The Modern Grower Podcast Network

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Daily farm and garden talk. All about growing vegetables profitably and efficiently on small farms and in gardens. Each episode focuses on one specific topic - growing practices, how-to, farming challenges and struggles, sales and marketing, soil preparation, weed management, farm startup, market selection, and work-life balance. Hosted and produced by Diego Footer's Modern Grower Podcast Network.

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Episodes

Tweaks to Improve Germination Rates 13.01.2024 4:47

In this episode, farmer Erich Schultz shares some tips on how they improve their germination rates. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: htt...

Shoring Up Farm Income 12.01.2024 5:14

In this episode, podcast host Diego Footer talks about ways to shore up the farm income. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: https://apple....

Pay Attention to Your Farm's Feedback 11.01.2024 3:59

In this episode, teacher-turned-farmer Chad Gard talks about the importance of paying attention to the feedback from your farm to keep the soil and the crops healthy. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW...

Competitive Edge with Timing Your Flowers 10.01.2024 4:35

In this episode, farming couple Benny & Courtney Pino talk about getting a head start on selling flowers with getting the timing on planting right. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming:...

Different Ways of Living 09.01.2024 5:13

In this episode, long-time microgreens grower Chris Thoreau describes many different ways of living. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: ht...

Cutting Off Overburden 07.01.2024 6:23

In this episode, The Lean Farmer Ben Hartman describes some ways to cut off unnecessary tasks to run the farm more efficiently. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2l...

Between Where You Are and Where You Want to Be 06.01.2024 3:59

In this episode, content creator Scott Hebert talks about what to do in the space between where you are and where you want to be. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/...

Where to Sell Your Hemp 05.01.2024 4:26

In this episode, hemp farmer Rand Gifford shares how and where to sell your hemp. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: https://apple.co/2m75...

Breeding Resistance into Plants 04.01.2024 8:08

In this episode, plant scientist Nikolay Georgiev discusses the process of how disease resistance is bred into plants. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Liv...

Doing Something for the Sake of Doing 03.01.2024 4:01

In this episode, grower Laura Patterson talks about pursuing a business for the fulfillment it brings. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: h...

Making Things Work with Fallbacks 02.01.2024 6:01

In this episode, farmer Jason Contreras talks about taking the right steps and planning contingencies to help make things work. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2l...

Letting Go to Grow the Business 01.01.2024 3:52

In this episode, farmer Elliot Seldner talks about delegating tasks to others to free up time to grow the business. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livest...

Growing Into Your Own as a Farmer 31.12.2023 4:58

In this episode, farm Dean Buttacavoli shares his learnings and experiences as he grew into his own as a farmer. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock...

Timing Your Cool Season Flower Planting 30.12.2023 7:29

In this episode, farming couple Benny & Courtney Pino talk about how to get your timing down when planting cool-season flowers. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lC...

Choosing Which Microgreen Varieties to Grow 29.12.2023 4:32

In this episode, grower Alex Bertsch shares how he chooses which varieties of microgreens to grow for his context. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livesto...

Different Predatory Insects for Different Environments 28.12.2023 4:45

In this episode, Sheri Frey of Arbico Organics talks about using different predatory insects for different contexts. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Lives...

You Don't Have to Spend a Lot of Time on Your Farm 27.12.2023 5:29

In this episode, The Lean Farmer Ben Hartman talks about how the farm doesn't have to take up all of your time. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock...

Profitable Winter Crops 26.12.2023 3:54

In this episode, veteran farmer Nicolas Donck shares some of their profitable winter crops. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: https://app...

Burn Out & Time for Yourself 24.12.2023 3:26

In this episode, grower Lily Evans shares her experience of burnout and the importance of setting aside time for herself. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m...

Balancing Farming and Family 23.12.2023 4:27

In this episode, grower Kim Doughty-McCannon shares how she balances managing a farm and caring for her family. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock...

Some Hiring Worries 22.12.2023 5:56

In this episode, farmer Jordan MacPhee addresses some worries business owners might have around hiring. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming:...

Simplifying with a 6" Paperpot System 21.12.2023 8:13

In this episode, farmer Erich Schultz explains how they shifted their growing techniques to accommodate the 6" Paperpot System. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2l...

Opening Finance Conversations 20.12.2023 6:49

In this episode, podcast host Diego Footer opens the conversation about finances--both for the business and personal. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Live...

Winter Microgreens 19.12.2023 5:14

In this episode, The Urban Farmer Curtis Stone talks about the benefits of growing microgreens in the winter. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Fa...

How Far Can Genetics Go 18.12.2023 3:30

In this episode, plant scientist Nikolay Georgiev discusses how far genetics can go when it comes to protecting crops. Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Small Farm Equipment at https://www.paperpot.co/ Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Diego Footer: Microgreens: https://apple.co/2m1QXmW Vegetable Farming: https://apple.co/2lCuv3m Liv...