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- 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! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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 2000s --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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 California --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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 garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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
- "Organic Produce is the Gateway To All Other Organic Foods" May 24, 2021Dan the Produce Man and Ron Pelger (filling in for Guido) welcome Matt Seely from the Organic Produce Network. Topics include pricing of organic produce, consumer awareness, and trends, the growth of organic produce over the years, where organic produce is headed and a lot of other good tidbits! Tune In and Turn On! --- […]Dan Avakian
- Our Produce is Tops! May 10, 2021Dan and Guido welcome Jeff Cady - Director of Produce and Floral at Tops Friendly Markets and 2020 Produce Retailer of the Year! Jeff shares insight on what Makes Tops different from other retailers especially in the online arena, stories from the early days and where produce is heading in the future. --- Send […]Dan Avakian
- Try It! April 22, 2021Karen Caplan from Frieda's Specialty Produce joins Dan and Guido to discuss her latest book: Try It! How Frieda Capland Changed the Way We Eat! Also, Turmeric benefits, purple sweet potatoes, Dragon Fruit with flavor, Outer Space Produce and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Championing Fresh Produce in Our Lives April 18, 2021Nate Montgomery The Produce Champion shares stories of the giant produce market in Guadalajara, importing and exporting fresh produce, and taking advantage of our local crops. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Bring It On Home! April 8, 2021Laura Mcintosh from PBS Bringing It Home joins Dan and Guido with tips on what’s in season now… and a sneak preview on the start of the California cherry season just a few weeks away! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- The Specialty of Specialty Produce! April 1, 2021Bob Harrington from Specialty Produce in San Diego joins Dan The Produce Man and Guido The Gardener for a conversation on exotic fruit and veggies as well as the significant roles of small family farms. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- 30 Days of Produce March 23, 2021Eric Patrick from Grant Hunt Co. joins Dan and Guido to discuss and enlighten us on his personal 30 Days of Produce challenge and how we can take the challenge ourselves. Are you up to it? It's easier than you think, join us to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- HealthBeet March 6, 2021Weight Loss Coach Amy Roskelly from Healthbeet healthbeet.org shares her journey of struggles in life to finally come up with the perfect weight loss plan. Amy discusses "Mindful Portion Control," Balanced Nutrition without eliminating any food groups, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Mushrooms, Mangoes, Roots and Goodies, This day in Produce Pair History February 22, 2021Blast from the Past Series. The Produce Pair Radio Show on the Univeral Talk Network Feb 22, 2003. John Garrone from Hazel Dell Mushroom farm joins Dan and Guido for Mushroom Talk. Dan ad Guido cover mangoes, root veggies and other goodies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Produce Life with Brent Erenwert February 16, 2021Brent Erenwert from Brothers Produce and Houston Cold Storage joins Dan and Guido to discuss the current state of the fresh produce world and how he has managed his companies through the Corona Virus scourge. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
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The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly
- Family Friendly Snacking with Fresh Craving's Jay Whitney - EP215 August 8, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with our Standard Sponsor Jay Whitney of Fresh Cravings bringing FAMILY FRIENDLY SNACKING with salsa, humus and dairy products? Today Patrick and Jay chat a bit about The Food Story Brands/Fresh Cravings family business, Salsabrate the good, a golden lid contest that will […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK31 - FIGuratively Speaking it's all FIGured out on FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP53 August 5, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday with Dan the Produce Man Avakian we talk fresh Figs, where did they come from? Are they sacred? How far back in history do they go? Why doe the pollination process creep some people out? Dan answers these questions as well as shares the most […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Top Produce Trends with Mike Kostyo, Trendologist of Datassential - EP213 August 1, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring back Mike Kostyo, Trendologist of Datassentials for our 3 episode in our PRODUCE TRENDS Series. The first two episodes we chatted about the Top 5 fruits and veggies on the menu and now we will discuss some top produce trends that […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK30 - THAT'S WHAT THE SIGN SAYS ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP52 July 29, 2022In this weeks Fresh From the Field Friday's episode with Dan The Produce Man Avakian the question is "is it just a Yellow Peach?" That's what the sign says in the Supermarket Produce Department, but what variety is it? How come the peach you bought last week was better than this week? Dan Explains. Also […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Generational Chat with Alex Jackson of Frieda's Branded Produce - EP211 July 25, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Millennial, Women Leader, and Next Generation in the produce industry, Alex Jackson, Director of Sales with Frieda’s Branded Produce. Alex and Patrick take you on a journey above the clouds with Frieda’s and how they started and where they are today. […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK29- NECTARINES, PEACHES & PLUOTS OH MY ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP51 July 22, 2022In the week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian we go on a flavorful experience through stone fruit. Nectarines, Peaches and Pluots OH MY!!!!! Dan goes deep into this episode bringing you all kids of summer fruit that will make your taste buds explode. Fantasia Nectarines, Elberta & […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Citrus From South Africa with Suhanra Conradie - EP209 July 18, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Suhanra Conradie, CEO of Summer Citrus from South Africa. What is that you may ask? A brand? A Grower? or an an entire SUPPLY CHAIN!!! We learn from Suhanra on what is Citrus from South Africa and where you will see […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK28 - SUMMER BEANS MAKE ME FEEL FINE ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP50 July 15, 2022It's a green bean kind of day on Fresh From the Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast with with Dan the Produce Man Avakian. From fresh summer green beans abound to Green, Yellow, Purple, Italian Roman, Sauté them, Freeze them & Pickle them! Summer Beans Make DAN Feel Fine! During the summer in the […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Planting Lotus seeds of sustainability with Farzan Dehmoubed, CEO of Lotus Sustainables - EP207 July 11, 2022In this weekly episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Farzan Dehmoubed, CEO of Lotus Sustainables. At Lotus Sustainables, they’re on a mission to eliminate plastic bags from shopping.It’s a big goal. But we’ll they are on the path to success! How? By planting Lotus seeds of sustainability—small acts of […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK27 - DO IT WITH A SMILE ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP49 July 8, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's from The Produce Industry Podcast, Dan the Produce Man is joined by Vince Mastromauro Produce Director for Sunset Foods. With lots of goodies in the produce department Vince whips up a delicious Broccoli Rabe dish that'll get your chops watering, an exclusive variety of Sweet […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Kicking off Independence Day to SEE MORE, ACHIEVE MORE with Miguel Montero of AgTools, Inc. - EP205 July 4, 2022In this weeks episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we chat with our Fancy Sponsor Ag Tool's very own Miguel Montero. Patrick and Miguel kick off the 4th of July with a BANG!!! We are LIVE on this beautiful INDEPENDENCE DAY talking all things produce!!!! Ag Tools has been a SPONSOR since […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK26 - BIG, BABY, RED, YELLOW AND ORANGE WATERMELONS ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP48 July 1, 2022In this week's episode of FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S w/ Dan The Produce Man Avakian its its 4th of July weekend!!!!! Dan shares everything Watermelons! Big watermelons, baby watermelons red watermelons, yellow watermelons, orange watermelons and a 5000 dollar watermelon! It is a watermelon type of a day here at The Produce Industry Podcast. […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Water for All with Blue Mission's, Danny Rodriguez and Continental Fresh's, Albert Perez - EP203 June 27, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Blue Missions "Danny Rodriguez" and Continental Fresh's "Albert Perez regarding WATER FOR ALL! We get to know the Mission from Danny and how Albert has been involved in helping communities gain water access for over 2 decades. Water for All is […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK25 - COOKING SUMMER FRUIT W/ CHEF NICHOLAS KAEL - EP47 June 24, 2022In this episode of FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S w/ Dan the Produce Man we chat with Self Made Bay Area Chef Nicholas KAEL - Join Dan and Nicholas with tips on cooking and prepping summer fruit and veggies! Elote Street Pizza, Korean Cheese Corn, Fermented Blueberry Corn? Yup! And Compressed Watermelon Salad! Have you […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- TOP 5 Fastest Growing VEGGIES on the MENU w/ Mike Kostyo of Datassential - EP201 June 20, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we talk with Trendologist Mike Kostyo of Datassential. Mike and Patrick are bringing you Epsiode 2 in this series talking about the organization as well as some of the old and new restaurant trends! Also did you know the Top 5 Growing Veggies today? […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK24 - 200TH EPISODE ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP46 June 17, 2022This Week's Fresh From the Field Fridays is The Produce Industry Podcast's 200th episode! Patrick joins Dan to celebrate with Summer Fruit Salad, Wax on Apples, Summer Navel Imports, Sweet Corn, Patrick's Fluffy Omelets, and of course, Happy Father's Day to to all! COME JOIN US AS WE HAVE FUN ON OUR 200TH EPISODE!!! FANCY […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Get Stuck with Stephanie Stuckey - EP199 June 13, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast we bring back our LIVE-Session with Stephanie Stuckey! In this LIVE-STREAM we chat with Mother, Entrepreneur, Businesswoman, former Politician, and CEO of Stuckey's Corporation. Stephanie Stuckey is on her way in rebuilding her families brand being 3rd generation owner while teaching her kids the importance of […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK23 - TWO DAYS AWAY FROM SUMMER ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP45 June 10, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce man Avakian and we’re a week and two days away from Summer!!!! Dan tells us how to peel tomatoes without diluting the flavor, a great tip for marinating tomatoes and adding to pizza. Tips on buying Boysenberries, blackberries apricots corn! Get […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Top 5 Growing Fruits w/ Mike Kostyo, Trendologist of Datassential - EP197 June 6, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we talk with Trendologist Mike Kostyo of Datassential. Mike and Patrick discussing a bit about the organization as well as some of the old and new restaurant menu trends! Also did you know the Top 5 Growing fruit today? We are going to count […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK22 -GATEWAY TO SUMMER FRUIT ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP44 June 3, 2022In this week's Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan the Produce Man Avakian covers the Gateway to Summer Fruit! Royal Blenhiem Apricots, Bing Cherries, Peaches, Pluots, Plumcots, Apriums, Nectarines and more! It's summertime baby! This week Patrick is in Palm Dessert at the West Coast Produce Expo checking out all the new and innovative […]The Produce Industry Podcast
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- 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! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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 2000s --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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 California --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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 garden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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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The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly
- Family Friendly Snacking with Fresh Craving's Jay Whitney - EP215 August 8, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with our Standard Sponsor Jay Whitney of Fresh Cravings bringing FAMILY FRIENDLY SNACKING with salsa, humus and dairy products? Today Patrick and Jay chat a bit about The Food Story Brands/Fresh Cravings family business, Salsabrate the good, a golden lid contest that will […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK31 - FIGuratively Speaking it's all FIGured out on FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP53 August 5, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday with Dan the Produce Man Avakian we talk fresh Figs, where did they come from? Are they sacred? How far back in history do they go? Why doe the pollination process creep some people out? Dan answers these questions as well as shares the most […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Top Produce Trends with Mike Kostyo, Trendologist of Datassential - EP213 August 1, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring back Mike Kostyo, Trendologist of Datassentials for our 3 episode in our PRODUCE TRENDS Series. The first two episodes we chatted about the Top 5 fruits and veggies on the menu and now we will discuss some top produce trends that […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK30 - THAT'S WHAT THE SIGN SAYS ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP52 July 29, 2022In this weeks Fresh From the Field Friday's episode with Dan The Produce Man Avakian the question is "is it just a Yellow Peach?" That's what the sign says in the Supermarket Produce Department, but what variety is it? How come the peach you bought last week was better than this week? Dan Explains. Also […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Generational Chat with Alex Jackson of Frieda's Branded Produce - EP211 July 25, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Millennial, Women Leader, and Next Generation in the produce industry, Alex Jackson, Director of Sales with Frieda’s Branded Produce. Alex and Patrick take you on a journey above the clouds with Frieda’s and how they started and where they are today. […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK29- NECTARINES, PEACHES & PLUOTS OH MY ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP51 July 22, 2022In the week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian we go on a flavorful experience through stone fruit. Nectarines, Peaches and Pluots OH MY!!!!! Dan goes deep into this episode bringing you all kids of summer fruit that will make your taste buds explode. Fantasia Nectarines, Elberta & […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Citrus From South Africa with Suhanra Conradie - EP209 July 18, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Suhanra Conradie, CEO of Summer Citrus from South Africa. What is that you may ask? A brand? A Grower? or an an entire SUPPLY CHAIN!!! We learn from Suhanra on what is Citrus from South Africa and where you will see […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK28 - SUMMER BEANS MAKE ME FEEL FINE ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP50 July 15, 2022It's a green bean kind of day on Fresh From the Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast with with Dan the Produce Man Avakian. From fresh summer green beans abound to Green, Yellow, Purple, Italian Roman, Sauté them, Freeze them & Pickle them! Summer Beans Make DAN Feel Fine! During the summer in the […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Planting Lotus seeds of sustainability with Farzan Dehmoubed, CEO of Lotus Sustainables - EP207 July 11, 2022In this weekly episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Farzan Dehmoubed, CEO of Lotus Sustainables. At Lotus Sustainables, they’re on a mission to eliminate plastic bags from shopping.It’s a big goal. But we’ll they are on the path to success! How? By planting Lotus seeds of sustainability—small acts of […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK27 - DO IT WITH A SMILE ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP49 July 8, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's from The Produce Industry Podcast, Dan the Produce Man is joined by Vince Mastromauro Produce Director for Sunset Foods. With lots of goodies in the produce department Vince whips up a delicious Broccoli Rabe dish that'll get your chops watering, an exclusive variety of Sweet […]The Produce Industry Podcast
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