Get ready for a fun and energetic episode of "Fresh From the Field Fridays" as we go LIVE from the vibrant city of Nashville, TN! Join your hosts, Patrick Kelly and Ross "The Produce Boss," as they bring you the buzz straight from one of the biggest produce conferences on innovation of the year Southern Innovations by Southeast Produce Council.

From insightful education sessions on the latest industry trends to what's new and exciting on the show floor, we’re diving into it all! Discover the must-try items, the innovative ideas shaping the future of fresh produce, and get the inside scoop on who’s who at the event. Packed with lively banter, expert insights, and that undeniable Nashville charm, this episode is a can't-miss! So, grab your headphones, turn up the volume, and join us for a produce-packed adventure live from Music City! 🎸🥕🫑

Tune in, stay fresh, and let’s keep it growing! 🌱

This week on Fresh from the Field Fridays from the Produce Industry Network, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss welcome the one and only Armand Lobato! With Dan's latest video and Armand's current column both proclaiming "Summer's not over yet," they dive into the mouthwatering summer fruits and produce still filling the shelves. But Ross? He's already riding the wave into fall, embracing every moment of the season change! The trio discusses the best of both worlds—seasonal produce picks that will delight your customers. Plus, Ross shares why now is the perfect time for a deep clean in the produce department, while Armand gives us the lowdown on Idaho's potato harvest and its varieties. It’s all right here in your ear, so tune in and turn on!

This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays from The Produce Industry Network:

From a little girl hanging around with her dad in the apple and pear orchards of Tonasket, Washington, to social media sensation Kaitlyn Thornton, known as Apple Girl Kait, along with her father, Geoff Thornton, join Dan The Produce Man and Ross The Produce Boss for an engaging episode sharing the joys and struggles of growing America’s favorite fruit! From the esteemed apple to its not-to-be-overlooked sidekick and artist’s favorite, the luscious pear! It’s a delightful dive into the world of fresh produce, so tune in and turn on!

This week on Fresh From The Field Fridays, presented by The Produce Industry Network, join us for an engaging conversation with three seasoned produce veterans. Edwin Stepp from The Produce Buzzers Podcast teams up with Dan The Produce Man and Ross The Produce Boss to explore the freshest seasonal picks from coast to coast. Discover the true value of fresh produce—not just for your wallet, but for your health and nutrition as well. Don’t miss this lively and insightful episode—tune in and turn up the excitement!

Get ready for an electrifying episode of Fresh From The Field Fridays on The Produce Industry Network! This week, Dan the Produce Man and Ross the Produce Boss dive deep into the bounty of August’s fresh fruit offerings. From juicy stone fruits and sweet figs to refreshing melons, and the first taste of new crop apples and pears—this month has it all! But that’s not all; Dan and Ross also tackle a hot topic in the produce world: Are major grocery chains so focused on reducing shrink that they’re actually shrinking their sales? It’s a fresh and juicy conversation you don’t want to miss! So, tune in and turn on!