Explore every episode of the podcast The Independent Farmer Podcast
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| Exclusive Content: Biggest Farm Mistakes | 06 Sep 2024 | 00:27:48 | |
This audiobook provides insights from successful Farms across the country who share lessons from their own errors, and how to avoid them. Learn best practices to build a thriving Farm business, while minimizing the impacts of potential mistakes your Farm encounters along the way. For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources | |||
| Farm Finance Reporting with Taylor Bridges | 30 Aug 2024 | 00:21:09 | |
In this week's episode, James talks with Taylor Bridges of Bridging the Gap Financial Services LLC to discuss a streamlined process for Farms to report on their finances. She discusses practices to keep finances organized and to save time when tracking and reporting, as well as her recommended financial software. Join our Finance Academy: barn2door.com/academy Find more Farm resources: barn2door.com/resources | |||
| Farm Email Marketing Best Practices | 03 May 2024 | 00:36:34 | |
In this week's episode, James and Maimee discuss email best practices to engage Buyers, and increase traffic to your Farm store. Implement these tactics for writing attractive emails and consistently improving your performance. For more Farm resources, check out: https://www.barn2door.com/resources | |||
| Direct Farm Tactics #4: Tips from our FANs | 11 Jan 2022 | 00:17:00 | |
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| Farm Legal Series #3: Selling Bulk Meat? The Legal Side of Livestock Sales. | 07 Jan 2022 | 00:34:05 | |
Welcome to the third episode in Barn2Door's series in partnership with the Farm to Consumer Legal Defense Fund. FTCLDF is a non-profit organization of lawyers supporting Farmers across the country and helping them navigate the unique legal challenges Farmers face. In this episode, we focus on livestock, herd/meat share regulations, how they vary across the country, and the resources FTCLDF has to help Farmers sell their products direct-to-consumer. | |||
| Direct Farm Tactics #3: Preparing for your Farm's Best 2022 | 17 Dec 2021 | 00:18:13 | |
In this episode of Direct Farm Tactics, Cade and Sebastian will cover tips to help prepare you Farm for the most optimal 2022. With ideas around refining your inventory, engaging customers, financial sustainability, and measuring success. These topics and more are covered in our 2022 check list eBook available for download below: | |||
| Farm Legal Series #2: Poultry Pitfalls and Regulation | 10 Dec 2021 | 00:17:35 | |
Welcome to the second episode in a series Barn2Door is launching in partnership with the Farm to Consumer Legal Defense Fund. FTCLDF is a non-profit organization of lawyers supporting Farmers across the country and helping them navigate the unique legal challenges Farmers face. In this episode, we focus on poultry regulations, how they vary across the country, and the resources FTCLDF has to help Farmers sell their poultry products direct-to-consumer. | |||
| Acres USA and The Sustainable Farming Movement From The Soil Up | 03 Dec 2021 | 00:23:47 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to welcome back Ryan Slabaugh and Jorge Abrego for another podcast at Barn2Door HQ. Ryan and Jorge share the origin story of ACRES USA and the mission they have pursued ever since. | |||
| A Booming Berry Business - Angelica of Hayton Farms Berries | 26 Nov 2021 | 00:28:04 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to welcome back Angelica Hayton of Hayton Farms Berries. As a fifth-generation family Farmer, she has built out her business selling direct and developed a strong Farm brand across the Western Washington region. Listen as Angelica shares her experience, struggles, and success with selling direct from the last year. | |||
| Farm Legal Series #1: Raw Milk Sales Explained | 19 Nov 2021 | 00:21:50 | |
Welcome to the first episode in a new series Barn2Door is launching in partnership with the Farm to Consumer Legal Defense Fund. FTCLDF is a non-profit organization of lawyers supporting Farmers across the country and helping them navigate the unique legal challenges Farmers face. In this episode, we focus on dairy regulations, how they vary across the country, and the resources FTCLDF has to help Farmers sell their Dairy products direct-to-consumer. | |||
| What if Farms started like Tech Companies? - Accelerate Rural N.C. | 16 Nov 2021 | 00:19:35 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Dennis Tracz. Dennis Tracz is a serial entrepreneur with experience in technology, sports management, and consumer products goods start-ups. He is one of the board members for Accelerate Rural N.C., a business accelerator program focused on helping active businesses in rural communities, such as local direct-to-market Farms, streamline the growth of their businesses. | |||
| 1 Year in Review Using Barn2Door with Daphne, Agricola Family Farm | 12 Nov 2021 | 00:26:13 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Daphne of Agricola Family Farm in Cleveland, Texas. Listen as she shares her Farm's story as a second-generation Farmer and experience with using Barn2Door over the past year. | |||
| Direct Brand Conference Recap | 05 Nov 2021 | 00:11:29 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, you will meet part of the team that helped make the Direct Brand Conference happen. Kyler and Jo recap some of their favorite moments from the Direct Brand Conference, and share the big takeaways for those that might have missed it. | |||
| Exclusive Content: Five Key Tips from CSA Farms Making Six Figures | 19 Apr 2024 | 00:24:43 | |
With a variety of best practices and techniques for how to create a successful Farm business, it can get overwhelming to know which tactics actually work. Many CSAs have developed proven tactics to increase revenue, lock in early buyer commitments, and streamline processes to ensure products go out the door with money in hand. In this week's episode, listen to the audible version of our eBook - Five Key Tips from CSA Farms Making Six Figures Find more Farm business resources, including eBooks: https://www.barn2door.com/resources | |||
| Barn2Door partners with ACRES USA for Eco-Ag 2021 | 02 Nov 2021 | 00:17:53 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Ryan from ACRES USA for the first in-person podcast at Barn2Door HQ. James and Ryan will discuss what will be in store for the attendees of the upcoming Eco-Ag conference in Cincinnati, Ohio this December. | |||
| Conservation, Development, and Use of Agricultural Resources for the Betterment of Native Farmers with Kelsey Scott and Kari Jo Lawrence of the Intertribal Agriculture Council | 29 Oct 2021 | 00:29:56 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're thrilled to host Kelsey Scott and Kari Jo Lawrence of the Intertribal Agriculture Council (IAC). Listen as Kelsey and Kari Jo discuss the programs and resources IAC offers its members, along with their own journeys and roles within the IAC. | |||
| Direct Farm Tactics #2: Pre-Orders: Increased Stability, Increased Sales | 22 Oct 2021 | 00:10:27 | |
In this episode of Direct Farm Podcast's Tactics Series, we're excited to share some tactics about pre-orders and how they can secure constant cashflow for your farm business. | |||
| Exponential Farm Growth - Four Years Running, Farmer Spotlight: Honey Bee Hills Farm | 15 Oct 2021 | 00:26:58 | |
We're excited to spotlight a certified organic produce Farmer, and one of our newest Farm Advisors, Liz Mason of Honey Bee Hills Farm in Prospect Hill, North Carolina. Listen as she shares her story behind becoming a Farmer, her decision to sell direct online, and how she's managed exponential growth. | |||
| How Unconventional Farming Attracts an Audience, Farmer Spotlight: Unconventional Acres | 08 Oct 2021 | 00:22:06 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to spotlight Farmers Ben and Mel of Unconventional Acres in Wisconsin. Listen as they share the story behind their name, their decision to sell direct online, and how they've built a social following over 60,000 strong. | |||
| Overcoming the Challenges Facing Pasture Poultry with Mike Badger, APPPA | 06 Oct 2021 | 00:20:38 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to welcome back Mike Badger, Executive Director of the American Pasture Poultry Producers Association. Listen as Mike talks about how APPPA has been working to provide American Pasture Poultry Producers the resources they need to overcome the unique challenges they face as poultry Farmers. | |||
| Direct Farm Tactics #1: Barn2Door + Mailchimp Customer Journeys | 30 Sep 2021 | 00:15:33 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to launch a new series focused on delivering strategies that Farmers can immediately implement to help grow and manage their business. | |||
| Employee Spotlight: Allison, Software Engineer | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:08:29 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Allison. One of Barn2Door's very own Software Engineers. Listen as she shares how he came to join the team and and how she was able to grow with Barn2Door. | |||
| Cultivating a Farm Brand to Connect the Community with Joelle Orem, Orem Farms | 17 Sep 2021 | 00:29:39 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Joelle Orem of Orem Farms. Listen as Joelle shares the tactics she's used to grow her Family Farm brand and how she teams up with Barn2Door to educate Farmers on brand, social media, and email marketing. | |||
| Connecting Local Farmers with their Communities with Jillian Childs, Florida Farm Finder | 17 Sep 2021 | 00:32:34 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're thrilled to host Jillian Childs, Founder of Florida Farm Finder. Listen as Jillian shares the evolution of Florida Farm Finder, turning a Facebook group into a platform - connecting Floridians with their local Farmers. | |||
| How Electronic Ear Tagging Affects Independent Farmers | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:33:09 | |
In this week's episode, James speaks with Alexia from Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund about the proposed electronic ear tagging updates for livestock and how this rule may affect Independent Farmers. For more information, visit: https://www.farmtoconsumer.org/ To find more Farm resources, check out: https://www.barn2door.com/resources | |||
| Balancing Retail & Wholesale Markets with Joe from Dirty Girl Produce | 10 Sep 2021 | 00:29:36 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Joe Schirmer of Dirty Girl Produce again for a 1 year in review. Listen as Joe shares the changes and updates he's made to the business and how he's serving both wholesale and retail markets. | |||
| Terra Firma Farm Creamery: One-Stop Shop for Local Community | 27 Aug 2021 | 00:34:34 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Brie Casadei with Terra Firma Farm Creamery. Listen as Brie shares how the Farm experienced tremendous growth by selling online with direct delivery and how implementing these changes empowers Terra Firma to support the local community. | |||
| Employee Spotlight: Sam, Software Development Manager | 26 Aug 2021 | 00:07:07 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Sam one of Barn2Door's very own Software Development Managers. Listen as he shares how he came to join the team and and how he was able to grow with Barn2Door. | |||
| Keeping Farmers Informed with Hunter McBrayer, Alabama Farmers Federation | 20 Aug 2021 | 00:20:49 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Hunter McBrayer, Director of the Alabama Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association, joins us to share the mission and values of ALFA and how their work helps Farmers make an impact - agriculturally and scientifically. | |||
| DIRECT 2021: Behind the Scenes | 13 Aug 2021 | 00:14:41 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast we'll be giving you a behind the scenes look on the Direct conference from the team that put it together. | |||
| Education in Agriculture is Backwards with Karoline Rose, Founder of Cattleman U | 06 Aug 2021 | 00:35:42 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Karoline Rose shares how she founded Cattleman U and why it has become their mission to supply all farmers and ranchers with the tools to make well informed business decisions. | |||
| How to Simplify your Farms Accounting with Jacint Tumacder, Intuit QuickBooks | 19 Jul 2021 | 00:24:19 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Jacint Tumacder with Intuit QuickBooks. Serving over 15,000 small businesses during his 30+ years at Intuit, Jacint shares how using a robust accounting solution can help Farmers efficiently grow and manage their businesses. | |||
| Farm Innovator Series: Tom's Tactics to Doubling Sales | 15 Jul 2021 | 00:33:41 | |
Barn2Door has partnered with ACRES USA to produce the Farm Innovator Series. In this first episode Zoe one of Barn2Door's very own Sales Managers Interviewed Tom Bennett of Bennett Farms in Michigan. | |||
| How To Avoid a Sales Tax Audit on Your Farm Business with Matt Hammond, Avalara | 09 Jul 2021 | 00:26:00 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Matt Hammond, National Sales Manager at Avalara. Listen and learn as Matt shares how Avalara's tools can simplify and streamline your Farms' business taxes. | |||
| The Benefits of Being Financially Nimble with Matt Jacocks, Intuit QuickBooks | 02 Jul 2021 | 00:38:59 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Matt Jacocks of Intuit QuickBooks. Listen as Matt shares the importance of cash flow and how it can impact the decisions you make for your business. | |||
| From Homestead to a Growing Farm Business | 05 Apr 2024 | 00:51:36 | |
In this week's episode, Janelle talks with Rachel Shenk of Shenk Family Farm. Shenk Family Farm in North Carolina began their protein operation in 2016, turning it into a business the next year. With the help of automated software, successful marketing efforts and convenient, local fulfillments, the Farm has scaled to a 6-figure operation. To find more Farm resources, check out: https://www.barn2door.com/resources | |||
| Employee Spotlight: Miranda, Success Manager | 25 Jun 2021 | 00:06:11 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Miranda one of Barn2Door's very own Success Managers. Listen as she shares how she came to join the team and and how she was able to grow within Barn2Door. Show Notes: | |||
| Putting the Culture in Agriculture with Kelsey Ducheneaux-Scott of DX Beef | 18 Jun 2021 | 00:35:35 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Kelsey Ducheneaux-Scott of DX Beef. Listen as Kelsey shares the importance of regenerative agriculture and how she's been able to double production, again. | |||
| Promoting the Future of Farming through Humble Exchanges with Russ Conser from Grassfed Exchange | 14 Jun 2021 | 00:43:10 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Russ Conser from Grassfed Exchange. Listen as Russ shares how he got involved with the Grassfed Exchange and how its members are currently having exchanges and learning to improve their farms. | |||
| How to Build Relationships with your Customers with Valerie from Grass Fed Cattle Co | 04 Jun 2021 | 00:29:11 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Valerie Luhman with Grassfed Cattle Company. Listen as Valarie shares how her experience in Agriculture and marketing shape their strategy on communicating with their customers to build strong relationships within their community. | |||
| The Importance of Diversifying Your Products and Markets with Karen McSwain of CFSA | 28 May 2021 | 00:19:04 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Karen McSwain, Associate Executive Director of the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA). Listen as Karen shares the story behind CFSA, why their members pivoted to selling direct, and how their FarmShare program was developed. | |||
| Leveraging Government Engagement to Build Resiliency in the Food System with Judith McGeary of FARFA | 21 May 2021 | 00:30:04 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Judith McGeary, the Executive Director of the Farm & Ranch Freedom Alliance. Judith shares how FARFA was founded, their mission to help break existing farming barriers, and highlights current food entrepreneurs in the industry. | |||
| Bringing Back Old McDonald's Farm and Selling Direct with Old Rich Valley Farm | 21 May 2021 | 00:28:26 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Amy and Will Campbell from Old Rich Valley Farm. Listen to Will and Amy share their experience transitioning from producing and selling on the commodity market over to selling direct to consumer. | |||
| Employee Spotlight: Richard, Sales Account Executive | 14 May 2021 | 00:08:38 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Richard one of Barn2Door's very own Sales Account Executives. Listen as he shares how he came to join the team and what drives him to continue to support our Farmers. | |||
| Overcoming Paralysis with Analysis. Growing Your Farm Business with Jessica Evans from Evans Family Farm | 13 May 2021 | 00:30:01 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Jessica Evans with Evans Family Farm. Listen as Jessica shares her experience after 1 year with Barn2Door, discussing key insights on implementing subscriptions and delivery to secure recurring revenue year-round. | |||
| How Route Optimization Can Help Save Time on Delivery, Promote Sustainability, and Increase Profits with Emma Cimolini from Routific | 08 May 2021 | 00:23:12 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Emma Cimolini, Director of Marketing at Routific. Listen as Emma shares Routific's mission and how Route Optimization solves the many problems associated with scaling a delivery service. | |||
| Exclusive Content: Planting for Profit | 29 Mar 2024 | 00:19:37 | |
Price your Produce for consistent revenue that secures a healthy Profit. In this week’s episode, listen to the Audible version or our newest eBook - Planting for Profit. Download the eBook: https://www.barn2door.com/e-books/planting-for-profit For more resources, including eBooks, visit https://www.barn2door.com/resources | |||
| Planning for the Unexpected & Raising Money for your Farm Business with Tera Johnson | 30 Apr 2021 | 00:39:33 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Tera Johnson, the founder of the Food Finance Institute (FFI). Tera shares the history behind FFI and how the institute works with sustainable food and farming businesses. | |||
| To Serve and Connect, By Selling Direct. Josie Rozum with Dan and Debbie's Creamery | 21 Apr 2021 | 00:23:20 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Josie Rozum, Director of Operations at Dan and Debbie's Creamery. Listen as Josie shares the history behind Dan and Debbie's creamery and how offering a direct to consumer channel has help them increase their sales along with owning their brand's relationship to their customers. | |||
| Keeping up with Demand by Doubling Sales (Again) with Tom Bennett | 09 Apr 2021 | 00:23:35 | |
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Tom Bennett, owner of Bennett Farms. Listen as Tom shares the performance of his poultry and pork operation as demand keeps soaring as well as offering price insights for Farms just starting out. | |||