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- 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
- Veggie Diet & Rock 'N' Roll! February 7, 2021This week Mott The Hoople Keyboard player Morgan Fisher joins Dan and Guido with stories of turning to a veggie diet, on the road with Mott The Hoople, his fascinating art, his move to Tokyo and a bunch of other good stuff! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- A Citrus celebration with Kim Flores January 31, 2021What do you get when you cross a Blood Orange with a Clementine Mandarin? Why the Mandarosa of course! Kim Flores from the Pro Citrus Network joins Dan and Guido to talk about healthy eating, specialty citrus varieties available now. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Enticing Navels January 24, 2021Jim Savaadra, Angela Lopez Avalos and Keith Wilson of Cecelia Packing join Dan and Guido to tell us al about Heirloom Navel Oranges, Blood Oranges, Cara Cara Red Oranges. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- CBD and You January 15, 2021Your Natural Healthcare's Rose Chastain explains in detail how CBD works with our bodies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
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The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly
- WK 47 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP 17 November 26, 2021In this episode Fresh From The Field Friday's Dan the Produce Man interviews Kari Raos who works in the produce department at New Season's Markets in Oregon. Kari began her fresh produce career at Dan's former market in Alameda California 14 years ago and was one of Dan's top performers. With their bells full from […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Thanksgiving Special w/ Alexandra Rae and Ross Nelson - 141 November 22, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we chat with two dynamite people in the Produce and Supply Chain Industry. It is Monday November 22, 2021 and we are 3 days away from the big day! Heck even if you don't celebrate Thanksgiving at least include yourself into the meal!! There […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK46 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY's w/ Robinson Fresh - EP16 November 19, 2021In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan Avakian, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast we have our first featured guest Michael Castagnetto, President of Robinson Fresh! Robinson Fresh was started in 1905 and has been operating in the produce. industry for over 100 years!! Dan and Michael talk about the new […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Indoor Farming with the Founders of District Farms - EP139 November 15, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we speak with Ali and Ibraham the Co-Founders of District Farms! One a lawyer another a passion for indoor farming and one more that you will hear from, but all a passion for FRESH FOOD! In our discussions we are going to move through […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK45 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP15 November 12, 2021In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan Avakian, brought to you by The Produce Industry Podcast we talk too many produce items to name....so you will just have to take a listen of the cornucopia of precuts Dan has brought to the studio this afternoon. With only 6 weeks left of […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Sara Metzger, iTrade Network & Martha Montoya, AgTools, Inc. - EP137 November 8, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we host our Fancy Sponsor, Martha Montoya, CEO of AgTools, Inc. talking all things Data and Analytics and our featured guest of the day Sara Metzger, Sr. Solutions Director at iTrade Network, Inc. During this episode we will hear a bit from Martha on […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK44 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP14 November 5, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Dan The Produce Man Avakian, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast is coming to you LIVE in Tampa, FL. In this episode Dan and Patrick are sitting back in Tampa Bay Florida enjoying the 71 degree weather and enjoying the rays of sun. Now even better […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Arctic® Apples w/ Jenn Armen - EP135 November 1, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Jenn Armen, Vice President of Okanagan Speciality Fruit, Inc. and leaders behind the Arctic® Apple Brands. Patrick and Jenn talk about the two products that are available on the market and yes they are "GMO". We discuss the components behind how […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK43 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP13 October 29, 2021In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast we get ready for Halloween weekend. What is hot in the market this weekend? Are you carving pumpkins or pineapples? There is national pumpkin shortage!!!! Look for some special deals on apples, avocados, cucumbers and […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Leadership Mistakes & History's Worst Decisions - EP133 October 25, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we journey through two great books and reflect on leadership and some of history's worst decisions. During this episode Patrick is going to bring you The Top Ten Mistakes Leaders Make, by Dr. Hans Finzel and a couple stories from Stephen Weir's History's Worst […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK42 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP12 October 22, 2021Welcome back to Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast. This week Dan is ready to share his passion towards produce while fall is in the air!!! Each week we are bringing you a new apple variety as well as other delights that you can […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Scott Simmons, Bluewater Farms, Fresh Cranberry Time - EP131 October 20, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we chat with no stranger to the podcast Scott Simmons, Vice President of Sales of Bluewater Farms. Now today we are not talking about Bluewater Farms Cranberry Juice we are talking all things FRESH CRANBERRIES. Scott gives an overview of how cranberries are grown despite […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK41 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP11 October 15, 2021In this episode of Fresh From The Field Friday's w/ Dan The Produce Man brought to you by The Produce Industry Podcast we chat all things FALL. We are excited to move through the month of October talking about all types of great produce such as pumpkins, pears, apples, mushrooms, and more.... Dan and Patrick […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Cocina Sabrosa LIVE w/ Michael Chavez and Miguel Montero of Ag Tools, Inc. - EP129 October 13, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we have Miguel Montero our Fancy Sponsor Ag Tools and Michael Chavez Co-Hosting LIVE from Long Beach, CA during Cocina Sabrosa Trade Expo. In this jam packed episode we chat with Miguel Motero first about data and analytics. Specifically, we are talking about how […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Mimmo Franzone, Longos Supermarkets and Kim Chackal, Equifruit - EP128 October 11, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we have our Choice Sponsor Equifruit and Longo's Supermarkets. Kim Chackal brings a dynamite connection to the podcast today with Mimmo Franzone, Sr. Director of Produce and Floral of Longo's. Mimmo has a 20 year track record in the produce industry through retail and […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK40 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP10 October 8, 2021In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast we chat all about what is in season this week and what you should pick up. Did someone say pumpkins everyone? What about Sweet Potatoes, Suckle Pears and more....It is October everyone and we are […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Jeff Watkin, Director of Marketing at Sev-Rend Corporation - EP126 October 4, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Jeff Watkin, Director of Marketing of Sev-Rend Corporation. Patrick and Jeff are talking all things sustainable packaging. Jeff gives a 30,000 ft. overview of the company that has a 27+ year history in the produce and supply chain industry, sustainable packing, […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK39 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP9 October 1, 2021In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's by Dan The Produce Man, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast we chat what is in your FREEZER folks! That's right the freezer, not the arctic, not antarctic, but literally one of the coldest spots in your home. There are many different produce items that go […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- MEGA-Distribution Center by A M KING & Mission Produce - EP124 October 1, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we travel to Laredo, TX to visit Mission Produce's new MEGA-DISTRIBUTION CENTER that was designed and built by A M King, an integrated design-build firm with expertise in food distribution and cold storage facilities. Mission Produce has the WORLD's FINEST AVOCADOS and is expanding […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Part 3, Joe Exotic, The Judge and The Journalist - EP123 September 27, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly, Michael Chavez Co-Host this episode with Theresa McKeown and of course Joe Exotic The TIGER KING. We are going to hear more from Joe on the animals, where the profits to the zoo went and what we have all been waiting for Joe's favorite […]The Produce Industry Podcast
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- 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
Listen to Fresh From the Field Fridays
The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly
- WK 47 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP 17 November 26, 2021In this episode Fresh From The Field Friday's Dan the Produce Man interviews Kari Raos who works in the produce department at New Season's Markets in Oregon. Kari began her fresh produce career at Dan's former market in Alameda California 14 years ago and was one of Dan's top performers. With their bells full from […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Thanksgiving Special w/ Alexandra Rae and Ross Nelson - 141 November 22, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we chat with two dynamite people in the Produce and Supply Chain Industry. It is Monday November 22, 2021 and we are 3 days away from the big day! Heck even if you don't celebrate Thanksgiving at least include yourself into the meal!! There […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK46 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY's w/ Robinson Fresh - EP16 November 19, 2021In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan Avakian, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast we have our first featured guest Michael Castagnetto, President of Robinson Fresh! Robinson Fresh was started in 1905 and has been operating in the produce. industry for over 100 years!! Dan and Michael talk about the new […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Indoor Farming with the Founders of District Farms - EP139 November 15, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we speak with Ali and Ibraham the Co-Founders of District Farms! One a lawyer another a passion for indoor farming and one more that you will hear from, but all a passion for FRESH FOOD! In our discussions we are going to move through […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK45 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP15 November 12, 2021In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan Avakian, brought to you by The Produce Industry Podcast we talk too many produce items to name....so you will just have to take a listen of the cornucopia of precuts Dan has brought to the studio this afternoon. With only 6 weeks left of […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Sara Metzger, iTrade Network & Martha Montoya, AgTools, Inc. - EP137 November 8, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we host our Fancy Sponsor, Martha Montoya, CEO of AgTools, Inc. talking all things Data and Analytics and our featured guest of the day Sara Metzger, Sr. Solutions Director at iTrade Network, Inc. During this episode we will hear a bit from Martha on […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK44 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP14 November 5, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Dan The Produce Man Avakian, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast is coming to you LIVE in Tampa, FL. In this episode Dan and Patrick are sitting back in Tampa Bay Florida enjoying the 71 degree weather and enjoying the rays of sun. Now even better […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Arctic® Apples w/ Jenn Armen - EP135 November 1, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Jenn Armen, Vice President of Okanagan Speciality Fruit, Inc. and leaders behind the Arctic® Apple Brands. Patrick and Jenn talk about the two products that are available on the market and yes they are "GMO". We discuss the components behind how […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK43 - FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP13 October 29, 2021In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast we get ready for Halloween weekend. What is hot in the market this weekend? Are you carving pumpkins or pineapples? There is national pumpkin shortage!!!! Look for some special deals on apples, avocados, cucumbers and […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Leadership Mistakes & History's Worst Decisions - EP133 October 25, 2021In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we journey through two great books and reflect on leadership and some of history's worst decisions. During this episode Patrick is going to bring you The Top Ten Mistakes Leaders Make, by Dr. Hans Finzel and a couple stories from Stephen Weir's History's Worst […]The Produce Industry Podcast
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The late Frieda Kaplan, Queen of the Kiwifruit is guest
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