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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

Why Farmers are The Same 25.03.2022 5:41

In this episode, Brian Bates talks about how farming is the same as manufacturing, except farmers manufacture out in the field, as featured in FSFS117. 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 Farm...

Climate and Produce 24.03.2022 4:01

In this episode, Sam McClemore shares how he matches their crops to their climate. 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/2m7...

Where's the Money in Farming? 23.03.2022 5:30

In this episode, Joel Salatin talks about how farming is a valid and viable career for the younger generation. 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...

From Romance to Reality 22.03.2022 3:11

In this episode, Travis Schulert talks about what it's like transitioning from the romantic idea of farming to the reality of farming. 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://appl...

Why You Should Consider Doing a Market Based Flex CSA (Growing for Market Monday) 21.03.2022 8:33

Use code is " SMART " to get 30% off any new magazine subscription! I started my farm in 2010, and in 2011 I reluctantly started a CSA program. I'd worked for CSA farms for years and honestly didn't love the model. I've always been a farmers market devotee, and that's where my heart is. But I had customers clamoring for a subscription option, so I decided to go for it. Read the article: https://...

Is All Biochar Created Equal? 20.03.2022 7:10

In this episode, Gloria Flora explains how one batch of biochar can be a lot different from the next. 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 Sales Happen 19.03.2022 3:11

In this episode, Ray Tyler talks about being smart about making sales happen for 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/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: https://app...

Scaling the Work 18.03.2022 4:08

In this episode, Brandon Gordon talks about scaling the work needed to match 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 Livestock Farming: https://apple...

Microgreens are a Lot of Work 17.03.2022 5:13

In this episode, Taylor Rogers dispels the myth that microgreens are an easy-peasy crop. 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....

How Do You Find a Product That is a Fit? 16.03.2022 6:02

In this episode, Jenny Quiner talks about how to decide if a product is a good fit for you and 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/2lCuv3m Livestock Farmin...

Sowing the Seeds of Farming 15.03.2022 3:13

In this episode, Sam McClemore shares how he nurtured the idea of farming before diving into it. 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:...

Farming Doesn't Have to Be Full Time 14.03.2022 1:50

In this episode, Curtis Stone talks about how you don't have to farm full-time if you want 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://apple.co/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: htt...

A Modest Start 13.03.2022 3:25

In this episode, Travis Schulert talks about how his first business idea came 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/2lCuv3m Livestock Farming: https://apple.co/2...

Why We Hate Drip Tape 12.03.2022 2:38

In this episode, Elliot Seldner talks about why they hate drip tape on their farm, as featured in FSFS97. 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...

It Just Takes Time to Build a Customer Base 11.03.2022 3:34

In this episode, Chris Gilbert talks about how building a customer base takes some 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 Farming: https://apple....

Co-Op Benefits 10.03.2022 5:39

In this episode, Brandon Gordon explains the benefits of being in a farmer-owned cooperative. 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://a...

Connect, Sell, and Find Your Niche 09.03.2022 4:52

In this episode, Ray Tyler talks about knowing what your customers need and catering to their needs. 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...

The Business Supports Who We Are 08.03.2022 4:55

In this episode, Blake Cothron shares the importance of having our businesses support the lifestyle that we want. 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...

Set Boundaries for CSA Members (Growing for Market Monday) 07.03.2022 6:55

Use code is " SMART " to get 30% off any new magazine subscription! It's okay to say NO to your CSA members. If you are new to running a CSA, expanding to increase membership, or just trying to improve with every season, this advice is for you. You have my permission to be inflexible when it comes to members' special requests. Read the article: https://growingformarket.com/articles/set-boundaries...

Crop Choices for Customers 06.03.2022 8:14

In this episode, Sam McClemore shares some interesting ways to save labor on the farm, as well as how he chooses his crops for his customers. 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...

Focus on Quality 05.03.2022 6:21

In this episode, JM Fortier shares the importance of focusing and prioritizing quality. 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...

The Segmented Production Systems on Large Farms 04.03.2022 5:51

In this episode, Brian Bates breaks down the segmented production systems of large farms, as featured in FSFS117. 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...

An Approach to No-Till 03.03.2022 2:40

In this episode, Caiti Hatchmeyer shares how she approaches growing crops no-till, as featured in FSFS90 . 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 Farm...

Research and Try Stuff 02.03.2022 3:16

In this episode, Urban Farmer Curtis Stone talks about the importance of both researching and trying out new things. 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...

How I Got Into Farming 01.03.2022 2:43

In this episode, Adam Klaus shares his experience of getting into the world of farming. 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...