Fresh From the Field Fridays

Get ready for a sizzling episode of Fresh from the Field Fridays on the Produce Industry Network! This week, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss are turning up the heat as they celebrate August's star vegetable—the legendary Hatch Chili Pepper from New Mexico! 🌶️ Joining them is Chris Franzoy of Young Guns Hatch Valley Chile, bringing you the ultimate insider's guide to everything Hatch...

This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays, Ross The Produce Boss co-hosts with Dan The Produce Man for an unmissable episode packed with August's freshest picks. Ross’s recent journey from Fresno down to Brawley in California’s San Joaquin and Imperial Valleys takes you to the heart of Honeydew and Cantaloupe fields, Table Grape Vineyards, and pomegranate groves. Discover why some of our Californi...

This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, ydon't miss Dan the Produce Man as he's joined by Bianca Kaprelian, the owner of Fruit World! Dive into an engaging and lively discussion about the old-fashioned varieties of stone fruit that are in season now and available at the right places, the secrets behind dry-farmed tomatoes, and the hottest fresh fruit picks of t...

This Week on Fresh From The Field Fridays!  Join Dan the Produce Man on The Produce Industry Network for an electrifying episode as he sits down with Paul Mikesell, the visionary Founder and CEO of Carbon Robotics. Discover how Paul's groundbreaking Laser Weeder is revolutionizing farming, especially in the organic sector. Get ready to be amazed by Paul's incredible journey and innovative cre...

Get ready for an exhilarating episode of "Fresh from the Field Fridays" on the Produce Industry Network! This week, Dan the Produce Man is back with the fabulous Laura McIntosh, renowned host of "Bringing It Home" on PBS. They're diving into the vibrant world of Midsummer's freshest produce, straight from your local farmers' markets, fruit stands, and U-picks. Ever wondered about the joy of pickin...

Get ready for an electrifying episode of Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network! This week, Dan The Produce Man is back with his old Produce Pal, Guido The Gardener, for an episode that’s packed with gardening gold and produce revelations. In segment one, we’re diving straight into your backyard with Guido, who’s got the scoop on what you can plant now to enjoy a bountiful...

Fire up the grill this 4th of July with "Fresh From the Field Fridays"! Join Dan the Produce Man and special guest Chef Eric Meisel as they share mouthwatering tips to elevate your holiday cookout. From perfect produce pairings to sizzling secrets for the best barbecue, this episode is packed with flavor. Tune in, turn up the heat, and get ready to impress your guests with your grilling skills! FA...

Prepare for a spud-tacular adventure on Fresh From the Field Fridays! This week, Dan the Produce Man is joined by special guest Jessica Congdon to explore the delicious world of Tasteful Selections potatoes. From fingerlings to marble potatoes and B-size to mixed color spuds, we're highlighting the convenient microwaveable trays and mesh pillow packs, featuring festive red, white, and blue varieti...

Tune in to this week's episode of Fresh from the Field Fridays on the Produce Industry Network! Join Dan the Produce Man and Stephanie Barlow from the National Watermelon Promotion Board as they usher in the summer season with expert tips on selecting the perfect watermelon.  Forget the old tricks of thumping, whacking, or slapping – Stephanie reveals the true secrets to picking the best wate...

Join Dan The Produce Man on FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAYS as he welcomes Registered Dietitian, Functional Nutritionist, and Women's Health Specialist, Katrina Darling! 🌟 This week, we're diving into the transformative world of Produce Prescriptions and Food as Medicine. 🌱 Discover how Katrina tailors her clients' nutrition plans to fit their unique needs, seamlessly integrating healthy foods into...

This week on  Fresh From The Field Fridays  from The Produce Industry Network, Dan The Produce Man is joined by Brian Freeman, a true advocate for organic foods with roots that go deep—literally, he was born in an organic citrus grove! In this groovy episode, Brian and Dan dive into the pros and cons of the new organic produce standards that have just gone into effect, discussing their i...

This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network, Dan The Produce Man is joined by Fresh Produce Culinary Specialist Eric Meisel. With a background as a chef, Eric has extensive experience creating a variety of dishes using fresh fruits and vegetables. He shares his enthusiasm for fresh ramps, fiddlehead ferns, and dandelion greens. These specialty items are a chef's delig...

Tune in this week to Fresh From the Field Fridays with Patrick Kelly and his special guest Chef Chris McAdams of the RPE/Tasteful Selections group. Now Chef Chris has not served me just once, not twice, but 3 times in the last couple of years!! We are men of few words when he is cooking because we always have something to snack on. Tune in and Tune on this week with CHEF CHRIS MCADAMS delivering S...

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This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network Dan The Produce Man is joined live in the studio by his old radio show co-host Guido the Gardener. Join Dan and Guido as they reminisce and discuss in-season goodies, a drunken caller, a car hitting their table at a live remote to "real research" when writing their produce columns, as well as Guido's Wal-Mart visits in Utah...

This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network Ross The Produce Boss joins Dan The Produce Man to discuss the seasonal changes upon us. Ross and Dan are excited for the goodies. Also, a produce company that works in the departments with their retail clients.  The importance of keeping your department clean and up to date. Also, what will happen to the Prima stone fr...

This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network Global Fresh Host Juanita Gaglio joins Dan The Produce Man as they have fun with Pam Kolochuck of Peak Market Produce. Tune in and Turn on to find out what's in season in Canada and what surprises they have in store upcoming CPMA! FANCY SPONSORS: Flavor Wave, LLC.:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://flavorwa...

This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Podcast Dan The Produce Man is joined by “Your Produce Man” Michael Marks host of What’s in Season on CBS TV 13 in Sacramento.  The two produce men have a great time yucking it up about spring goodies. What are artichoke variety is the best of the season? When is the pristine season for California strawberries and asparagus?...

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, wag...

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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://flavorw...

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...