The Independent Farmer Podcast
Business & Economics Podcasts
The go-to Podcast for do-it-yourself Independent Farmers who are taking control of their own business, skipping the middleman, building their own brand, and selling direct to local Buyers.
Guest speakers frequently include successful Farmers who grow and harvest proteins, produce, dairy, and more! Discussions are focused on the business side of Farming. If you farm and it is your livelihood, then building a viable business matters.
The Independent Farmer Podcast is hosted by Barn2Door. We offer software, support and resources to enable Farmers to sell direct - online and in-person - to consumers and wholesale Buyers.
For more information about the Independent Farmer Podcast, visit https://www.barn2door.com/independent-farmer-podcast
Location:
United States
Description:
The go-to Podcast for do-it-yourself Independent Farmers who are taking control of their own business, skipping the middleman, building their own brand, and selling direct to local Buyers. Guest speakers frequently include successful Farmers who grow and harvest proteins, produce, dairy, and more! Discussions are focused on the business side of Farming. If you farm and it is your livelihood, then building a viable business matters. The Independent Farmer Podcast is hosted by Barn2Door. We offer software, support and resources to enable Farmers to sell direct - online and in-person - to consumers and wholesale Buyers. For more information about the Independent Farmer Podcast, visit https://www.barn2door.com/independent-farmer-podcast
Language:
English
Website:
http://directfarmpodcast.com/
Email:
nolan@barn2door.com
Episodes
Balancing Farm and Family
11/8/2024
In this week's episode, James talks with Valerie from Grass Fed Cattle Co. (MN). Valerie and her husband, Jared, raise their children on their Farm, and have learned to balance Family time with work. Hear Valerie's best practices for finding this balance while serving her local community.
For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:24:17
Farmer Spotlight: Yoder-Way Farm
10/25/2024
In this week's episode, Janelle and Lois of Yoder-Way Farm discuss the transition from commercial dairy to direct beef sales. Lois explains how she builds her community through marketing on social media and through newsletters, as well as securing recurring revenue.
For more Farm resources: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:36:12
Seamless Farm Sales with Combined Inventory
10/21/2024
In this week's episode, James and Anthony discuss Barn2Door's most recent feature (set to release in the coming weeks): Combined Inventory. Your Farm store will have the ability to offer a single item --- regardless of price(s), unit size(s) and / or price sheet (retail, private or wholesale).
Learn more: https://www.barn2door.com/blog-all/combined-inventory
Find more Farm resources: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:29:19
Farm Storefront Best Practices
10/18/2024
In this week's episode, James speaks with Kevin about best practices for a Farm's online store. From an easy-to-shop inventory and convenient fulfillment schedules. Learn how software built for Farmers can make your store streamlined and profitable.
For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:27:24
Farm Storefront Best Practices
10/18/2024
In this week's episode, James speaks with Kevin about best practices for a Farm's online store. From an easy-to-shop inventory and convenient fulfillment schedules. Learn how software built for Farmers can make your store streamlined and profitable.
Find more Farm resources: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:33:17
Exclusive Content: Biggest Farm Mistakes
9/6/2024
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
Duration:00:27:48
Farm Finance Reporting with Taylor Bridges
8/30/2024
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
Duration:00:21:09
Farmers Market Best Practices with Bennett Farms
8/16/2024
In this week's episode, James sits down with Tom of Bennett Farms (MI) to discuss Farmers market best practices. From choosing the right Market to how much product to bring, Tom now successfully serves 20+ Markets.
Find moreFarm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:45:47
Simplify your Farm's Delivery Day
7/12/2024
In this week's episode, Janelle speaks with Laci of Tagge’s Famous Fruit and Veggie Farms in Utah about their Farm’s delivery day. The Farm serves over 1,000+ CSA members, and uses software to simplify and save time fulfilling orders.
For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:43:27
Increase your Farm's Average Order Value
7/5/2024
In this week's episode, James speaks with Peter of Bartlett Farms (ND) about how he increased his average order value by educating Buyers, selling sustainable products and offering a convenient option to shop.
For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:46:17
Simplify Wholesale & Retail Orders
6/27/2024
In 2020, Joe made the switch to Barn2Door’s software built for Farmers. Instead of using analog records or a horizontal ecommerce solution (formerly Shopify), he moved the business to an order management solution, designed to support Retail (consumer) and Wholesale (restaurant) buyers. While Joe has seen other Farms constrained by commodity prices, he has maintained premium prices for his products by selling Direct-to-Market.
Find more Farm resources here: barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:49:18
Farmer Spotlight: Veteran's Liberty Ranch
6/14/2024
On today's episode, Janelle talks with Julie and Michelle of Veteran's Liberty Ranch in Texas. They discuss how the Ranch came to be, their tips for maintaining a recognizable brand presence and their goals to take over Texas and hit $1 Million in Sales.
Learn more about Julie and Michelle: https://www.barn2door.com/fan/veterans-liberty-ranch
Find more Farm resources: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:54:37
Exclusive Content: Farmers' Market Day? Double your Sales
6/4/2024
Farmers’ markets can boost visibility in your local community, but they are not necessarily a catch-all. Today, 99% of Americans don’t regularly attend farmers’ markets. The lives of Americans are busy, and many buyers choose to opt for the most convenient option. That’s why the markets aren’t just about selling products but attracting and engaging new customers to make regularly purchasing from your Farm the more convenient option.
This audiobook outlines the tactics to double your sales on market day. By diversifying your market approach, you’ll find new avenues to increase your sales and improve buyer loyalty.
For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Read the eBook: https://www.barn2door.com/e-books/farmers-market-day-double-your-sales
Duration:00:14:22
Farmer Spotlight: Benoit Family Farmstead
5/31/2024
In 2021, Benoit Family Farmstead made the decision to partner with Barn2Door to expand their reach to access new Buyers with Farm eCommerce and streamline their operations. The Farm has been able to add more products and serve their community, without having to spend extra hours in the office.
As a member of the Barn2Door Farm Advisor Network, Erica Benoit is excited to share her experience and advice for Farms looking to grow direct sales. Learn more about Benoit Family Farmstead: https://www.barn2door.com/fan/benoit-family-farmstead
Find more Farm Resources: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:31:49
$1 Million Farm Tactics
5/20/2024
There is no silver-bullet to supercharge your Farm growth. There are a handful of persistent efforts that have brought success to a number of Farms across the country. From simplified product offerings to consistent marketing, here are $1 million Farm tactics.
Find more Farm resources to spur sales: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Duration:00:32:44
Farm Email Marketing Best Practices
5/3/2024
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
Duration:00:36:34
Exclusive Content: Five Key Tips from CSA Farms Making Six Figures
4/19/2024
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
Duration:00:24:43
How Electronic Ear Tagging Affects Independent Farmers
4/12/2024
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
Duration:00:33:09
From Homestead to a Growing Farm Business
4/5/2024
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
Duration:00:51:36
Exclusive Content: Planting for Profit
3/29/2024
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
Duration:00:19:37