives to his collection, sparking a lively discussion about the art of trimming techniques in the produce department.But that's […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- What's Fresh in Atlanta? Dan and Ross Go LIVE from the Global Show October 18, 2024Join Dan "The Produce Man" and Ross "The Produce Boss" as they go LIVE from the heart of the action at the IFPA Global Floral & Produce Show in Atlanta! 🎙️🍑 In this special episode, the dynamic duo chats about the excitement of being in Atlanta, what they expect from the show, their favorite booth […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Transforming Produce with Tech: Tony Nuovo’s Vision at Growerstock October 11, 2024This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network, Ross the Produce Boss and Dan the Produce Man are taking the fields into the tech world with Tony Nuovo, founder of Growerstock! Tony and his team are revolutionizing the fresh produce industry by bridging the gap between suppliers, buyers, and logistics […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
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