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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

Choosing Crops Based on Pricing 16.09.2022 6:41

In this episode, Buddha Browett shares how their crop choices depend on how much they can price them at. 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:...

Some Tips to Secure Chef Clients 15.09.2022 4:04

In this episode, AJ Zaycheck shares some tips that helped him secure his chef clients . 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.c...

A BCS's Place on a No-Till Farm 14.09.2022 4:00

In this episode, Jodi Roebuck talks about how a heavy piece of equipment like a BCS will fit into e no-till farm . 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...

On Having Crop Variety 13.09.2022 5:49

In this episode, Mark Chapman talks about finding the middle ground between having a good number of crop varieties and fitting those crop varieties into his growing operation . 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....

Growing Vegetables Vs. Growing Medicinal Herbs 12.09.2022 4:04

In this episode, grower and herbalist Lindsay Napolitano talks about the differences between growing vegetables and growing medicinal herbs . 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...

Adding Cut Flowers to Your Farm 11.09.2022 9:02

In this episode, growers Benny and Courtney Pino talk about how and why you should consider adding cut flowers to your farm . 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/2lCu...

Managing CSA and Software 10.09.2022 9:27

In this episode, Max Becher shares how they manage their CSA operations using helpful software . 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:...

Consistency is Both a Strength & a Weakness 09.09.2022 1:59

In this episode, Chris Thoreau talks about how consistently providing high-quality product is a double-edged sword . 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...

Increasing Product and Farm Visibility 08.09.2022 7:21

In this episode, Bob Close talks about the importance of making your farm and your products more visible to your target consumers . 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.c...

The Challenges of Starting & Scaling a Microgreens Business 07.09.2022 3:20

In this episode, Vincent Cuneo talks about the challenges he and his business partner faced when they started and began to scale their microgreens 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 Vegetabl...

Going About Servicing Restaurants 06.09.2022 5:35

In this episode, Buddha Browett shares their experience at Los Perros Farm serving their restaurant clients . 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...

Consider Growing Cukes Umbrella Style (Growing for Market Monday) 05.09.2022 5:10

Consider growing cukes umbrella style by Andrew Mefferd. Read the article: https://growingformarket.com/articles/considergrowingcukesumbrellastyle Learn more about Growing for Market: https://growingformarket.com/ Follow Growing for Market: https://www.instagram.com/growingformarketmagazine

Cutting Overhead Living Costs 04.09.2022 5:15

In this episode, AJ Zaycheck shares how they cut overhead living costs to make the first seasons of farming 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/2lCuv3m Livesto...

How Grow BioIntensive Performs in Different Climates 03.09.2022 3:31

In this episode, Farmer Jodi Roebuck talks about how the Grow BioIntensive Method easily adapts across different climates . 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/2lCuv3...

A Humble Start 02.09.2022 7:43

In this episode, Max Becher his humble beginnings in the early days of his farming career . 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...

Making Peace with Patience and Time 01.09.2022 4:18

In this episode, Michael Bell talks about how he made peace with farming within his context in life. 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...

Why You Should Stack Your Microgreen Trays 31.08.2022 4:55

In this episode, longtime microgreens grower Chris Thoreau explains the importance of stacking your microgreens trays . 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 Li...

Combined Income Sources and Market Streams 30.08.2022 6:38

In this episode, Bob Close talks about the benefits of having multiple market streams and income sources when you're just starting to farm . 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:...

Sunflower, Seeds, and Mitigating Disease 29.08.2022 9:53

In this episode, microgreen growers Chris Thoreau and Vincent Cuneo talk about dealing with the nuances of sunflower shoots and how to mitigate microgreen diseases . 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...

Starting an Urban Farm in Sweden 28.08.2022 6:36

In this episode, Buddha Browett talks about his experience starting the first for-profit urban farm in Sweden . 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...

Tips for Approaching Seed Wholesalers 27.08.2022 2:47

In this episode, Dan Brisebois shares some tips on how to approach seed wholesalers and land a contract . 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 Farmin...

Selling Seconds 26.08.2022 6:53

In this episode, grower Max Becher shares why you should consider selling your (or another farmer's) seconds . 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 F...

The Challenges After Securing Urban Lots 25.08.2022 6:21

In this episode, AJ Zaycheck talks about what comes after securing urban lots to farm on . 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://appl...

Crop Choices for Deep Soils 24.08.2022 4:09

In this episode, Jodi Roebuck shares some crop choices that maximize the benefits of having deep soils . 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...

Selling CSA to a Food Desert 23.08.2022 9:10

In this episode, Yosef Camire shares how they were able to stimulate interest in local food through their CSAs . 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...