The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we chat with no stranger to the podcast Scott Simmons, Vice President of Sales of Bluewater Farms. Now today we are not talking about Bluewater Farms Cranberry Juice we are talking all things FRESH CRANBERRIES. Scott gives an overview of how cranberries are grown despite the myth of them growing on top of water, the seasonalit...

In this episode of Fresh From The Field Friday's w/ Dan The Produce Man brought to you by The Produce Industry Podcast we chat all things FALL. We are excited to move through the month of October talking about all types of great produce such as pumpkins, pears, apples, mushrooms, and more....  Dan and Patrick have fun in this episode discussing some brands and potential brands like the MAGNUM...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we have Miguel Montero our Fancy Sponsor Ag Tools and Michael Chavez Co-Hosting LIVE from Long Beach, CA during Cocina Sabrosa Trade Expo. In this jam packed episode we chat with Miguel Motero first about data and analytics. Specifically, we are talking about how data and analytics is leveling the playing field for organizations and...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast with Patrick Kelly we have our Choice Sponsor Equifruit and Longo's Supermarkets. Kim Chackal brings a dynamite connection to the podcast today with Mimmo Franzone, Sr. Director of Produce and Floral of Longo's. Mimmo has a 20 year track record in the produce industry through retail and international experience. Today we chat with Kim and Mimmo about...

In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast we chat all about what is in season this week and what you should pick up. Did someone say pumpkins everyone? What about Sweet Potatoes, Suckle Pears and more....It is October everyone and we are getting ready for Fall!!!  Join Dan and Patrick in this episode from the fields and l...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Jeff Watkin , Director of Marketing of Sev-Rend Corporation . Patrick and Jeff are talking all things sustainable packaging. Jeff gives a 30,000 ft. overview of the company that has a 27+ year history in the produce and supply chain industry, sustainable packing, recycling, and new bioAble solutions!.  Patrick also...

In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's by Dan The Produce Man, hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast we chat what is in your FREEZER folks! That's right the freezer, not the arctic, not antarctic, but literally one of the coldest spots in your home. There are many different produce items that go in your freezer whether they are FRESH or FROZEN.  Dan gives some great insight on how...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we travel to Laredo, TX to visit Mission Produce's new MEGA-DISTRIBUTION CENTER that was designed and built by A M King, an integrated design-build firm with expertise in food distribution and cold storage facilities. Mission Produce has the WORLD's FINEST AVOCADOS and is expanding in to Mango Distribution and more.... Patrick sits d...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly, Michael Chavez Co-Host this episode with Theresa McKeown and of course Joe Exotic The TIGER KING. We are going to hear more from Joe on the animals, where the profits to the zoo went and what we have all been waiting for Joe's favorite Fruit and Vegetable. Join us for Part 3 with this group as they explore #justiceforjoe while also...

In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man, brought to you by The Produce Industry Podcast we chat about what is on the counter top and in your pantry. That is right folks we have moved from the fridge to the dry counter space in your kitchen. There are so many types of FRESH produce that you can purchase from the store and place at room temperature.  Dan and Pa...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly, Michael Chavez Co-Hosts Part 2 with Joe Exotic and Theresa McKeown (The Journalist). In Part one last week we heard a few comments from Joe about his trial and really what type of person he is. This week we decided to open up Joe's heart a bit and give you a glimpse of what he did for people around the world, how is friendships don'...

In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian we are coming to you LIVE from The Organic Produce Summittt in Monterey, California. Dan is going to give you an update of what this show is and what it does if you are a consumer out there. Patrick and Dan will also chat about some consumer trends as well as some hot organic picks that are in the marketplace. From C...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly, Michael Chavez Co-Host’s talking about The Judge and The Journalist Podcast. Today we chat with Theresa McKeown from episode 79 except we are not talking about her books, we are going to chat about JOE EXOTIC - THE TIGER KING! Heck, we are going to have him on the SHOW!!! Mike, Patrick and Theresa talk about the Joe Exotic trial as...

In this episode of FRESH FROM THE FIELD FRIDAY's with Dan THE PRODUCE MAN by The Produce Industry Podcast we talk about what is in your fridge. That's right folks we are bringing what is in the fields into Dan and Patricks Fridge. Now from California to Florida I am sure there will be many different items because of the regions. Dan being the bachelor that he is and Patrick being the family man -...

HAPPY Labor Day EVERYONE!!! In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we introduce our first grower, packer, shipper & marketer of Cannabis. We introduce Wayne Bishop the CEO of 7 Points as our Cannabis Subject Matter Expert of the day! We chat about how Wayne converted a Citrus packing house intro a cannabis grow house and how they are revolutionizing the cannabis indus...

In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's with Dan The Produce Man Avakian and Patrick Kelly they are getting ready for Labor Day weekend and possibly that last grille out for the summer. Now we are going to talk Corn, Pears, Peaches, Apples, Watermelons and more....Let's give a huge shout-out to Arctic® Apples our new sponsor! These apples are stackable, packable and irresistible.  Wi...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Crystal Chavez, Marketing Coordinator of Gold Coast Packing, Inc. Now if you have been listening to the podcast, there has been several request to bring a Fresh Cut Processor on the line and chat about some of the products they have to offer! Crystal and Patrick are going to introduce you to Cauliflower Ceviche, tha...

In this episode of Fresh From the Field Friday's w/ Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we are chatting all things produce. Today we are focusing on the "FUNGI" - no not Dan or my feet, but actual mushrooms! We also connect and talk about sweet peppers, bananas, peaches and more....We want to know what your favorite FRESH PRODUCE ITEM is?&nbsp...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with Jay Whitney, Chief Marketing Officer of FoodStory Brands. We are gonna chat all about Salsa and Humus today! That is right everyone we are going to SALSABRATE the GOODS!!!! A better way to celebrate SALSA!!!!! 98% of Humus sales are in the deli, so we are bringing FRESH SALSA and HUMUS in the PRODUCE DEPARTMENT. Com...

Hi Folks, welcome back to Fresh From the Field Friday's by The Produce Industry Podcast hosted by Dan The Produce Man! In this episode we are gonna cover some of the fruits and veggies that are hitting the market and what to expect. From Bananas, Onions, Pears, Lettuce and More. What about how you like your banana? Do you like it ripe or firm? Green or Yellow? Let us know as in the upcoming weeks...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with 3 POWER HOUSE produce people! From Canada to Santa Maria, Calfornia we are talking all things produce. Representing from our Fancy Sponsor Terra Exports, we have Ben Donahue, North America Export Manager chatting AVO-and-Berry -Licious things! Terra Exports new label, upcoming produce in Canada and what is to come f...

In this episode of Fresh From The Field Friday's w/ Dan The Produce Man and Patrick Kelly we chat about Avocados, Potatoes, Grapes, and Bush Berries. Dan and Patrick review what varieties are out, where to find some and prices in the stores. Let's not forget hearing about Dan's favorite vegetable and all about Apples and Bananas. Join Dan and Patrick for episode 2 of All Things Produce on the Air!...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly, Daniel Corsaro, President of Indianapolis Fruit Company Co-Host this next episode that features the Tony Nuovo, Co-Founder and CEO of Grower Stock. Growerstock is pioneering a time-sensitive trading platform for the fresh produce industry that intelligently matches buyer request with verified growers within a selected area. Join us...

In this premiere of Fresh From the Field Friday's hosted by The Produce Industry Podcast, we bring you Dan "The Produce Man" Avakian. In this segment Dan and I will talk about the new segment and what to expect. We will discuss what products are on the market, what brands to expect, and what varieties of produce you can find. Coe join us in this new Sneak Peak of Fresh From the Field Friday's. Thi...

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast w/ Patrick Kelly we chat with the CEO and Co-Founder, Daniel Malechuk of Kalera, based in Orlando, FL. Indoor Farming has been around for decades! Today we see more vertical farms, indoor farming, and green house grown product grown locally all over the World. There are creative measures that are different than conventional field farming outside...