In this episode of Freshly Picked, we’re celebrating the fall season by digging into Mississippi’s rich tradition of sweet potato and pumpkin farming! Host Claude Nash is joined by three seasoned farmers: Sylvia Clark of Clark Farms and The Tater Shed, Caleb Englert of Englert Farms and President of the Mississippi Sweet Potato Council, and Aaron Stovall of Dry Bottom Farms & Nursery.

As Halloween and Thanksgiving approach, our guests give an inside look at their growing seasons, the different varieties of sweet potatoes and pumpkins they cultivate, and the innovative practices shaping the future of their farms. They also share some delicious sweet potato and pumpkin recipes, along with tips for carving the perfect Jack-O-Lantern. Plus, we learn about the importance of the Genuine MS program and how it helps support local farms.

Whether you’re a fan of farm-to-table goodness or love a good fall festival, this episode is packed with insights and tips to get you ready for the season.

Tune in to hear how Mississippi's specialty crops are grown, harvested, and enjoyed across the state!

Join us in Episode 4 of Freshly Picked as we elevate your culinary game!

In this episode, we chat with Chef Hunter Evans of Elvie's and Don Kazery, Jr. from Kazery Farms in Jackson, MS. Discover how specialty herbs, fruits veggies, and even edible flowers journey from farm to table, creating exquisite dishes and fresh flavors.

Tune in, savor the insights, and explore the synergy between farm-fresh ingredients and culinary artistry.

Join us in Episode 3 of Freshly Picked as we dive into the fascinating world of specialty herbs!

In this episode, we explore the unique realm of specialty crops with Nan Moak of Dandelion and Crow, Nick Hartley from Compass Point Blend, and Caroline Warner of CW Body Organics, Herbal Apothecary. Discover how these herbal experts cultivate and craft exceptional herbs into vibrant blends and holistic remedies.

Tune in, grab a cup of tea, and uncover the magic and artistry behind these specialty crops!

Join us in Episode 2 of Freshly Picked as we delve into the world of U-Pick farms, a true celebration of fresh, hands-on harvests!

In this episode, we chat with Dana Nowell from Twelve2 Farm, Shunda Garner of Geneva Springs Farm, and Jenni Campbell of Taylor Flower Patch about the joys and challenges of running U-Pick farms. From vibrant fruits to stunning flowers, discover the stories behind these farms and the people who bring fresh-picked goodness to our tables.

Listen in and get inspired by the people growing our farm-fresh specialty crop food and flowers!

Join Claude Nash, Editor of the Mississippi Market Bulletin, in this week’s discussion of lovely, fresh-cut flowers — the specialty of the day.

In this Freshly Picked episode, Claude has lively conversations with Donna Yowell from Flower Growers of Mississippi and Paige Manning, Director of Marketing Development at MDAC about the blossoming beauties we call flowers.

Listen in, and discover what’s happening across the state in this BLOOMING industry!

Freshly Picked will be all around specialty crops: those highly cultivated fruits, nuts, trees, plants, and flowers we grow in Mississippi. We want to let folks know, through engaging interviews with growers, chefs, horticulturalists, and goods makers that specialty crops are worth seeking out. Each 30-minute Freshly Picked podcast episode will highlight a particular specialty topic, and will contain a fresh mix of interviews, recipes, innovations in agriculture, and more. Join us for Freshly Picked!