The Independent Farmer Podcast

<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><em>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.</em></p><p>For more information about the Independent Farmer Podcast, visit <a href="https://www.directfarmpodcast.com/">https://www.barn2door.com/independent-farmer-podcast</a></p>

How to Make Friends & More Money Selling Local Food

Rally with your Farm Friends to Sell More, Make More and replace Bad Food & Big Ag. Learn how Josie form Dan & Debbie's Creamery partners with other Local Farmers to Replace the Grocery Cart for a Win-Win!

09-19
35:21

How to Minimize Effort and Maximize Profit every Delivery Day

Why not save time while making more money? Learn how Lois of Yoder-Way Farm built recurring revenue for her Farm, with $50 weekly Farm food boxes while also consolidating delivery days and locations. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources

09-12
30:18

Why Farmers Should Avoid AI Logos

In this week's episode, James and Alyssa discuss the rise in Farmers using AI logos for their business, and the potential negative impact it can have on their brand. Hear how designers build out unique logos to help Independent Farmers stand out. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources

08-28
19:52

Expanding your Farm Product with Value-Add Items

In this week's episode, Ryan speaks with Joe of Dirty Girl Produce (CA) to break down how to expand your product to increase sales. Joe created canned items, preserves and juices to use harder-to-sell items, and stock his store with exclusive products. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources

08-22
40:32

Growing a Successful Microgreens Business

In this week's episode, Kevin speaks with Shauna of Mom's Micro Garden (and Sasquatch Family Farms, WA). Shauna discussing how she started her microgreens business, how to attract Buyers and the value of building local partnerships. Hear her advice for new Farmers and goals for scaling her business! For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources

08-08
29:50

Building Farm Partnerships in your Community's Local Loop

In this week's episode, Kevin and Cory of Barn2Door's Success Team discuss how Farms have built successful partnerships with other local businesses in their community. By identifying ideal partners and uncovering their Buyers' local loop, Farms have created convenient ways to expand their product reach. For more Farm resources, visit: Barn2Door.com/Resources

07-18
28:45

Establishing a Wholesale Customer List for your Farm

In this week's episode, Joe of Dirty Girl Produce (CA) shares his experience in building a base of Wholesale Buyers in his community. Learn best practices for attracting and retaining Wholesale Buyers, and picking which customers are right for your Farm. For more Farm resources, visit: Barn2Door.com/Resources

07-03
54:08

Many Tactics for Selling Pastured Poultry for Profit

In this week's episode, Phil from Hopewell Farms (GA) shares how he has scaled his poultry operation from scratch to a profitable business. Hear how he thinks about costs, builds in recurring revenue and successfully prices & packages his birds. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources

06-20
45:33

Government Overreach in Independent Farm Operations

In this week's episode, Barn2Door and Peter of Bartlett Farms (ND), discuss various instances the government regulations have impacted independent Farm sales, and examples of how Farms can take control of their operations. See how Peter has expanded access to his raw milk and beef. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources

06-13
40:38

Selling Half and Whole Hogs from the Farm

In this week's episode, Janelle talks to Erica of Benoit Family Farmstead (MO) to discuss selling pork to her community. From cuts to bulk orders, she uncovers how she manages her inventory, builds FOMO for her products and keeps her fulfillments streamlined. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources [https://barn2door.com/resources]

05-30
43:05

Why Barn2Door? Software for Farmers

In this week's episode, Alex of Chucktown Acres interviews Janelle, CEO and Founder of Barn2Door, to discuss the history, mission and future of the business. Built to put the power back into Independent Farmers' hands, learn how Barn2Door has expanded its software and services tailored specifically for Farm operations. For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources

05-16
01:06:03

How to Build a Loyal Base of Local Customers for your Farm

Ryan Grace, an Account Manager at Barn2Door, shares the who, what, when, where, why and how of building a Loyal Base of Local Customers for your Farm. Learn the best practices for identifying Buyers in your community, maintaining consistent communications and leading them to make a purchase. For more Farm resources, visit: Barn2Door.com/Resources

05-02
36:42

The Hurdles of Farm Growth

Tom of Bennett Farms (MI) shares the challenges tackled (and overcome!) as he doubled his Farm sales… then doubled again in just 4 years. In this latest episode, hear Tom's advice for Scaling your Farm Business. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources

04-25
43:06

*POPULAR* Grassroots Marketing Academy for Farmers

In this week's episode, Alex of Chucktown Acres (SC) and host of Barn2Door's Grassroots Marketing Academy, talks about the priority and lessons of each session, ideal outcomes, and what he has learned as a teacher. See why this class --- helping Farmers tap into local Buyer demand to increase sales --- is always full with a long wait list! For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources

04-18
51:43

Farmer Spotlight: Sasquatch Family Farms

What happens when you have 2 Independent Farmers --- one from each coast --- talk shop? In this week's episode, Alex of Chucktown Acres (SC) chats w/ Shauna of Sasquatch Family Farms (WA) about growing a business from scratch, community support in clutch moments, and why and how Farmers can attract local Buyers to ensure ongoing sales. For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources

04-11
01:10:04

Busting Farm Marketing Myths

In this week's episode, Janelle (Barn2Door CEO) and Cory (Farmer Success Team) discuss marketing myths (misconceptions) that can negatively impact Farmers' sales outcomes. If you are an Independent Farmer selling direct --- this is a must listen, to avoid and/or overcome marketing pitfalls! And discover GREAT tips for Farmers on successful marketing for successful, recurring sales. For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources

04-04
56:02

Attracting Local Buyers to your Online Farm Store

In this week's episode, Ryan from the Barn2Door Success Team (who talks all day everyday with Independent Farmers!) discusses tips for Farmers' online store(s). Hear what he recommends for Farmers selling direct into their local communities. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources [https://barn2door.com/resources]

04-02
29:20

How to Sell Out of Chicken Subscriptions

In this week's episode, Janelle and Erica of Benoit Family Farmstead (MO) discuss how to successfully sell out of Summer Chicken Subscriptions. Erica shares her tips for building FOMO around Subscription sign ups, marketing to local Buyers and packaging meat to move her inventory.  For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources

03-28
33:35

Farmer Spotlight: Hopewell Farms

In this week's episode, Janelle meets with Phil of Hopewell Farms to discuss becoming a Farmer, marketing to local Buyers and making healthy food convenient. Phil shares his best practices for reaching Buyers in his community and making a plan for his sales. For more Farm resources, visit: Barn2Door.com/Resources

03-14
43:06

Direct to Consumer Strategies for Selling Whole Cows

In this week's episode, Janelle meets with Will of Old Rich Valley (VA) to discuss how their Farm successfully moves a whole cow through their Farm store. Through Herd Shares, Bundle Boxes, cuts and Value-Added items, the Farm has learned best practices for selling a whole animal. Focus on nomenclature, convenient fulfillments and an easy ordering system. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources [https://barn2door.com/resources?__hstc=21858660.1eb11a46ed8954061bea3d7f950b6ed7.1738104779764.1739567435949.1739981219388.16&__hssc=21858660.4.1739981219388&__hsfp=62968334]

02-19
44:36

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