The Independent Farmer Podcast

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we sit down with Barn2Door Farm Account Manager, Josh to talk all things Meta Business Suite. The Meta Business Suite is a free social media management tool for Facebook and Instagram where users can do everything from creating and scheduling posts to analyzing engagement and growth on each platform. Josh shares his tried-and-true tips and tricks for Far...

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Bennett of Bennett Farms (MI) to discuss the importance of driving profits to build a sustainable business model. Tom shares why Farm profitability should be the main focus of Farmers looking to scale operations.  This is the second episode in a two-part conversation with Tom. Bennett Farms is a pastured-poultry Farm located in Edwardsburg, MI. Tom serves...

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Bennett of Bennett Farms (MI) to discuss the importance of driving profits to build a sustainable business model. Tom shares why Farm profitability should be the main focus of Farmers looking to scale operations. This is the first episode in a two-part conversation with Tom. Bennett Farms is a pastured-poultry Farm located in Edwardsburg, MI. Tom serves thousa...

In this episode, we sit down with Barn2Door Farm Account Manager, Richard, to learn how Farmers can access more customers and benefit from increased local visibility with a Google My Business profile. Google My Business (GMB) is a free tool to enable small businesses to become more discoverable in local search results on Google. With a GMB profile, Farms create a listing for their business, which,...

On this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we sit down with Brooke Smith from Freight Farms. Freight Farms empowers individuals to start farming anywhere with their hydroponic shipping containers. Brooke shares the history behind Freight Farms and how individuals from all over the world use containers to grow produce for their local communities, year-round. www.freightfarms.com/   barn2door....

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we sit down with Jessica Evans of Evans Family Farm from North Carolina. As one of Barn2Door Farm Advisors, Jessica shares her tips for pricing and packaging, why Farmers shouldn't be afraid to charge a premium for their products, and why financial health is key to a successful Farm business. www.barn2door.com/resources www.evansfamilyfarm.com

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we chat with a member of the Barn2Door Farm Account Management team, Kevin, about the Barn2Door Connect program. Learn how Connect fosters 1:1 conversations and discussions between Farmers and members of the Farm Advisory Network. Learn more about the Barn2Door Connect program and register for weekly sessions: www.barn2door.com/connect

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, David from Hopkins Farms returns to discuss Bundle Boxes, Subscriptions, optimizing Delivery, and how to be more efficient with packaging products. Hopkins Farm is a 220-year-strong generational Farm located in Cairo, Georgia, that grows 40+ varieties of fruits and vegetables, providing local Farm-to-Table food delivered directly to customer's doorsteps....

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we sit down with ADK Action, a non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of the residents of the Adirondacks in Northern New York. Through various projects, including their Fair Food Program, ADK Action works to revitalize communities, promote artists, and improve quality of life by connecting families to local Farmers throughout the Adiro...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we talk with Laci Tagge of Tagge's Famous Fruit & Veggie Farms from Perry, Utah. We discuss CSA Subscriptions, the importance of product add-ons, and prioritizing CSA members to drive sales and build a loyal customer base. Tagge's is a family Farm growing fruit and vegetables in Perry, Utah. Through their wildly popular CSA, Tagge's has become a stap...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we unveil and discuss the newest feature at Barn2Door, Point-of-Sale (POS). Hear from the CEO & Founder of Barn2Door, Janelle Maiocco, as well as Product Manager Anthony, and UX/UI Designer Jeremy, as they share how Barn2Door POS will help Farmers increase sales by being able to take any order anywhere, anytime, in-person or online. www.barn2door.com...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we chat with Valarie & Jared Luhman of Grass Fed Cattle Company about the the benefits of selling direct market and the profits gained from transitioning away from selling at sales barns. Grass Fed Cattle Company is a grass fed Protein Farm located in Goodhue, MN that provides their neighboring communities with high-quality, honest, affordable, and d...

Welcome to the eighth 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 discuss the three processing options for Farmers: USDA Certified, State Processors, and Custom Processing Faciliti...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we sit down with  Dan Kent, Director and Co-Founder of Salmon Safe, and Micheal Devany, owner of Lightning River Ranch. Listen as we discuss how Salmon Safe works with Farms and businesses in the Pacific Northwest to ensure sustainable land management practices for salmon and other fish to thrive in the Pacific Northwest watersheds and beyond. Salmo...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Joe Schirmer of Dirty Girl Produce returns to talk about Farm sales and the key benefits that direct-to-consumer and wholesale channels have impacted his Farm business. Dirty Girl Produce is a 40-acre Certified Organic family Farm located in Santa Cruz County, CA. They specialize in growing over 20+ varieties of fruits and vegetables and sell to both ret...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Alex Russell of Chucktown Acres shares his knowledge and experience as a direct-to-market Farm business owner in a webinar hosted by the Rodale Institute. Chucktown Acres is a regenerative Farm located near Charleston, SC that aims to produce an high quality food and educate their customers on the importance of sustainable agricultural practices. The Rod...

Welcome to the seventh 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 the legalities of CSAs, herd share subscriptions, and meeting local requirements and regulations involve...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we sit down with Kevin Baum, the CEO and Founder of AgriWebb. AgriWebb is a livestock management app that helps Farmers and Ranchers uncover insights, map  Farm property, and drive profits while enhancing sustainability and streamlining operations. Listen as Barn2Door COO James Maiocco and Kevin discuss how Ranchers can use data to make informed bus...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we discuss full-time home delivery, local producer partnerships, and the importance of good customer relationships with Grant Sheeder of Sheeder Cloverleaf Dairy (IA). Sheeder Cloverleaf Dairy is formerly a grass-based, family owned dairy operation located in Guthrie Center, IA that now currently specializes in full-time home delivery services and partne...

We're celebrating 100 Direct Farm Podcast Episodes! We sit down with the Barn2Door Farm Account Management team to revisit their favorite Direct Farm Podcast episodes and the tactics that successful Farms shared to increase sales and save time & money. FAM Favorite Podcasts: Favorite FAN Feature: Old Rich Valley Farm How To Secure Sales Before the Busy Season The Farming Student Has Become the...

In a webinar in partnership AgriWebb, Barn2Door and Friesla teamed up to share how Farmers and Ranchers can own their supply chain, take control of operations, and successfully sell direct. Learn about the opportunities that exist for Ranchers to sell their products direct-to-market and how AgriWebb, Freisla, and Barn2Door can help take your business to the next level. Learn more about AgriWebb an...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we discuss the process of starting a Farm from the ground up with Liz Mason of Honey Bee Hills Farm and Tom Bennett of Bennett Farms. Both first-generation Farmers, Liz, and Tom, share their stories and experiences about how they built their Farms into the successful businesses that they are today. honeybeehillsfarm.com bennettfarmsmichigan.com barn2door...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we discuss the Barn2Door Academy Pass with the Barn2Door Content Marketing Manager, Rachele. The Barn2Door Academy Pass unlocks an in-depth series of virtual classes providing tactical guidance and best practices for Farmers using Barn2Door. Topics include refining your brand, developing content, crafting a social media strategy, driving sales with email...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Mel Dickinson of Unconventional Acres returns to discuss her Farm's social media strategy and the steps her Farm took to grow from 0 to 60,000 followers on Instagram. Unconventional Acres is a pasture based Farm located in Arena, WI that focuses on regenerative and rotational grazing practices that improves animal and land health. unconventionalacres.com...

In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we unveil and discuss the newest addition to the Barn2Door web store, Ongoing Subscriptions! Hear from the Founder and CEO of Barn2Door, Janelle Maiocco, and Software Engineer Developer Allison Merth on how Ongoing Subscriptions will help Farmers save time, offer buyers convenience, and generate more sales for their businesses. www.barn2door.com/resource...