The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly

Re-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 crowd, but......not so sure how long you could be around them.  All the way from Transylvania we have Dracula and Franksteins Monster and across the sands of time to the heart of Egypt we have The Mummy himself. We chat about all the different types of fruits and vegetables these characters eat. They also get a bit distracted on other things like blood and iron, but back on track talking about fruits and vegetables tonight. HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO EVERYONE AND PLEASE MAKE SURE IF YOU GET AN APPLE OR AN ORANGE IN YOUR BAG TO KEEP IT!!!! Trenton Bennett - VOICE ACTOR Website: http://www.trentonbennett.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VoiceOfTrenton Twitter: @VoiceOfTrenton Bio: A professionally trained Voice Actor, Trenton Bennett has recorded commercials, e-Learning, and online training.  He has performed audiobooks across a wide variety of genres, from popular fields such as Romance and Satire to niche areas of Hard Science Fiction and Inspirational.  He has received coaching from top names in the industry and is proud to also be the voice of the audiobook to ‘Rust’, a film and novel by Corbin Bernsen. Trenton records and produces from his home studio in Florida, USA. Although his audiobook skills are in high demand, he also loves working in commercial and instructional videos.  Alongside native Brit Steve Atkins, he is the co-host of the Podcast “Classic Rock Battles: the Limey and the Yank.” Trenton’s work can be found on Amazon, Audible, iTunes and more.  His website is www.trentonbennett.com 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.comArctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.comDole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetablesand Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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, Buck Naked Onions/Owyhee Produce, Inc.: http://www.owyheeproduce.com and John Greene Logistics Company: https://www.jglc.com CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.comArctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.comDole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetablesand Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 first couple minutes.  I love following individuals that are passionate, fun and overall great human beings. Kaitlyn chats a bit about her life being a 4th generation farmer, her passion for fruits and connecting consumers with the farm.  Patrick and Kaitlyn have a blast talking all things produce fun!!! Join us this week before we head off to IFPA for the week!!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.comDole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetablesand Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

This 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, 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 have tried, new products on the menu, why the company is still SALSABRATING the good and what's new!!! Join Jay and Patrick discuss the IFPA conference and the POWER SEGMENT BOOTH in the sponsorship hall! Fresh Cravings and The Produce Industry Podcast teamed up to have a booth with fresh salsa, hummus, dips and of course some live podcasting. We will interview industry leaders, executives and exhibitors to see the show.  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 winter and all its un treats?  Join Dan on his adventure this week as we discover what's in the field and on the horizon!  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 better impact when engaging with people! Now fast forward Geoff is releasing his next book "The Trust Paradigm" Covid-19 is a crucible within which resilient leadership has been refined since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020. Acting without perfect information and no playbook, and often with only a few hours or days to spare, CEOs have had to guide their organizations through the myriad of decisions and challenges that have had significant implications for their company’s whole system: employees, customers, clients, financial partners, suppliers, investors, and other stakeholders, as well as for society as a whole. At the same time, almost everywhere we turn, trust is on the decline. Trust in our culture at large, in our institutions and in our companies is significantly lower than a generation ago. Research commissioned in 2020 by International Business and Executive Management found that 69 per cent of employees trust their CEO a little or not at all. Consider the loss of trust and confidence in the financial markets today. Indeed, trust makes the world go round – and right now we’re experiencing a crisis of trust. Join Patrick and Geoff explore more of their friendship and learn about TRUST!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

On 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 and hear it all! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 almost 6 months, but with the help of Ross Nelson it came to fruition.  From the Salinas Valley in California to South West Florida we are going to learn all about where Cal Giant makes their play!!! Being a vendor of Indianapolis Fruit Company, Ross has some inside information on these berries and how he purchases them year round!!! Join Ross, Patrick and Thomas chop it up in Nashville while having fun and learning together!  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 Dan The Produce Man as he tells all and teaches all!!!  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 live interviews! What's on the agenda you might ask?  Education Session 1 - Innovations Lab with working groups  Education Session 2 - Anne-Marie Roerink, 210 Analytics  Jose Roggiero, Freshway Produce, Inc. - NEW SEPC Board Member  Damien Yank, Sev-Rend - Sustainability for the Future!  Exposition Show Room Floor - Walk the show to learn about Innovation!!  Join Ross and Patrick recap the entire show from start to finish and from DUSK till DAWN chatting it up and having a great time in Nashville, Tennessee!  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

This 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 packed with great flavor and loads of nutrition! Get your extra antioxidants together, tune in, sit back, 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with two of our title sponsors Sev-Rend (Choice) and Ag Tools, Inc. (Fancy) about sustainability and data forensics. These two topics are sweeping the industry and creating waves throughout the supply chain! Jeff Watkin, Director of Marketing of Sev-Rend talks plastic, netters and how to create a better solution for your produce items. Jeff and Patrick walk through the felicity in the metro St. Louis area and talk all things sustainability. And don't worry there will be more to come...... Next, we chat with Juanita Gaglio who is no stranger to the show discussing data!!!!! Not just any data but data forensics. Juanita has been traveling the globe over the last 9 months and has been invesitgating products!!!! What do I mean by that? She has been a forensic scientist diving into the data, understanding the growths and declines as well as looking for opportunity. Join Patrick and Juanita talk about how to better use data to grow your business!!! From Sustainability to Data Forensics we bring you what you need to grow a hearty business!  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

On this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian the question is "How did the son of a produce man become a butcher?" Find out this week when Chef Todd Fisher joins Dan the Produce Man for a half hour that will leave you drooling!  How about sautéed summer squash with onions, tomatoes and olives, or sausage stuffed Kabocha and Delicata squashes, chicory and raw butternut salad, or Roasted Pear Crostini, poached pear chutney or duck liver mousse with cognac roasted pears, drooling yet?  There’s more! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with John Paap of our new CHOICE sponsor Jac Vandenberg, Inc. John discusses the rich family history and how it all started.....From two best friends coming to America to 100 years of fresh produce, imports and more.. Patrick and John start this series with a jam packed episode of history, knowledge and what's to come. They're brand Sunrays and Sustainability programs are just a tip of the iceberg in the industry and the family have more generations to come.  Join Patrick and John try start to unveil 100 years at Jac Vandenberg, Inc.    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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.comSev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this week's episode of Fresh From The Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian we host Wendy Reinhart of Produce for Better Health. We are going to learn about this organization and how it has been around for decades working towards fresh fruit and vegetable consumption. Dan has some casual talk with Wendy on programs that are our there to support fresh produce, how you eat, why you should eat and advertising produce!!! From 5 a Day to Have A Plant and everything in between! How does consuming fresh produce affect your mood? How do we get more fresh produce into our kid’s diets? With 37% of Americans eating at the drive-through every single day, how do we get them to add more fruit and veggies into their diets? Inflation is at an all-time high, are you a savvy shopper? All this and more as Wendy Reinhardt Kapsak from Produce for Better Health Foundation joins Dan the Produce Man on this week’s Fresh From The Field Fridays! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we travel into the world of technology in produce. Today we chat with Cheetah Wholesale's Na'ama Moran, Co-Founder and CEO. Growing up in Israel with a family of farmers and small business owners, she witnessed the imminent need for a more efficient, accessible food supply.  Na'ama came to the United States to study economics, math, and political science at Cornell University, and started my career with Greylock Capital Management as a financial analyst.  Na'ama then moved to Silicon Valley, founded several startups including Zappedy and Sourcery, and in 2015, co-founded Cheetah to improve the supply chain for independent restaurants through an easy to use app, transparent pricing, and next day delivery service. Join us today and listen to a 30,000 ft overview of Cheetah, discuss the creation of the supply chain and business model of how they operate with last mile delivery, whats next for Cheetah and WHY should a distributor look at technology and Cheetah? Join Na'ama and Patrick on this fun episode! #freshprdouce 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's Patrick fills in for Dan The Produce Man giving him a much deserved break to get back on the road and grab some more content. The community is bringing so much to the table literally with what's coming up and what is in stock now. We are joined by Chef Ron, Corporate Chef at Fenway Park in Boston, MA. We will learn from Ron how he started his career and ended up at Fenway Park, his favorite dish to cook and how he got the recipe as well as what he loves most about working for the park and having the garden on top of the park.  Join Patrick and Ron in the Fenway Park Executive Suites talking all things produce. We'll see you in the field and on the horizon.  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we are in Indianapolis, Indiana at the INDY FRUIT SHOWCASE podcasting from the show room floor. Patrick was invited to join the 31st annual INDY FRUIT SHOWCASE that has been postponed through COVID and is now back. Join Patrick Kelly and Ross Nelson host this episode while Ross walks the show and finds guests for Patrick to chat with.  From the OG Danny Corsaro, Nicole Paap (Jac Vandenberg), Steve Trede (Driscolls), retailers and more.... The line up of subject matter experts is amazing and fulfilling. Come learn from these produce professionals as we learn about merchandising, what it takes to keep a customer in the store, and how to navigate the next generation of buyers.  It's always best when you get it INDY FRUIT FRESH!!!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this episode on Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan the Produce Man Avakian we say "What happens in produce stays in produce"? So, What happens when two produce veterans get together and talk... what else? Fresh Produce! Columnist Armand Lobato joins Dan The produce Man for all things produce! Tune In and Turn On! #freshproduce  Thank you to all of our DYNAMITE SPONSORS:  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Greg Ferrara, President & CEO of the National Grocers Association. Patrick did not know much about the NGA and reached out to Greg via LinkedIN to learn and understand who and what the NGA does? Greg messaging Patrick back, was relieved that someone wasn't trying to sell him something via direct message!  Join Patrick and Greg talk about the National Grocers Association, where they operate and who they service. We are also going to get a background of Greg and his families deep routes in the GROCERY INDUSTRY. What better way to represent grocery stores while being one yourself! Learn, Lead and Engage!!! Are you ready to SHOP TILL YOU DROP?   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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this week's episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's w/ Dan The Produce Man Avakian he is back from farms in California and brings back interesting cucumber and pepper varieties. Also, what is a true San Marzano Tomato? And who was Wilbur Scovile? Turnin' up the heat with Dan the Produce Man! Each week Dan discussed many different produce varieties, where they. come from and such farms that he has visited. Join Dan on Fresh From The Field Friday's bringing you what's in the field and on the horizon.  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Dole Fresh Vegetables: https://www.dole.com/en/produce/vegetables and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly, Ross Nelson, VP of Procurement for Indianapolis Fruit Company our Choice Sponsor co-hosts HATCH CHILE MONTH!!! Ross had the idea to bring on YOUNG GUNS CHILE's very own Chris Frenzy, President and 4th generation farmers in Hatch, New Mexico. Did you know that hatch peppers have been growing here for over 80 years? Chris gives us a 30,000 foot overview of the orgnazation, their products, new innovation and what to expect from this growing company.  Join Chris, Patrick, and Ross bring HATCH CHILE to a whole new level of excitement. What is your favorite Chile - Red? or Green?  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this week's episode on Fresh From the Field Fridays with Dan the Produce Man Avakian with Summer Squash, Pink Pearl Apples, Squash Blossoms, Sugar Plums, More Apriums and Pluot varieties and is there really a potato shortage? Summer is still here and the weather hasn't changed to much with the hot weather!!! Are you ready for Fall to come with all the changes in colors and different produce?  Join Dan this week as he has fun with all things produce straight from the field and to your table!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 make you feel like Charlie Buckett when he found the golden ticket to the chocolate factory and new product that will WOW you!!!!!! Finally some snacks that we can eat, eat, eat everywhere you go!!! Fresh Cravings in salsa is popping up all over the nation in WaMart, Publix and more. Join Jay and Patrick to find out where to get your FRESH CRAVINGS products and fill the day with awesome food from the produce department. #freshproduce #freshsalsa #freshhummus  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com  Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com  and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 popular varieties, how to enjoy them at the peak of ripeness! FIGuratively speaking it's all FIGured out! Join Dan this week to see what's in the field and on the horizon!!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 are on the rise. Patrick and Mike talk about seasonality produce, Americas favorite food, Produce made for social media and functional fruits and vegetables.  Each on of these topics brings a new aspects or fun way to promote and eat produce! Do you remember when Instagram was just about posting food pics? Do you long for specialty produce throughout the year? AND THE BIGGEST QUESTION OF ALL - Does pineapple belong on pizza?  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Jac Vandenberg Inc.: https://www.jacvandenberg.com Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 Beefsteak Boogie, It's Tomato Time Folks! Where did Heirloom tomatoes come from? What is a Dry Farmed Tomato? Tune in and Turn on! Join Dan on this lovely Friday talking about what's FRSH FROM THE FIELD and in your local grocery store!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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. Let’s not to mention these two millennials talk about each generation and how to work and thrive together!  Sorry Gen X we left you out a bit.  Join Alex and Patrick navigate through the generations, talk what they love and hate about all generations and the goal of working together! Im Sorry Mrs. Jackson, but I am for real in this episode!!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 & Sunrise Peaches, Flavor Queen and Flavor King Pluots, Gravenstein Apples! From Luther Burbank to Floyd Zaiger, Dan tells us, explains all and EATS ALL.  Join Dan Avakian this week as he travels through time and space in the produce world!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com and Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 their product. You guessed correct, right here in the states at your local grocer. Suhanra will give us a birds eye view on what's happening in South Africa, how and when she joined the company, managing supply, increasing demand and what we can expect from South Africa Citrus.  Join Patrick learn from Suhanra while engaging in fruitful conversation!!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.comand Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

It'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 US, Americans seem to get out the grille and cook a bit more outside than normal. What is your summer go to green bean or any beans?  Are beans the magical fruit? Or are they veggies? Join Dan have a blast talking all things BEANS and how to create awesome meals with a delicious side!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com and Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 kindness toward the earth and others—that blossom into positive change. A single act, like using a Lotus Trolley Bag, can blossom into something inspiring: over 2.75 Billion plastic bags prevented from entering into the environment. Join Patrick and Farzan navigate through sustainability, the grocery store and how to make the earth a better place by making a change!! Patrick makes a reference to make a change from the Michael Jackson song "Man in the Mirror". Help us plant Lotus seeds of sustainability by refusing to use single-use plastic bags! Unlike Big Plastic, we study at the lifecycle assessment of all our materials and partner with factories we trust. Check out the product at http://www.lotus-sustainables.com/  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com and Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 Corn and the perfect grilling method as well as Summer Tomato Pesto and Pasta! Checking Melons with a Stethoscope? Tune in and Turn on AND Do it with a Smile! Join Dan and Vince do this episode with a SMILE!! It's Fresh, it's Friday, so lets have some fun! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com and Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 July 2020 and the FIRST SPONSORS of the podcast with a mission to SEE MORE, ACHIEVE MORE with Data and Analytics.  Join Miguel and Patrick make data fun again, chat about data on top menu trends and how to use data within your business.  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/,  Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com and Citrus America: https://citrusamerica.com  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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.  HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY AMERICA!!! Let's get out there and celebrate the RED, WHITE, & BLUE this weekend with friends, family and colleagues! Join Dan celebrate the before the holiday as we prepare for the HOLIDAY WEEKEND!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 dedicated to improving public health by providing families with clean water and sanitary environments. Through sustainable, community-owned projects, our team works with locals to empower progress and transform rural communities for the better. Water for All allows volunteers to travel with us to lend a hand in the construction of these projects in order to educate them about global inequality and inspire them to become the change-makers of the future. Trek to the top of Pico Duarte, the highest peak in the Caribbean, with BLUE Missions to provide families in the Dominican Republic with access to clean water and sanitation. ✔  Hike 3-days across 27.6 miles of tropical and pine forests to the summit of Pico Duarte, at 10,128 ft. above sea level. ✔  Travel to a community that BLUE has worked with to overcome the water crisis and spend a few hours connecting with the locals Come Join Danny, Albert and Patrick talk ALL THINGS WATER FOR ALL and bring communities together!!  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 wondered what you can start cooking for this 4th of July Holiday? Are you craving something new and refreshing? Check out these delights as we talk all things FRESH PRODUCE and see what's in the field and on the horizon!  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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? We are going to count it backwards as we go through these top 5 Fruits. Top Five Fastest-Growing Veggies on Menus from Microgreens, pickled onions, and broccolini - COME JOIN US AS WE COUNT DOWN THE TOP 5!!! 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  CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com  STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

This 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 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 life!    Join Patrick and Stephanie discuss this restructure/rebuilding a better tomorrow, where Stuckey's products can and will be found along with unique challenges in the ag/food space! Are you a STUCKEY'S FAN - WELL YOU ARE ABOUT TO BE! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 in the summer produce groove! As the weeks go by trying something new is a must!!!! What have you tried new this year?  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 it backwards as we go through these top 5 Fruits. Top Five Fastest-Growing Fruits on Menus: - Pitaya/Dragonfruit - Jackfruit - Goji - Guava - Black Cherry. 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In 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 things Join Dan this week talk aLL THINGS FRESH!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

On this Memorial Day Holiday on The Produce Industry Podcast we chat with the legendary Bo Jackson about plant-based products, West Coast Produce Expo, and the future of Jackson & Partners, LLC.  As a young boy growing up in Alabama, Vincent “Bo” Edward Jackson, developed his love for food alongside his mother cooking in the kitchen for their family of 10. Over the years, Bo’s passion for food creation grew stronger. After a legendary sport career, he was able to go back to one of his first passions starting several different food companies supplying to the beef and seafood industry. Over this time Bo and Alex Cook, an industry veteran of food sales and marketing, started working together on creating a series of food products and quickly realized they were in alignment with their food vision of building a multi-protein, value-based food company that operated with responsibility as one of it’s core foundational pillars. Since Jackson & Partners’ inception, the company has become a leader in food and beverage, bringing innovation, technology, and flavor together to help solve restaurant and consumer needs in the marketplace while creating a better way forward for many. Join Patrick and Bo talk all things Plant-Based products - and if you don't know - BO KNOWS!!!!!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's w/ Dan The Produce Man and Patrick Kelly, we get ready for the Memorial Day weekend and what's on the menu? Can you believe that June is literally just a few days away and BBQ season has begun!!!! Dan brings you jam packed info on what is in the field and on the horizon from watermelons, squash, nectarines, peaches and more.  Join Dan and Patrick have a blast getting ready to KICK OFF SUMMER WITH A BANG!!!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this week's episode on The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring back Juanita Gaglio of Ag Tools, Inc. and Fancy/Title Sponsor. Juanita is back from Berlin after she had a jam packed schedule at Fruit Logistica and folks, she is ready to spill the greens on what is happening! There was a lot of talk about COVID-19, how business has changed over the last couple years. There was no presence from Asia or Ukraine and other small geo-political obstacles to overcome.  Patrick and Juanita talk about the future of data, the weather widget on Ag Tools and the timeline of technology rom the fax machine to the iPhone. What are you doing out there to watch the market? Weather? and MORE!!!! Join Juanita and Patrick "Make Data FUN Again" 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this week's episode on Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan and Patrick they talk summer kick off items, juicing, and kabobs! On this day May 20th - 46 years ago Dan walked into a produce stand and never looked back! Today teamed up with Patrick Kelly on Fresh From The Field Fridays having a blast talking ALL THINGS PRODUCE! Every week we bring you knowledge on some cool and upcoming produce items! Some of them you might know and some you might be heating about for the first time. Dan and Patrick give you a an easy listening topic on FRESH PRODUCE.  Join Dan and Patrick each week have fun eating what they LOVE!!! 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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

In this weeks episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring you Martin Pamensky of Simply Delish! Now, imagine a tasty, power-packed chocolate treat that you can feel good about sharing with your kids - Guilt Free. Simply Delish is at the forefront of making clean and tasty ready-to-enjoy treats for the whole family.  Simply Delish offers clean and delicious desserts that are ALL: First-ever Keto-Certified Sugar-free Plant-based Kosher Vegan Allergen-free NON-GMO Verified Made with natural flavors, colors & sweeteners Join Patrick and Martin live today chatting about this new revolutionary product.  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 CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support

On this week's Fresh From the Field Fridays Dan the Produce Man is live in the field, in the table grape vineyard and citrus groves of Benzler Organic Farm in Fresno California with third generation farmer "T" Benzler saying goodbye to the legendary Benzler Organic Grapes. Why is "T" pulling them out? Also new citrus trees are being planted that will someday be handed down to the fourth generation to carry on the family tradition. 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  CHOICE SPONSORS: Indianapolis Fruit Company: https://indyfruit.com, Equifruit: https://equifruit.com Arctic® Apples: https://arcticapples.com Sev-Rend Corporation: https://www.sev-rend.com and Golden Star Citrus, Inc.: http://www.goldenstarcitrus.com  STANDARD SPONSORS: London Fruit Inc. https://londonfruit.com, Fresh Cravings: https://www.freshcravings.com/ and Freshway Produce: https://www.freshwayusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support