In this LIVE-STREAM, John and Patrick are back the day after St. Patrick's Day and no they are not hungover! That is right you guessed it we are uncovering St. Patrick's produce? Yes, we are going to unlock the secret of mysterious fruits during the holiday and the St. himself. Join Patrick and John as we uncover more of the history of fresh produce! Instagram: @historyoffreshproduce
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr
What does Space City, The Astros and Viva Fresh have in Common? Let's start by saying they are all in Houston. And if we are going to talk about Houston, who is best to talk Houston more than Brent Erenwert of Brothers Produce. Today, we wish Brent a Happy Birthday, 4 Year Anniversary of The Produce Industry Podcast, Brent's healthier steps with his body and Viva Fresh next week! Tune in and Tune on! @brothersproduce on IG FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavor...
Apr 01, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 415
This week on Fresh from The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast, Dan The Produce Man is joined by Adam Sanders, a former political asylum and youth attorney, and the owner/operator of Copola Organics. Sanders shares poignant stories of the struggles and triumphs of indigenous farmers from Southern Mexico. From kidnappings, village burnings, sniper shootings targeting schools, wage theft, denial of translator rights, and attacks in the fields, ultimately leading to the emergence of or...
Mar 29, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 414
This week on Fresh from The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast, Dan The Produce Man is joined by Adam Sanders, a former political asylum and youth attorney, and the owner/operator of Copola Organics. Sanders shares poignant stories of the struggles and triumphs of indigenous farmers from Southern Mexico. From kidnappings, village burnings, sniper shootings targeting schools, wage theft, denial of translator rights, and attacks in the fields, ultimately leading to the emergence of or...
Mar 29, 2024•35 min
What happens when two women passionate about starting their own produce company meet? Founders Ceci Gutierrez and Shirley Bryson began importing garlic from Spain. They describe how the fragrant aroma from this garlic surprises people lending to delicious meals. Their company is aptly named, Reina Produce, which means queen and they are the queens of produce! Global Sponsor: Peak of the Market: https://peakofthemarket.com/ and Global Women Fresh: https://globalwo...
Mar 27, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 412
Recognized today for their long ships, horned helmets, raiding and pillaging, the Vikings have a frightening reputation. But how much of what we see in movies is true? Were the Vikings truly meat-loving warriors? Or were they veggie loving farmers? Did they even have an agricultural sector in their society? In today's episode, John and Patrick are joined by the leading expert on Viking age food, Daniel Serra as they explore the role fresh produce played in Viking cuisine, society and history. In...
Mar 26, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 412
Recognized today for their long ships, horned helmets, raiding and pillaging, the Vikings have a frightening reputation. But how much of what we see in movies is true? Were the Vikings truly meat-loving warriors? Or were they veggie loving farmers? Did they even have an agricultural sector in their society? In today's episode, John and Patrick are joined by the leading expert on Viking age food, Daniel Serra as they explore the role fresh produce played in Viking cuisine, society and history. In...
Mar 26, 2024•40 min
In this episode The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we bring back the Clean Eating Challenge with Viva Fresh and the Texas International Produce Association. April 11-14, 2024 we will travel to Houston, Texas to participate in The Viva FRESH ANNUAL TRADESHOW! But first, we talk clean eating: The Clean Eating Challenge creates Clean Eating Champions! Viva Fresh’s Challenge is our way of taking those first steps into the ‘Eden of Health’ that incorporates fresh produce alongside a health...
Mar 25, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 411
Spring Fling, that's the thing on this week's Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast as Dan The Produce Man shares imported Peacharines, greenskin avocados, Mandarinquats and more, so tune in and turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com , Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com , Buck Naked Onions/Owyhee Produce, Inc.: ...
Mar 22, 2024•17 min
Spring Fling, that's the thing on this week's Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast as Dan The Produce Man shares imported Peacharines, greenskin avocados, Mandarinquats and more, so tune in and turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com , Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com , Buck Naked Onions/Owyhee Produce, Inc.: http://www.owyh...
Mar 22, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 410
With citrus greening disease continuing to decimate citrus crops, one company thinks they have found the cure by seeking a solution to citrus greening disease through manipulating insect behavior to control crops. Today’s guest is Emilio Molina, Co-Founder & CEO of Semion Biotech. His company is testing a new technology with Florida citrus growers to combat HLB, citrus greening disease. Global Sponsor: Peak of the Market: https://peakofthemarket.com/ and Global Women Fres...
Mar 20, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 409
How to make a Farm Workers Dream Come True? In this episode we are chatting with Mary Blackmon , Blackmon Media Group & Thx! Dreams Media Relations on how to give FARM WORKERS DREAMS! There is so much that goes behind the scenes to get your produce to the grocery store and Thx! is helping farm workers in their everyday endeavors. Join us as we talk about giving back to the community and helping make dreams come true!! Let's celebrate FARM WORKERS a couple days before FARM WORKERS AWARENESS W...
Mar 18, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 408
This week of Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast Dan The Produce Man is joined by Chef and Culinary Instructor Vera Ciametti of La Cucina di Vera to share some altenrative ways to prepare the emerald ball: Cabbage! It's a real St. Patrick's Day treat so tune in and turn on! SPONSORS: Buck Naked Onions/Owyhee Produce, Inc.: http://www.owyheeproduce.com , Bell Harvest Sales; https://www.belleharvest.com/...
Mar 15, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 407
This week of Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast Dan The Produce Man is joined by Chef and Culinary Instructor Vera Ciametti of La Cucina di Vera to share some altenrative ways to prepare the emerald ball: Cabbage! It's a real St. Patrick's Day treat so tune in and turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com , Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com...
Mar 15, 2024•35 min
With today’s produce business transactions going increasingly global, misunderstandings can happen. How do these misunderstandings that can lead to delayed payments and frayed business partnerships get resolved? Jaime Bustamante is today’s guest, and he will explain how conflict resolution with produce payment disputes are handled for members of the Fruit & Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation. Global Sponsor: Peak of the Market: https://peakofthemarket.com/ and Global ...
Mar 13, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 406
From Al Capone to Tony Soprano, real life and fictional mafiosi have captured the public imagination for decades. Portrayed as thuggish, Italian American gangsters valuing “the family” above all else, Hollywood has certainly had an influence on how we think of the Mafia. But who exactly are the mafia? When did they come into existence? And what do they have to do with produce? Join John and Patrick in today’s episode as they make you an offer that you can’t refuse. The boys travel back in time t...
Mar 12, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 405
From Al Capone to Tony Soprano, real life and fictional mafiosi have captured the public imagination for decades. Portrayed as thuggish, Italian American gangsters valuing “the family” above all else, Hollywood has certainly had an influence on how we think of the Mafia. But who exactly are the mafia? When did they come into existence? And what do they have to do with produce? Join John and Patrick in today’s episode as they make you an offer that you can’t refuse. The boys travel back in time t...
Mar 12, 2024•44 min
In this LIVE PODCAST from Tampa, FL at Southeast Produce Council's SOUTHERN EXPOSURE 2024 we bring you a line up of guests along with another podcast and a recap of the entire show!!!! GOOD MORNING TAMPA BAY!!!! Join us hear about pre-game events, education, open/closing reception, interviews, new products and more.... FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com , Noble Citrus: https://noblecitrus.com...
Mar 11, 2024•2 hr•Season 1Ep. 404
In this bonus FRRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAYS, Ross Nelson and Patrick Kelly come to you LIVE from the expo Hall at Southern Exposure! Tampa, FL has so much to offer and we are ready to talk about Florida products! TUNE IN AND TUNE ON FOR THE BONUS EP! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theproduceindustrypodcast/support
Mar 09, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 437
This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast Dan The Produce Man is joined by Anthony Totta with a real Game Changer for your produce departments so Tune in and Turn on! SPONSORS: Buck Naked Onions/Owyhee Produce, Inc.: http://www.owyheeproduce.com , Bell Harvest Sales; https://www.belleharvest.com/ , Equifruit: https://equifruit.com , Jac Vandenberg In...
Mar 08, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 402
Since the founding of the United States, its Presidents have left their unique mark on American history. These leaders have influenced U.S. participation in global conflicts, social causes, domestic policies and even the food we eat. In today's bonus livestream episode, John and Patrick discuss the relationship that 10 former U.S. Presidents had with fresh produce and what we can learn from those stories. Can future leaders of the free world make produce great again? Instagram: @historyoffreshpr...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 401
Since the founding of the United States, its Presidents have left their unique mark on American history. These leaders have influenced U.S. participation in global conflicts, social causes, domestic policies and even the food we eat. In today's bonus livestream episode, John and Patrick discuss the relationship that 10 former U.S. Presidents had with fresh produce and what we can learn from those stories. Can future leaders of the free world make produce great again? Instagram:@historyoffreshpro...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min
In this episode we bring you David Sherrod, President of Southeast Produce Council to talk about the upcoming Southern Exposure show right here in Tampa, FL . Patrick and David will reminisce on how they met, the work they have been putting in and what to expect during the week in Tampa, FL Tune in and Tune on - SEE YOU IN TAMPA! #sepcsouthernexposure FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com , Noble Citrus: http...
Mar 04, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 400
This week on Fresh From the Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast: Twenty Words that Get Fast Attention! Dan the Produce Man is joined once again by columnist, advisor, and consultant Ron Pelger. Are you a produce director dealing with tons of sales calls? Are you a salesperson trying to get in front of a produce director? Either way this program is a must listen as Ron shares his Twenty Words that get Fast Action, so tune in and turn on! FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: ...
Mar 01, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 399
In this week’s Global Fresh Series, John Vena Jr. of JVI Imports talks about his third-generation journey with a 104 year old intergenerational family produce company and how he has grown it into the specialty produce import company that it is recognized today. He is one of the true trailblazers in the industry. Global Sponsor: Peak of the Market: https://peakofthemarket.com/ and Global Women Fresh: https://globalwomenfresh.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://pod...
Feb 28, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 398
Long before Europeans set foot on the American continents, indigenous peoples had lived on these lands for thousands of years. In that time, the Native American peoples developed a rich, diverse collection of cultural traditions which, of course, included food. But what happened to those traditions when contact was made with Europeans? Would Native Americans be able to preserve their culinary practices? and how would the 'Magic 8' crops contribute to global cuisine?In today's episode, John is jo...
Feb 27, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 397
Long before Europeans set foot on the American continents, indigenous peoples had lived on these lands for thousands of years. In that time, the Native American peoples developed a rich, diverse collection of cultural traditions which, of course, included food. But what happened to those traditions when contact was made with Europeans? Would Native Americans be able to preserve their culinary practices? and how would the 'Magic 8' crops contribute to global cuisine?In today's episode, John is jo...
Feb 27, 2024•47 min
In this week's episode Patrick returns from California and recaps his trip from Southern California to the Central Valley. Patrick is covering retail store visits, RPE/Tasteful Sections facility tour and Citrus from California with Golden Star Citrus. Join us as we enjoy the fresh produce industry community, fruits of its labor and the people that work day in and day out. FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com , Noble Citrus: ...
Feb 26, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 396
In this video we are coming to you LIVE from Woodlake, CA at the Golden Star Citrus facility with Michael Chavez and Ross Nelson. We are one week after Super Bowl, Valentines, Day and the start of Lent. Today we are going to chat about California Citrus, Sales from the California Coast to the Midwest and upcoming SEPC show! #agriculture FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.: https://flavorwavefresh.com , Noble Citrus: https://noblecit...
Feb 24, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 395
There is no stopping consumers’ demand for avocados! Listen to two experts in the avocado world, from the Hass Avocado Board we have Executive Director, Emiliano Escobedo and Senior Business Insights and Data Services Manager, Alex Gavito talk about how avocados have evolved to a “cool” fruit to eat and how their research programs help to drive sales. Global Sponsor: Peak of the Market: https://peakofthemarket.com/ and Global Women Fresh: https://globalwomenfresh.com/ ...
Feb 22, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 394