Fresh Take
147 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsFresh Take is your roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living, organic agriculture, and how to make the best lifestyle choices that benefit you and the environment. So if you’re an eco-warrior, a dedicated farmer, or just someone looking to make more conscious decisions, tune in to get your Fresh Take.
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Fair Trade & Certified Organic: Sweetwater Organic Coffee Co.
May 26, 2020 17:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBJoin our talk with Tripp Pomeroy CEO of Sweetwater Organic Coffee! We chat about certified Fair Trade, certified Organic, and sustainable coffee. We also touch on the unprecedented times we are living in along with Tripp’s efforts to adapt and protect business, people, and earth! Sweetwater Beginnings In 2004, Tripp was given the opportunity to buy-in and co-own, Café Campesino in Americus, GA. Tripp mentions this opportunity being the perfect marriage between his interests: international d...
Fair Trade and Certified Organic: Sweetwater Organic Coffee
May 26, 2020 17:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBJoin our talk with Tripp Pomeroy CEO of Sweetwater Organic Coffee! We chat about certified Fair Trade, certified Organic, and sustainable coffee. We also touch on the unprecedented times we are living in along with Tripp’s efforts to adapt and protect business, people, and earth! Sweetwater Beginnings In 2004, Tripp was given the opportunity to buy-in and co-own, Café Campesino in Americus, GA. Tripp mentions this opportunity being the perfect marriage between his interests: international d...
Is my food and produce safe during COVID-19?
May 04, 2020 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBToday, we welcome back Ram, CEO of Quality Certification Services (QCS) and an experienced Food Safety Auditor and trainer on various food safety topics. Join us to learn more about how to safely shop during unprecedented times! COVID-19 is not a foodborne illness! Sanitizers vs. Disinfectants: - Sanitizer are substance that significantly reduces the germ population, but doesn't destroy or eliminate all the germs. Typically, sanitizers do not claim to reduce viruses. - Disinfectant...
Shopping during COVID-19
May 04, 2020 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBToday, we welcome back Ram, CEO of Quality Certification Services (QCS) and an experienced Food Safety Auditor and trainer on various food safety topics. Join us to learn more about how to safely shop during unprecedented times! COVID-19 is not a foodborne illness! Sanitizers vs. Disinfectants: - Sanitizer are substance that significantly reduces the germ population, but doesn't destroy or eliminate all the germs. Typically, sanitizers do not claim to reduce viruses. - Disinfectant...
Financial Assistance for Farmers and Others COVID-19
April 27, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBJoin Ram, CEO of Quality Certification Services, while he talks about the financial impact of COVID-19 on Florida's agriculture and the financial resources available to farmers. 1. Federal Assistance administered by SBA 1.1 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) 1.2 Economic Injury Disaster Loan - unable to accept new application 2. Assistance not administered by SBA 2.1 CARES act: State of Florida Direct-to-Consumer Sellers and Online Markets for Florida-Grown Foods Florida Farmers’...
Financial Assistance for Farmers and Others COVID19
April 27, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBJoin Ram, CEO of Quality Certification Services, while he talks about the financial impact of COVID-19 on Florida's agriculture and the financial resources available to farmers. 1. Federal Assistance administered by SBA 1.1 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) 1.2 Economic Injury Disaster Loan - unable to accept new application 2. Assistance not administered by SBA 2.1 CARES act: State of Florida Direct-to-Consumer Sellers and Online Markets for Florida-Grown Foods Florida Farmers’...
Organic Certification during COVID-19
April 20, 2020 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBOn this episode we welcome Quality Certification Services (QCS) staff to talk about Organic Certification during the COVID19 pandemic. Our panelists are Beth Rota, policy and quality assurance manager, Brian Rakita, inspection manager, and Ram, CEO of QCS. Ram shares with us that the agricultural sector is holding strong, with some operations even doubling sales since the lock-down started. He also shares his work linking small and medium producers to buyers, improving the distribution syste...
Saving Water and Energy
March 23, 2020 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBOur guest today is Alane Humrich from Gainesville based Community Weatherization Coalition! Tune in to learn about their work and to find out how you can save water and electricity. Fresh Take is your weekly dose of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living, organic agriculture, and how to make the best lifestyle choices that benefit you and the environment. So...
Organic Certification - Part 2
March 09, 2020 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBSecond part is here! We continue our conversation with Dan and Adam regarding organic certification. On this episode, we touch on common misconceptions surrounding organic certification, transitional organic, and a final rundown on the certification process! Fresh Take is your weekly dose of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living, organic agriculture, and ho...
Organic Certification - Part 1
March 02, 2020 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBOn today's episode, Dan Zaman and Adam Maxwell chat with us regarding what it takes to get certified organic, what the label means, and the level of scrutiny they follow. Get your questions answered HERE! Dan and Adam have the appropriate background and extensive training on the certification process, they understand what is behind the label and have complete knowledge on the current NOP regulation. Part 2 to follow next week! Fresh Take is your weekly dose of all things related to organic...
Recycling!
February 24, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week on Fresh Take we chat with Michael Purvis. He serves as a Waste Alternative Specialist for Alachua County Solid Waste & Resource Recovery. Michel grew up in Georgia and after attending UGA he moved to Gainesville, FL to start his journey as a public servant in Alachua County. Tune in to learn about Recycling and the benefits!! Fresh Take is your weekly dose of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss ...
Recycling!
February 24, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week on Fresh Take we chat with Michael Purvis. He serves as a Waste Alternative Specialist for Alachua County Solid Waste & Resource Recovery. Michel grew up in Georgia and after attending UGA he moved to Gainesville, FL to start his journey as a public servant in Alachua County. Tune in to learn about Recycling and the benefits!! Fresh Take is your weekly dose of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss ...
Urban Gardens & Urban Agriculture Ordinance
February 17, 2020 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBIt is our pleasure to present our very special guest for today's episode! Anna Prizzia – Director of UF IFAS Field & Fork and Board Member of Working Foods Karissa Raskin – City of Gainesville Civic Collaboration Specialist Yvette Thomas– Planner for the City of Gainesville Different stakeholder groups, UF IFAS Field & Fork, Working Foods, Levin College of Law Conservation Clinic, Food System Collation, local farmers, and others have come together to present a draft on Urban Agricultu...
Urban Gardens & Urban Agriculture Ordinance
February 17, 2020 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBIt is our pleasure to present our very special guest for today's episode! Anna Prizzia – Director of UF IFAS Field & Fork and Board Member of Working Foods Karissa Raskin – City of Gainesville Civic Collaboration Specialist Yvette Thomas– Planner for the City of Gainesville Different stakeholder groups, UF IFAS Field & Fork, Working Foods, Levin College of Law Conservation Clinic, Food System Collation, local farmers, and others have come together to present a draft on Urban Agricultu...
Florida Farmers Market Association
February 10, 2020 20:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBDo you want to start a farmers market business, but you don’t know how or where to start? The Farmers Market Promotion Program is here to help you! Today, we talked with Dr. Sarah Cervone and Andi Emrich and learned about the amazing work they do managing the Farmers Market Promotion Program! This USDA grant funds the creation and dissemination of resources useful for food entrepreneurs. Sarah and Andi work together in the creation of a website that includes all information needed to create...
Florida Friendly Yards with Dr. Taylor Clem
February 04, 2020 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBDr. Taylor Clem from UF IFAS Alachua county extension services joins us to talk about the Florida Yard and Neighborhood program. Tune in to find out about the 9 principles of Florida Friendly Yards, and other best practices you can implement at home! How to introduce this practices to your HOA ... and more! Check here The Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Handbook! What is the Florida Yard and Neighborhood program? It is a program that compiles best management practices for homeowners to ...
Myths around Eco-friendly practices
January 27, 2020 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBJoin Sarah, JC, Isabel, and Jessica while they tackle #7 common myths and misconceptions that surround Eco-friendly living. Fresh Take is your weekly dose of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living, organic agriculture, and how to make the best lifestyle choices that benefit you and the environment. So, if you’re an eco-warrior, a dedicated farmer, or just s...
Dr. Jenny Tucker - National Organic Program Deputy Administrator
January 20, 2020 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBHave you ever wonderer who protects the integrity of the certified organic label? Join us in our chat with NOP Deputy Administrator, Dr. Jenny Tucker. We talk about organic standards, organic label integrity, NOP's actions against fraud, barriers and challenges organic producers face, NOP's support for the organic program, and resources for consumer protection. Fresh Take is your weekly dose of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and gu...
Carbon Footprint with We are Neutral!
January 13, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBWe talk with Grace Ebner from Gainesville based environmental non-profit, We are Neutral. Tune in to learn about carbon footprint, biggest print contributors, and tips to identify and reduce your mark. Grace shares tips and suggestions for a cleaner, more neutral life! Let's be mindful on carbon footprint and our environmental impact! Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discus...
2020 Resolutions!
January 06, 2020 16:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBTune in to listen our host, Jessica, and our guest Sarah share their sustainable resolutions for 2020! We share tips on how you can create a healthier, cleaner, and greener new year. We touch on the single use plastic issue, the problems associated with over fertilizing, the vital role of pollinators in agriculture, the importance of eating local, and advice on how to advocate for what you believe in! FOG wishes you a great start of the year! Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things ...
Sustainable Holiday Season
December 16, 2019 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBThe FOG family wants to share our best tips to be and keep being sustainable this holiday season! In this episode, Jane, Sarah, and Isabel from FOG/QCS share their bests ideas for an environmentally friendly December's celebrations. Let's reduce, reuse, and recycle together this holidays. Ideas and tips regarding gifts, decorations, wrapping paper, meal prepping, Christmas tree, cards, and parties! Tune in to learn how we make sure to be green during this season. Fresh Take is your weekly ...
Sustainable Holiday Season
December 16, 2019 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBThe FOG family wants to share our best tips to be and keep being sustainable this holiday season! In this episode, Jane, Sarah, and Isabel from FOG/QCS share their bests ideas for an environmentally friendly December's celebrations. Let's reduce, reuse, and recycle together this holidays. Ideas and tips regarding gifts, decorations, wrapping paper, meal prepping, Christmas tree, cards, and parties! Tune in to learn how we make sure to be green during this season. Fresh Take is your weekly ...
Save the Bees!
December 09, 2019 17:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBJoin us and Dr. Jamie Ellis from UF IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory, while we chat about everything related to honey bees! Lets raise awareness for the decline of population on managed honey bees! Everything you need to know about honeybees and their importance on our lives, explained here!! Also, tips and advice for you to take action. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest ex...
Rethink your personal care products!
December 02, 2019 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBJoin our chat with aspiring beauty blogger, Odalys Alvarez, while we talk about the toxic chemicals in our everyday personal care products. What are these chemicals? why should we stay away from them? Also, cosmetic labels explained: vegan, cruelty free, organic, and more. Listen to these tips that will change the way you look at cosmetics! Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we d...
Food Safety & Organic Food Systems
November 22, 2019 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBToday, we have the pleasure of bringing you Trevor Gilbert, who is a Produce Safety Expert from FDA Department of Health & Human Services. We talk about food safety, FDA regulations, collaboration between Food & Drug Administration and State agencies, and food safety in organic food systems. Also, Trevor shares tips and resources available to farming communities. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff a...
Organic Farming & Cooperative Extension Services
November 15, 2019 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBInstitute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) extension agent, Sarah Bostick, join us to talk about the importance of community supported agriculture (CSA). What is CSA? Why is it beneficial? Tune in to hear about CSA origins, challenges, and advice from Sarasota County extension agent. Sarah tell us about the different labels found in supermarkets and farmers markets. What do these labels mean? Tune in to find out the answer from an expert on the topic! Fresh Take is your weekly round...
Organic Farming & Cooperative Extension Services
November 15, 2019 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBInstitute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) extension agent, Sarah Bostick, join us to talk about the importance of community supported agriculture (CSA). What is CSA? Why is it beneficial? Tune in to hear about CSA origins, challenges, and advice from Sarasota County extension agent. Sarah tell us about the different labels found in supermarkets and farmers markets. What do these labels mean? Tune in to find out the answer from an expert on the topic! Fresh Take is your weekly round...
Part 2: Let's Protect Florida Together!
November 08, 2019 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBJoin us in part 2 of our conversation with Chuck O’Neil. In this episode, we continue talking about natural resources and wildlife conservation in Florida. Particularly, we talk about how to protect soil and aquifer by reducing fertilizer use, and the benefits of creating a wild life habitat in your yard! We also touch on the environmental impact of new toll roads in Florida, and what you can do to protect our beautiful state. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to orga...
Let's Protect Florida Together!
November 01, 2019 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBA very special guest joins us in this week’s episode! Rights of Nature state wide coordinator, Chuck O'Neal, speaks about natural resources and wildlife conservation in the state of Florida. Tune in to learn about the most pressing issues threatening Florida’s ecosystem and what you and your community can do to fight back! It doesn’t matter if you are a kid or an adult, everyone is needed to keep Florida alive! Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainab...
Landscaping: Why Edible Landscaping?
October 25, 2019 14:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode, we chat with former owner of an edible landscape business and QCS senior certification manager, Ryan Brouillard, about the magic of comestible landscaping in north and central Florida. Join us to learn more about how you and your family can move from a decorative landscape to an edible one. What does it take? How to do it? What grows well in Florida? Tune in to get the answers to these questions, and more! Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic...
Landscaping: Why Edible Landscaping?
October 25, 2019 14:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode, we chat with former owner of an edible landscape business and QCS senior certification manager, Ryan Brouillard, about the magic of comestible landscaping in north and central Florida. Join us to learn more about how you and your family can move from a decorative landscape to an edible one. What does it take? How to do it? What grows well in Florida? Tune in to get the answers to these questions, and more! Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic...
Bob Quinn: Organic Movement Pioneer and Sustainability Activist
October 18, 2019 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBFlorida Organic Growers is proud to host organic farmer and social activist from Montana, Bob Quinn, as he tours the USA promoting his new book Grain by Grain – A Quest to Revive Ancient Wheat, Rural Jobs, and Healthy Food. Along side with expert in organic farming, Marc Ketchel, we discuss regenerative agriculture, Bob's journey as an activist for high-quality foods, rural and local communities' agriculture, and we touch on the popular question Can organic agriculture feed the world? Join u...
Bob Quinn: Organic Movement Pioneer and Sustainability Activist
October 18, 2019 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBFlorida Organic Growers is proud to host organic farmer and social activist from Montana, Bob Quinn, as he tours the USA promoting his new book Grain by Grain – A Quest to Revive Ancient Wheat, Rural Jobs, and Healthy Food. Along side with expert in organic farming, Marc Ketchel, we discuss regenerative agriculture, Bob's journey as an activist for high-quality foods, rural and local communities' agriculture, and we touch on the popular question Can organic agriculture feed the world? Join u...
Hemp Series: Introduction to Hemp
October 11, 2019 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBJoin us while we talk to hemp expert, Brian Rakita. This is the first episode in a series dedicated to bring you all in the information you need to know about hemp. In this episode, we solve hemp related questions: What is hemp? How is hemp different from marijuana? What is CBD? How old is hemp? Why was hemp banned in the past? Why is hemp so good for farmers? What are some hemp uses? and more. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join ...
Organic Lifestyle From an Immigrant Perspective
October 04, 2019 20:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBOn this weeks episode we chat with Isabel, an immigrant from Chile. We talk about her take on the organic lifestyle and what sustainability means to her. Tune in to hear about her journey and how she changed her lifestyle to help mitigate climate change! Here you will find thoughts and opinions from a Gen-Z immigrant. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you n...
Sowing the Gap
September 27, 2019 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBJoin us to hear all about our third annual Organic summit! We are eager to tell you about the importance of knowledge sharing and what we are doing to facilitate it. Tune in to learn more about Sowing the Gap and how we work hard to bring together consumers, small produces and big producers. Visit our Summit page fogsummit.org and register today. We can’t wait to see you there! Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Gr...
Organic Talk with Uncle Matt's
September 20, 2019 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this week's episode, we chat with Matt McLean from Uncle Matt's Organic. Join us to discover how Uncle Matt's Organic got started 20 years ago! Learn about what Citrus Greening disease is and how Uncle Matt's Organic is handling this situation. Tune in to listen to why Uncle Matt's loves organic agriculture and it's benefits. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss eve...
Organic Talk with Uncle Matt's
September 20, 2019 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this week's episode, we chat with Matt McLean from Uncle Matt's Organic. Join us to discover how Uncle Matt's Organic got started 20 years ago! Learn about what Citrus Greening disease is and how Uncle Matt's Organic is handling this situation. Tune in to listen to why Uncle Matt's loves organic agriculture and it's benefits. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss eve...
Do It Yourself: Organic Gardening
September 13, 2019 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBGet ready to plant fall crops! In this week's episode, we chat with Dr. JC Rodriguez about implementing your very own organic garden. We discuss tips, best practices, and how to get started growing your own food. Dr. Rodriguez also touches on potential issues and how to solve them. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living,...
Do It Yourself: Organic Gardening
September 13, 2019 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBGet ready to plant fall crops! In this week's episode, we chat with Dr. JC Rodriguez about implementing your very own organic garden. We discuss tips, best practices, and how to get started growing your own food. Dr. Rodriguez also touches on potential issues and how to solve them. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living,...
More to Know About GMOs
September 06, 2019 19:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBIn this week’s episode we’re going further in depth about GMOs. Dr. Stephen Forbes, an expert in microbiology, joins us to discuss different types of GMOS, how they are developed, and gives us insight into how labeling works and how testing is conducted. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living, organic agriculture, and h...
Living Sustainably
August 30, 2019 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this week's episode Danielle Marsh, a health and fitness expert, gives us the tips and tricks to making more sustainable food choices and the benefits these choices bring. Danielle shows us that dedicating more time to food prep and sourcing sustainable options helps not only the environment, but also your wallet. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you n...
Living Sustainably
August 30, 2019 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this week's episode Danielle Marsh, a health and fitness expert, gives us the tips and tricks to making more sustainable food choices and the benefits these choices bring. Danielle shows us that dedicating more time to food prep and sourcing sustainable options helps not only the environment, but also your wallet. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you n...
Farmers' Markets: Keeping it Local
August 23, 2019 18:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBThis week we're discussing farmers' markets: how your purchases at your local farmers' markets impact the economy, how to ensure you're actually buying local, and FOG's efforts to make fresh, local foods more accessible to all. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living, organic agriculture, and how to make the best lifestyl...
Dead Zones: Water We Gonna Do?
August 16, 2019 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this week’s episode we're joined by True Parker, owner of Rebel Coast Fishing Charter in Clearwater, FL. We discuss water quality issues and the impacts that unsustainable agricultural practices have had on our water systems. As a fisherman, True sees first-hand the damage fertilizer runoff has caused to our oceans. We also discuss a variety of agricultural practices that mitigate these water issues and what the future of sustainable agriculture looks like for our oceans and streams. Fre...
In The Know About GMOs
August 09, 2019 18:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBThis week’s episode tackles the controversial topic of genetically modified organisms (GMO). A GMO is any organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering technique. As per the organic regulation, the use of GMOs are not permitted in organic production. We’ll be discussing GMOs, their role in modern agriculture, and their potential effects on our environment. Fresh Take is your weekly roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Or...
Organic Origins
August 02, 2019 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBToday, we’ll be discussing the origins of organics, what the term means, the history of certification, and how you can make sure you’re making the right choices with your food. Florida Certified Organic Growers and Consumers, Inc. (FOG) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit established in 1987 as a grassroots organization, formed by those who believe in organic, sustainable, and regenerative agriculture. Our vision is to create a more sustainable and just food system that benefits both consumers and t...