Best That Plot Tho Podcasts (2026)

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The Wonder of Winter Watermelons: Wow! 58:47

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Winter might not be the season most people associate with sweet, juicy watermelon—but for our guest today, it absolutely is. While the rest of us are bundled up and dreaming of summer picnics, the team at Melon 1, the nation’s leading watermelon grower and shipper, is hard at work bringing fresh, delicious melons to grocery stores all winter long. …

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Why Do Sugar Plums Dance at Christmas Time?! 1:03:48

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Happy Holidays Everyone Welcome to a rebroadcast of our very first Christmas episodefrom 2021. It was a good one. I’m sure you will be entertained and informed about some of the most intriguing fruits and veggies that are traditionally eatenthis time of year. What the heck are “sugar plums?” Are they real fruit? Howmany pear trees with partridges w…

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The Amazing American Black Walnut: Wildly Unique! 1:02:25

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In this week’s episode, we’re turning our attention to a nut that has flown under the radar for far too long and one of the most unique and boldly flavored nuts in the world—the American black walnut. Unlike the mild English walnut most of us buy at the store, black walnuts grow wild, harvested, not from manicured orchards, but from trees scattered…

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Healthy Eating 101: Your Class for the Basics About Food That's Good for You! 59:47

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This week, we welcome a guest who truly embodies the spirit of vibrant, healthy living — Chef Megan McCarthy, the creative force behind HealthyEating101.com. Megan is an award-winning chef, educator, and healthy lifestyle expert who’s been inspiring audiences to eat better and feel better through her cooking classes, TV appearances, and wellness ev…

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Apple Growing Paradox: Balancing Tradition & Innovation for Over 15 Years! 1:02:11

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In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the world of apples with someone who lives and breathes them every single day. Our guest is Austin Fowler of Fowler Farms in upstate New York — a farm that’s been in continuous operation since 1858. That’s six generations of the Fowler family devoted to one crop, one passion, and one mission: growing apples…

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Eight Generations of Priceless Farming Knowledge 48:17

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This week’s guest grows—quite literally—on tradition, innovation, and a healthy dose of southern Appalachian grit. Kirby Johnson, co-owner of Flavor 1st Growers & Packers, is based in a fertile mountain valley in Western North Carolina. What’s wild? His family’s farming roots stretch all the way back to 1798—that’s eight generations of dirt beneath…

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Urban Farming Power: Growing a Lot on a Little Plot 1:00:10

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On this week's show, we’re joined by Kevin and Alicia Stump, the passionate husband-and-wife duo behind Stump Farms, a family-owned urban and hydroponic farm nestled in the mountains of Hendersonville, North Carolina. Kevin and Alicia have built something extraordinary—a full-spectrum farm offering everything from microgreens, mushrooms, and produc…

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Zesty, Sweet, & Tangy! Time to Dress Up Your Salad 42:44

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Makoto Dressings isn’t just salad dressing—it’s a flavor revolution. From their cult-classic Original Ginger to bold favorites like Honey Ginger, Wasabi Ginger, and Boom Boom Sauce, this family-owned brand has been waking up taste buds since 1985. What makes Makoto stand out isn’t just the flavor—it’s the story. Back in 1985, at a Japanese steakhou…

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Warning! Peppers at 4,000 Feet! 57:52

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What makes Hatch chili peppers so delicious and sought after? It’s the unique microclimate where they grow. They are named for the tiny town of Hatch, New Mexico, which sits at a towering elevation. It’s no wonder they’ve risen to such great heights in the culinary world. This week, we’re joined once again by “The Produce Expert,” Robert Schueller,…

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"Embrace the Distaste:" Eat More Veggies Even Tho You Hate Them! 1:03:17

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The Produce Buzzers Podcast is the “gathering place for lovers of fresh fruits and veggies!” However, we realize that many of you struggle to find the love that we have. So today we are on a stealth mission. This week’s episode is a special treat. We’re joined by Heidi Herman, author of The Hidden Vegetables Cookbook: 90 Tasty Recipes for Veggie-Av…

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It's All About the Sauce: Nick Masotti of Up All Night Bottling Company 1:06:15

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This week’s guest may be our hottest guest ever. Nick Masotti is a chef, farmer, and founder of Up All Night Bottling Company, where he crafts all-natural, small-batch sauces with no preservatives. Nick grew up in Winter Park, Florida, where food was the heartbeat of family life, and his love of cooking took root early. He got his start in a Mexica…

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Doctor's Orders: More Mangoes! More Dragon Fruit! Stat! 53:58

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This week’s episode is all about two of the most eye-catching and taste-bud-tingling tropical treats out there: mangoes and dragon fruit. Our guest today grows both and knows exactly what it takes to nurture these colorful, juicy gems from blossom to box. Our guest today is Dr. Eugene Misquith a doctor turned exotic fruit farmer. He has converted 1…

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Reap What You Sow—Literally & Figuratively 59:07

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Can a humble grower of tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers transform lives? One such company makes it their mission. They claim is the secret to their success. Our guest this week is a leader at a fresh produce company that doesn’t see its primary mission as growing delicious veggies, even though that’s exactly what they do and as good or better than …

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The Produce Buzzers Play Fruit & Veggie Trivia 57:16

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This week we are going to have some more game show fun on the podcast and test our Produce Buzzers knowledge of different fruits and veggies. Stick around and play along. I am sure you will find it informative and entertaining. This week’s trivia game is in the form of a series of multiple-choice questions. Each question is worth 5 points. The Prod…

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Super Charging Veggies: The "Willy Wonka of Vegetables" 58:16

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Have you ever been disappointed with the fruits and vegetables you have bought in the grocery store? Of course you have! There is nothing more frustrating in the grocery shopping experience than finding some beautiful fresh produce on the shelf only to get it home and find that it is flavorless or the texture is just not right. Well never fear! The…

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Leftover Problem: How to Feed the Hungry in America 1:07:51

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This week we are going to hear about some very important work being done by organizations helping to alleviate hunger. When we think of places that are experiencing a lack of food and malnutrition, we often first think of places in third-world countries or far-off nations. But hunger is a big problem right here in the United States and has been for…

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Berry Amazing! New Varieties of Berries Sweeten the Produce Aisle 58:54

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It’s peak season for all kinds of berries right now. So today we have a very special guest to tell us about some of the exciting new varieties of berries you can find in your local produce aisle. Laudan Chauffin is Marketing Director for the Berry Fresh company joins us today to enlighten us about blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Founded…

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The Sweetest Time of the Year: Vidalia Onions Are Back! 1:10:18

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Spring has arrived and spring vegetables have been showing up in your local produce aisles and markets for a few weeks. now. But this week is the sweetest week of the spring vegetable season. That is because this is the week that the sweetest onions in the world will be first shipped for the 2025 season. Yes, it’s time for a fresh crop of Vidalia O…

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The Legacy of Jackson Reamer: "The Strongest Person I've Ever Known" 1:02:50

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On this week’s podcast, we have two very special guests who are redefining snack foods. But this is more than a story of a successful start-up and exciting new food product. This husband-and-wife team turned a deeply personal tragedy into a mission to help others eat healthier. In doing so, they created a company that is disrupting the snack food a…

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"Roastables" New Quick and East Veggie Meal Kits 51:21

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This week we welcome back to the show a very special guest. He is a longtime friend and colleague who used to work with the four of us Produce Buzzers many years ago. Since that time he has been a rising star in the produce business and has worked for some of the biggest names in the produce industry. With over 36 years’ experience in the business,…

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Easy Ways to Keep Your Family Healthy 59:56

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Our guest this week is a fellow podcaster who also promotes the eating of more fresh fruits and veggies, so we are especially delighted to welcome her to the show. Amanda Keefer handles brand partnerships and marketing communications for the Healthy Family Project in addition to producing and hosting their podcast. The Healthy Family Project is mak…

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A Message to Our Listeners: Beet It! 42:38

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On this week’s episode, we are telling our listeners to Beet It! But that’s not spelled b-e-A-t but instead b-e-E-t. Yes, today we are rootin’ for our favorite root! That’s right! We’re digging deep into the world of beets. The veggie that stains your fingers, confuses your taste buds, and somehow ended up in both salads and desserts. From the hist…

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Romantic Fruits & Veggies for Valentine's Day 48:06

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Love is in the air, and… on your plate! Welcome to this week’s special Valentine’s Day episode of The Produce Buzzers Podcast, where we’re diving into the most romantic fruits and vegetables to set the mood for love. From the aptly named passion fruit to mythical artichokes to heart-healthy beets and the silky sweetness of strawberries, we’ll explo…

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The Superstar Fruit of the Super Bowl 53:09

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Super Bowl LIX is here! The week of Super Bowl is the biggest week for sales of avocados in the U.S. There are a lot of choices for snacks and meals for America’s biggest annual TV event, but fans know that avocados and guacamole have to be on the table. And that’s good for them because avocados are one of the healthiest foods you can eat, unlike p…

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Celebrating Farm Stars! 59:18

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Today we have a very special guest who understands that the people who grow our fruits and vegetables are special people. In fact, they are stars. Our guest has been highlighting these stars for over thirteen years on her beautiful Website FarmStarLiving.com. On that Website you will find stories of these heroes and the challenges they face to brin…

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It's National Slow Cooking Month! 51:18

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January is more than just a fresh start to the year—it’s also National Slow Cooking Month! As the winter chill sets in, there’s nothing more comforting than a steaming hearty stew packed full of veggies slowly blended together over hours of slow cooking. These meals can warm you up and satisfy you like no others. And it’s a convenient and easy way …

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New Year's Resolutions to Eat More Fruits and Veggies 49:08

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This week, we’re diving into one of the most universally celebrated events: New Year’s! But, as we know, how people ring in the New Year varies widely depending on where you are in the world. From feasting and fireworks to unique superstitions and rituals, the way we say goodbye to one year and hello to another can be incredibly different—and deepl…

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The Best? No, The WORST of Home Groan 2024! 26:05

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So as the new year begins, we thought we would look back on the most tortuous moments in 2024’s Produce Buzzers podcasts. Yes, our infamous “Home Groans.” We tried our best to “PUN-ish” you in every episode, with our fearless leader, Theresa Nolan’s terrible puns. We were going to call it “The Best of Home Groan” but the word “best” just doesn’t wo…

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Unique Items from Melissa's Produce for the Holidays 56:04

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This week we are so delighted to have our favorite guest back on the podcast. The man widely known as the “Produce Expert” is back to tell us about the delightful fruits and veggies his company Melissa’s World Variety Produce sells. Which frankly could be any fruit or vegetable on the planet because Melissa’s sells every fresh produce item that exi…

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Purple Veggie Eaters! 43:46

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This week, we’re diving into the colorful world of purple vegetables! From nutrient-packed purple cabbage, to purple beets, to the majestic purple eggplant, we’ll uncover the secrets behind their striking hues, their incredible health benefits, and how they’ve become stars in cuisines around the globe. We’ll share tips on cooking with them, stories…

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Thanksgiving Dishes Traditional and Unique 38:55

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Today we will talk about some traditional dishes that you can serve at your meal, but we also want to feature some unique fruits and vegetables that are in season during the fall but perhaps you have not thought about including in your menu. Not that we are trying to dissuade you from the usual fruit and veggie dishes like sweet potatoes, green bea…

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Reclaiming Urban Space to Solve Hunger - A.G. Kawamura 50:05

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Our guest this week is leading a renaissance in agriculture that is spreading across the country. With this movement, he believes that hunger can be eliminated. His work is not just in theory. For decades, he has been spearheading grassroots efforts in local communities in Southern California not just to provide food to needy people but to teach th…

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Theh Produce Buzzers Play Summer Fruit & Veggie Jeopardy! 42:30

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This week we are going to have some more game show fun on the podcast and test our Produce Buzzers knowledge of different fruits and veggies. Once again, they will play a version of the classic TV Game Show “Jeopardy” with all the categories being about fruits and veggies. Since we are at the height of summer, we will feature summer fruits and vegg…

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The Return of Dan the Produce Man! 47:10

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This week’s guest returns to the Produce Buzzers Podcast for his second time. He is a man who pioneered podcasting about fruits and veggies. He was probably the first person to have a radio show that focused on fresh produce. Long before we had the term “podcasting” our guest was on the radio airwaves across the country with a show called “The Prod…

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Two Exotic Fruits You Will Want to Try 49:46

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Have you heard of “Sugar Mangos?” How about “Goldenberries” or “Cape Gooseberries?” If not, you will want to stay tuned to hear about these wonderfully unique fruit varieties. Goldenberries are like nature’s candy with the perfect amount of sweet and tart. And Sugar Mangos, well they are a lot like other mangos, but smaller and how you can eat them…

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Time to Celebrate Watermelon! 51:45

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July is the month when Americans celebrate their nation’s independence. The Founding Fathers started the country to ensure its citizens’ life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. And July is also a time when the nation celebrates a fruit that helps in that pursuit of happiness. Yes, it’s National Watermelon Month and the Produce Buzzers are hono…

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Farmworkers: Unsung Heroes 52:22

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Doing good is good business. That is the belief of Raul Fernandez and Martin Casanova of THX! Dreams, a fresh produce company that donates part of their profits to help farm workers fulfill vital needs. Raul and Martin join us this week on the podcast to tell us how THX! Dreams is providing many types of necessities to needy families who work on th…

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Cherries Jubilee! 54:13

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You may have noticed that beautiful, delicious cherries are starting to show up in the produce sections of your favorite grocery stores. Yes, it’s a wonderful time of year when the new crop makes its way to the fresh produce aisle. Our guest this week has spent his career at one of the largest and premier fruit growers in the nation. Mac Riggan is …

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Microgreens: The Tiny Veggies with a Powerful Punch 1:03:46

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Have you ever tried microgreens? If not, you will be fascinated by this week’s episode. We have an expert on them who is pioneering growing methods for these tiny little versions of the veggies and greens you know so well in adult form. They are packed with flavor and nutrition. Microgreens are vegetable greens (not to be confused with sprouts or s…

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Japanese-Americans Impact on American Agriculture 47:58

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May is Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This week we have a very special guest on the show who is going to tell us about the substantial contribution that Japanese Americans made to American agriculture, especially on the West Coast, from California through Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Ron Inatomi is a third-generation (Sansei)…

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Mango Mania! Celebrating "The World's Fruit" 43:55

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Mangos are available all year round but this time of year is one of the best times for the best quality mangos. So in this week’s episode, we celebrate this delicious and healthy fruit, one of the most popular fruits in the world, if not the most popular. Often called “The World’s Fruit,” mangos are one of the oldest fruits known to humans. Indian …

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The Surprising History (And Fruits) of Cinco de Mayo 53:36

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Time once again to celebrate a quintessential American holiday; Cinco de Mayo! Yes, that's right. It's more American than Mexican despite celebrating the wonderful culture of our neighbors down south. Most people don't know the history of Cinco de Mayo. And even more don't realize that the battle it celebrates was more important for the United Stat…

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Juice Up Your Diet! 32:00

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On the Produce Buzzers Podcast, we usually only feature fresh fruits and veggies instead of processed products. But there are some good processed products in the produce aisle. Most juices in the grocery store are not very good for you. They are often made with concentrated fruit juice which is almost like pure sugar syrup. But if you look in the p…

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Loving the Land and Feeding the World 24:41

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The Giumarra Companies have been fulfilling those two missions for over 100 years. This week’s guest will tell us about that legacy and about some delicious new varieties from this company that sells almost every fruit and veggie. Have you heard of the new “Lemonade” apple? This week’s guest on the podcast represents a company that began as a famil…

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Hallelujah! It's Artichoke Season! 21:20

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Yes, once again, it's one of the most sacred times of the year. Yes, Easter, Passover, and Ramadan. But for fruit and veggie lovers, it's also a new season of artichokes. It's here and in full swing. So we are going to peel away the leaves on this heavenly veggie, (which technically is a flower!) to get a closer look at it. To do so, we welcome bac…

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Exciting New and Delicious Items From Melissa's Produce 54:54

2y ago54:54

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This week we are delighted to have Robert Schueller, Director of Public Relations at Melissa’s World Variety Produce, back on the show. Robert has been dubbed the “Produce Expert” by the media since he has unique access to such a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. He has written several books about the cornucopia Mother Nature has to offer in t…

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Food Waste and Hunger: A National Emergency 1:00:30

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A Group of Young People Are Diminishing a National Tragedy to Help Solve a National Emergency. Listen to the Inspiring Story of The Farmlink Project and Their Heroic Procurement Officer to Learn How Food Waste is Being Redirected to Hungry Families. This week we have an inspiring story to tell you about a group of young people who came together dur…

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You Need to Try the Noblest, Juiciest, Crunchiest Tangerines! 1:04:43

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As our regular listeners know, we love to feature family farms on our program to help dispel the myth that agriculture in the U.S. is all huge corporations. Our guest this week is a third-generation farmer of a family farm that has been growing citrus in Florida for almost 100 years! It is a testament to their hard work and dedication to keep their…

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Sumo Citrus: The Ugliest Most Beautiful Citrus Fruit 53:16

2y ago53:16

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This week on the Produce Buzzers Podcast we are going to learn about a unique citrus fruit that is taking the fruit world by storm. It is fast becoming a “heavy weight” in the produce aisle. It is a fruit that no doubt you are seeing front and center in the produce departments right now and will see for the next few months. But they are not a prett…

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Play Fruit & Veggie Jeopardy! With the Produce Buzzers 44:05

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This week we are going to have some more game show fun on the podcast and test our Produce Buzzers knowledge of different fruits and veggies. They will play a version of the classic TV Game Show “Jeopardy” with all the categories being about fruits and veggies. They will choose clues from these topics: · Fruit Fiesta · Veggie Ventury · Berry Bliss …