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- 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! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Last Day of Summer Grapeness September 22, 2022Are California Concord Grapes really Concord Grapes? The Thompson Seedless Golden Surprise! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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! --- 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
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The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly
- Hiking the Tallest Mountain in the Caribbean with Blue Missions and Continental Fresh - EP247 November 26, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we record while we are in the Dominican Republic hiking the tallest mountain in the Caribbean. In this episode you will hear from our leaders Daniel Rodriguez and Albert Perez along with many interviews from people along the trek! Some in produce and others […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK47 - DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP69 November 25, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From The Field Friday's, Patrick joins Dan the Produce Man recap the Thanksgiving Holiday and talk briefly on upcoming fresh produce items for December, Leftovers and Fabulous Fresh Fruit and Veg Fun! Are you ready for the last holiday of the year? Are you ready for FRESHNESS? We have […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Sunrays® Sustainability, Packaging and Innovation with John Paap of Jac Vandenber, Inc. - EP245 November 21, 2022In this weeks episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with our Choice Sponsor Jac Vandenberg, Inc's. very own John Paap talking SUSTAINABILITY! Now to most people sustainability might just mean putting plastic and cardboard in the recycle bin, or using paper vs. plastic at the grocery store, or even as […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK46 - WATER FOR ALL ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP68 November 18, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From The Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian, Patrick is back co-hosting with Dan shareing the cause behind the Dominican Republic trip with Blue Missions and Continental Fresh. Patrick and other produce professionals will hike the tallest peak in the Caribbean creating better water infrastructures for towns […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Regenerative Farming, Artisan Production Methods and Nature Friendly Packaging w/ Matthieu Kohlmeyer, Founder of La Tourangelle - EP243 November 14, 2022In this weeks episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we get into all things oil! Matthieu Kohlmeyer, Founder and CEO of La Tourangelle is passionate about making high quality ingredients that are good for the table, community and planet. Through regenerative farming, artisan production methods and nature friendly packaging they want to empower […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK45 - THANKSGIVING COUNTDOWN ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP67 November 11, 2022In this weeks episode of Fresh From The field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian its the Countdown to Thanksgiving: All about Chestnuts. Did you know that at one time not too long ago chestnut trees were 25% of the American forest? This an more, tune in and turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Ag Tools, […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- IFPA Recap w/ Leah Halverson of Ten Acre Marketing - EP241 November 7, 2022In this weeks episode of The produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we welcome Leah Halverson, Founder of Ten Acre Marketing and Women Leader in Fresh Produce!! Today we recap the International fresh Produce Association Global Show that happened in Orlando 2 weeks ago, listen to some interviews that were conducted at the event and […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK44 - PRODUCE SHOPPING LIST ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP66 November 4, 2022This week - Dan's extensive fresh produce shopping list, lady apples, satsuma mandarins and what is the difference between a sweet potato and a yam? Tune in and Turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Ag Tools, Inc.: https://www.agtechtools.com, Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com, Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com, Buck Naked Onions/Owyhee Produce, Inc.: http://www.owyheeproduce.com and John Greene Logistics Company: https://www.jglc.com […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Halloween Screams Fresh Produce w/ Trenton Bennett - EP239 October 31, 2022Re-Living the spookiest part of 2020 and no were not just talking about covid-19. In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we bring you some CELEBRITY GUESTS. Now these are not your traditional celebrities, I mean yes they are in movies, yes you will recognize them if you see in a […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK43 - ALWAYS FRESH HARVEST ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP65 October 29, 2022In this week's episode on Fresh From The Field Fridays with Dan the Produce Man he is starting to see shorter daylight hours and chilly evenings change our local tomatoes, Concorde Pears and newly harvested California Walnuts! Tune in and Turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Ag Tools, Inc.: https://www.agtechtools.com, Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com, Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com, […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Kaitlyn Thornton 4th Gen Orchardist talks closing the gap between producers and consumers through social media and education - EP237 October 24, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring on Kaitlyn Thornton 4th Gen Orchardist who is closing the gap between producers and consumers through social media and education. Im not going to lie - I had a bit of star truck and fan grilled the heck out of her […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK42 - FARM VISITS ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP64 October 21, 2022This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays a brief crop update from Dan's visit to Salinas, stone fruit season ends, not so gold melogold, the long lineage of the Honeycrisp apple and a brief tribute to Chef and author Carlo Middione. Tune in and Turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Ag Tools, Inc.: https://www.agtechtools.com, Flavor Wave, […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- All dip for your chip with Fresh Craving's Jay Whitney - EP235 October 17, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we bring on our Standard Sponsor Fresh Cravings very own Jay Whitney. With just over a week out from the industries International Fresh Produce event in Orlando, FL Jay and Patrick are going to chat a bit about some of the products they […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK41 - FALL FAVES ARE ALL THE RAVE ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP63 October 14, 2022In this week's Fresh From The Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man he shares a bleak Vegetable crop report. Also Winesap and Pippin Apples, Marina di Chioggia Pumpkins, new crop Fuyu Persimmons and Abate Fetel Pears. Fall Faves are all the rave! Tune in & Turn on! Are you ready for the chill of […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- The Trust Paradigm with Geoff Hudson-Searle of the United Kingdom - EP233 October 10, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we have Geoff Hudson-Searle from episode 23. Two years ago Geoff and Patrick spoke about returning to work from the Covid-19 pandemic and 5 tips for returning to work with a purpose. It was all about purposeful discussions and how to have a […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK40 - CHILLIN WITH DANNY SERIO FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRDAY'S - EP62 October 7, 2022On this week's Fresh From The Field Fridays with Dan the Produce Man we step into the kitchen with Chef Danny Serio as he shares tips on preparation of some of our favorite in season items like Spaghetti Squash, Bartlett Pears, Portobello and Button Mushrooms, Mangoes and Kiwifruit. It's Fall so don't stall tune in […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- California Giant Berry Farms w/ Thomas Smith & Co-Host Ross Nelson - EP231 October 3, 2022In this week's episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly and Co-Host Ross Nelson we chat with Thomas Smith, Director of Sales for California Giant Berry Farms. We record this interview LIVE in Nashville, Tennessee while at South East Produce Councils Southern Innovations. Patrick and Thomas were trying to make this happen for […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK39 - QUICK TIPS AND TRICKS W/ PACKAGED SALAD ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP61 September 30, 2022In this weeks episode of FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S with Dan Avakian. Dan covers what happened to Patrick's salad mix? His answer "it happens." How to avoid it happening to you, tips on keeping that salad fresh! Also Gold Rush Apples and Honeynut Squash! Tune in and Turn on! Tune in this week with […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- SEPC 2022 Southern Innovations Recap from Nashville, TN - EP229 September 26, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly, Ross Nelson co-hosts the South East Produce Council's SOUTHERN INNOVATIONS event in Nashville, TN. Ross and Patrick recap the show with the following schedule of events. We hear from 2 of the podcasts sponsors Freshway Produce (Standard) and Sev-Rend (Choice) representing the show with two […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK38 - NATHAN PUMPLIN ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP60 September 24, 2022This week’s Fresh From The Field Fridays Dan is live in Al Jazzbeaux Collins' Purple Grotto with Nathan Pumplin from Norfolk Healthy Produce! The All New, All Purple Tomato is coming in 2023 to a retailer near you! Not only is this tomato fully purple on the exterior but the interior as well, and is […]The Produce Industry Podcast
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The Produce Pair
- 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! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan Avakian
- Last Day of Summer Grapeness September 22, 2022Are California Concord Grapes really Concord Grapes? The Thompson Seedless Golden Surprise! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/produce-pair/messageDan 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! --- 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
Listen to Fresh From the Field Fridays
The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly
- Hiking the Tallest Mountain in the Caribbean with Blue Missions and Continental Fresh - EP247 November 26, 2022In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we record while we are in the Dominican Republic hiking the tallest mountain in the Caribbean. In this episode you will hear from our leaders Daniel Rodriguez and Albert Perez along with many interviews from people along the trek! Some in produce and others […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK47 - DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP69 November 25, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From The Field Friday's, Patrick joins Dan the Produce Man recap the Thanksgiving Holiday and talk briefly on upcoming fresh produce items for December, Leftovers and Fabulous Fresh Fruit and Veg Fun! Are you ready for the last holiday of the year? Are you ready for FRESHNESS? We have […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Sunrays® Sustainability, Packaging and Innovation with John Paap of Jac Vandenber, Inc. - EP245 November 21, 2022In this weeks episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with our Choice Sponsor Jac Vandenberg, Inc's. very own John Paap talking SUSTAINABILITY! Now to most people sustainability might just mean putting plastic and cardboard in the recycle bin, or using paper vs. plastic at the grocery store, or even as […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK46 - WATER FOR ALL ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP68 November 18, 2022In this week's episode of Fresh From The Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian, Patrick is back co-hosting with Dan shareing the cause behind the Dominican Republic trip with Blue Missions and Continental Fresh. Patrick and other produce professionals will hike the tallest peak in the Caribbean creating better water infrastructures for towns […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Regenerative Farming, Artisan Production Methods and Nature Friendly Packaging w/ Matthieu Kohlmeyer, Founder of La Tourangelle - EP243 November 14, 2022In this weeks episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we get into all things oil! Matthieu Kohlmeyer, Founder and CEO of La Tourangelle is passionate about making high quality ingredients that are good for the table, community and planet. Through regenerative farming, artisan production methods and nature friendly packaging they want to empower […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK45 - THANKSGIVING COUNTDOWN ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP67 November 11, 2022In this weeks episode of Fresh From The field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian its the Countdown to Thanksgiving: All about Chestnuts. Did you know that at one time not too long ago chestnut trees were 25% of the American forest? This an more, tune in and turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Ag Tools, […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- IFPA Recap w/ Leah Halverson of Ten Acre Marketing - EP241 November 7, 2022In this weeks episode of The produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we welcome Leah Halverson, Founder of Ten Acre Marketing and Women Leader in Fresh Produce!! Today we recap the International fresh Produce Association Global Show that happened in Orlando 2 weeks ago, listen to some interviews that were conducted at the event and […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK44 - PRODUCE SHOPPING LIST ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP66 November 4, 2022This week - Dan's extensive fresh produce shopping list, lady apples, satsuma mandarins and what is the difference between a sweet potato and a yam? Tune in and Turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Ag Tools, Inc.: https://www.agtechtools.com, Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com, Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com, Buck Naked Onions/Owyhee Produce, Inc.: http://www.owyheeproduce.com and John Greene Logistics Company: https://www.jglc.com […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- Halloween Screams Fresh Produce w/ Trenton Bennett - EP239 October 31, 2022Re-Living the spookiest part of 2020 and no were not just talking about covid-19. In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we bring you some CELEBRITY GUESTS. Now these are not your traditional celebrities, I mean yes they are in movies, yes you will recognize them if you see in a […]The Produce Industry Podcast
- WK43 - ALWAYS FRESH HARVEST ON FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY'S - EP65 October 29, 2022In this week's episode on Fresh From The Field Fridays with Dan the Produce Man he is starting to see shorter daylight hours and chilly evenings change our local tomatoes, Concorde Pears and newly harvested California Walnuts! Tune in and Turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Ag Tools, Inc.: https://www.agtechtools.com, Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com, Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com, […]The Produce Industry Podcast
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