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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
- 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
- Stone Fruit Central: Peaches, Plums, and Backyard Bounty June 27, 2025This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network and AgLife Media, it’s summertime—and that means stone fruit is on fire!Ross and Dan welcome Kevin Steiner from Mountain View Fruit to talk all things peaches, nectarines, peachcots, plumcots, and plums—yellow, white, and everything in between. The season’s hitting its stride, and […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- "The Fruit Will Talk To Us" June 20, 2025This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays, Ross the Produce Boss and Dan the Produce Man welcome Joel Hewitt from CMI Orchards.We’re diving deep into the Northwest Cherry season—talking timing, trends, and taste. Joel gives us the lowdown on the American Dream label—what it stands for, what’s behind it, and why it matters. We’ll […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Fathers and Fields on Friday the 13th June 13, 2025This Friday the 13th, there’s no superstition—just produce ambition!Ross and Dan are talking summer veg with Henry Dill of D’Arrigo Produce.What’s going down in Salinas? What should be going on your plate?We’re serving up fresh updates and seasonal goodies—So tune in and turn on—it’s Fresh From the Field Fridays!Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Local Love: What’s Fresh, What’s Next" June 6, 2025🌱 Fresh From the Field Fridays 🌽This Week with Ross & Dan🎙️ On the Mic: Ross and Dan are back, chatting all things fresh and local as the farmers markets open up across Indianapolis! From homegrown produce to artisan goods, it’s the best time of year to support your local food scene.🗞️ In This Episode:Ross’s […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Slightly Mischievous in Palm Desert, California! May 30, 2025This week’s episode is coming to you straight from the desert heat and produce sweet! With Dan taking a well-deserved week off, Ross “The Produce Boss” is joined by a very special (and slightly mischievous) guest — Patrick Kelly, who’s officially hijacked the mic and taken over the show!Join Ross and Patrick as they dive into:🚗 Grocery store adventures across the West […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Memorial Day Munchies and a Sweet Season Shift May 23, 2025This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network and AgLife Media, Ross and Dan welcome the arrival of stone fruit season and spotlight fresh Memorial Day offerings. Special guest Chef Jeffery Schissel joins the guys to share some top-notch grilling tips and seasonal recipes. Then, it’s off to Sigona’s Produce […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Fresh Talk: Garden Updates, GEM Avos & a Real Organic Story May 16, 2025Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network / AgLife Media with Dan The Produce Man and Ross The Produce Boss!This week:• A quick garden update• Ross' visit with Stephanie Stuckey in Indy• A look at GEM Avocados• OFRF news for organic farmers from the AgLife website• What happens when small organic growers […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- New Crops, Old Tricks: Garden Updates & Merchandising Tips May 9, 2025Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are back from the road and back in the garden.Ross shares his visit to Natural Grocers in Colorado, Dan reports in from Arizona, and both give quick updates from their own backyards.On the table this week:🫐 California blueberries🍒 New crop cherries and fresh varieties🥦 A quick […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Fresh Finds in Tucson: Independent Grocery Store Visits May 2, 2025This week on Fresh From the Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network, your favorite host Dan “The Produce Man” Avakian is joined by special co-host Patrick Kelly, giving Ross the week off! The duo hits the streets of Tucson to explore local grocery stores, dive into the fresh fruits and vegetables on display, and talk about what’s in the […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Don’t Sleep on Baby Artichokes: Rethinking Retail and Inspiring Produce Aisles April 25, 2025The Produce Industry Network and Ag Life Media present Fresh from the Field Fridays with Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss! This week, the guys welcome culinary instructor, food writer, and herb expert Nissa Pierson of My Herbal Roots to dive into the underrated world of baby artichokes, fava leaves, and other […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- The Onion Unpeeled: Shay Myers Gets to the Root of It April 18, 2025AgLifeMedia.com and The Produce Industry Network present Fresh From The Field Fridays with Dan The Produce Man and Ross The Produce Boss!This week, we’re joined by The Farm Kid himself—Shay Myers—as we take off into the fields with the Alluring Allium. So wipe those tears and sharpen your blades… it’s 30 minutes of onion talk […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- More Than Just Produce: Bruno Luis on Creating an environment for his growers and all involved! April 11, 2025Be sure to catch this week’s Fresh From The Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network and AgLifeMedia.com! From asparagus to beans—and specialties in between—Ross and Dan share the mic with Bruno Luis of Southern Specialties.As Bruno says:“That’s what we’re aiming for—everyone to have a good experience, whether they open a Southern Specialties bag or […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- From Garden Beds to Produce Aisles April 4, 2025This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network and AG Life Media Incorporated…Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss dig into their spring garden plans—talking herbs, chives, and a few other tasty surprises.They’ll also cover what’s fresh and in season right now, like sweet English peas and crunchy […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Ross’ Berry Hack & Dan’s Guide to Spring Onions & Garlic March 28, 2025This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network/AgLife Media—Ross The Produce Boss tells Dan The Produce Man why he swears by mason jars for storing berries. Plus, a current crop update straight from Ross’ Produce Boss desk!And Dan dives into Spring Onions and Spring Garlic—a real chef’s delight! How do […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Spring’s Best from Coast to Coast: Asparagus, Artichokes & Berries March 21, 2025This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays with Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss—local favorites straight out of California! We’re talking fresh California asparagus and what’s left of the growers in the state, plus Monterey County and desert-grown artichokes. We’ll also break down the latest on berries from Florida and California—how […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Luck of the Produce Guys: Cabbage, SEPC Insights, and St. Paddy’s Day Fun March 14, 2025This week on Fresh From the Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network, Ross and Dan are feeling the St. Patrick's Day spirit! Ross kicks things off with some key takeaways from the SEPC Educational Sessions, and then the produce guys dive into cabbage and all the festive St. Paddy’s Day goodies. So tune in […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- A Taste of Florida & Fresh Industry Insights before Southern Exposure 2025 March 7, 2025Welcome back to Fresh From the Field Fridays with your host, Ross Nelson, and special co-host, Patrick Kelly! Big Shout-Out to Dan "The Produce Man" for his week off. This week, Ross takes the mic from the brand-new Produce Industry Network Studio in Tampa, FL, sharing his first impressions of the space. We also dive into the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure—one […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Shroomin' with Style: Dan, Ross, and the Magic of Mushrooms February 28, 2025This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays on the Produce Industry Network from AG Life Media, it’s a mushroom madness extravaganza! Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are joined by Sean Stellar from Phillips Mushroom Farms. We’re diving into the magical, mystical world of fresh mushrooms — their flavors, their funk, […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Tropical Crunch: The Story Behind Miami Chips February 21, 2025This week on Fresh From the Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network, Ross and Dan are joined by Raul Polo Jr. to talk about his new product—Miami Chips! Get down to the roots of malanga and yuca chips, plus plantains and other tropical selections. We’re diving into what makes malanga and yuca unique, and […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Flower Power: Fresh Blooms & Secrets for Valentine’s Weekend! February 14, 2025This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network, Dan The Produce Man and Ross The Produce Boss are joined by The Flower Wizard himself, David Kaplan, just in time for Valentine’s weekend!What’s hot in the floral department at your grocery store? What’s trending at your local florist and in the […]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
- Stone Fruit Central: Peaches, Plums, and Backyard Bounty June 27, 2025This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network and AgLife Media, it’s summertime—and that means stone fruit is on fire!Ross and Dan welcome Kevin Steiner from Mountain View Fruit to talk all things peaches, nectarines, peachcots, plumcots, and plums—yellow, white, and everything in between. The season’s hitting its stride, and […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- "The Fruit Will Talk To Us" June 20, 2025This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays, Ross the Produce Boss and Dan the Produce Man welcome Joel Hewitt from CMI Orchards.We’re diving deep into the Northwest Cherry season—talking timing, trends, and taste. Joel gives us the lowdown on the American Dream label—what it stands for, what’s behind it, and why it matters. We’ll […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Fathers and Fields on Friday the 13th June 13, 2025This Friday the 13th, there’s no superstition—just produce ambition!Ross and Dan are talking summer veg with Henry Dill of D’Arrigo Produce.What’s going down in Salinas? What should be going on your plate?We’re serving up fresh updates and seasonal goodies—So tune in and turn on—it’s Fresh From the Field Fridays!Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Local Love: What’s Fresh, What’s Next" June 6, 2025🌱 Fresh From the Field Fridays 🌽This Week with Ross & Dan🎙️ On the Mic: Ross and Dan are back, chatting all things fresh and local as the farmers markets open up across Indianapolis! From homegrown produce to artisan goods, it’s the best time of year to support your local food scene.🗞️ In This Episode:Ross’s […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Slightly Mischievous in Palm Desert, California! May 30, 2025This week’s episode is coming to you straight from the desert heat and produce sweet! With Dan taking a well-deserved week off, Ross “The Produce Boss” is joined by a very special (and slightly mischievous) guest — Patrick Kelly, who’s officially hijacked the mic and taken over the show!Join Ross and Patrick as they dive into:🚗 Grocery store adventures across the West […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Memorial Day Munchies and a Sweet Season Shift May 23, 2025This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network and AgLife Media, Ross and Dan welcome the arrival of stone fruit season and spotlight fresh Memorial Day offerings. Special guest Chef Jeffery Schissel joins the guys to share some top-notch grilling tips and seasonal recipes. Then, it’s off to Sigona’s Produce […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Fresh Talk: Garden Updates, GEM Avos & a Real Organic Story May 16, 2025Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network / AgLife Media with Dan The Produce Man and Ross The Produce Boss!This week:• A quick garden update• Ross' visit with Stephanie Stuckey in Indy• A look at GEM Avocados• OFRF news for organic farmers from the AgLife website• What happens when small organic growers […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- New Crops, Old Tricks: Garden Updates & Merchandising Tips May 9, 2025Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are back from the road and back in the garden.Ross shares his visit to Natural Grocers in Colorado, Dan reports in from Arizona, and both give quick updates from their own backyards.On the table this week:🫐 California blueberries🍒 New crop cherries and fresh varieties🥦 A quick […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Fresh Finds in Tucson: Independent Grocery Store Visits May 2, 2025This week on Fresh From the Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network, your favorite host Dan “The Produce Man” Avakian is joined by special co-host Patrick Kelly, giving Ross the week off! The duo hits the streets of Tucson to explore local grocery stores, dive into the fresh fruits and vegetables on display, and talk about what’s in the […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
- Don’t Sleep on Baby Artichokes: Rethinking Retail and Inspiring Produce Aisles April 25, 2025The Produce Industry Network and Ag Life Media present Fresh from the Field Fridays with Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss! This week, the guys welcome culinary instructor, food writer, and herb expert Nissa Pierson of My Herbal Roots to dive into the underrated world of baby artichokes, fava leaves, and other […]Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian
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