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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Insights for vegetable farmers and market gardeners who earn, or want to earn, a living growing vegetables profitably. In each episode, I talk with a beginning or experienced farmer, diving deep into their story to find out what makes their market farm successful. I focus on in-the-field farming. Soil preparation, weed management, post-harvest processing, appropriate technology, farm tools and equipment, and growing crops. Hosted and produced by Diego Footer's Modern Grower Podcast Network.
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Gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes. Each fortnight, join Jackie, a Shoalhaven-based duck enthusiast, and Laura, Canberran chicken lover, as they share their friendship, guest interviews, and the freshest updates from their small farms (suburban Australian backyards). If you have a green thumb, are troubleshooting your coop layout, or are dreaming of a bountiful backyard harvest then this is the podcast for you. Find us on Instagram @fowlplaypod
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From soil health to mental health we are discussing the need for A BIG SHIFT in #faming and #agricultural systems. Each episode brings together insights from #farmers, scientists and industry to share and grow knowledge about holistic and regenerative farming practices. Produced by the @growloveproject with NSW Local Land Services, through funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program. We acknowledge the First People of this land throughout Australia and recognise their ...
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In this episode, veteran microgreens grower Chris Thoreau talks about focusing on one microgreen crop at a time especially if you're just starting out. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily …
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Cucumber Terminologies & Common Misconceptions - Gardening Beyond Basics E01
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In this new series, we invite experts in the field of agriculture—plant breeders, soil specialists, seed specialists, flower experts, you name it!—and take a deep dive into specific topics related to their area of expertise. Starting off the first episode, we have Jay Tracy of CucumberShop.com to shed light on cucumber terminologies and de-mystify …
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Don't Start a Business if You Have Debt
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In this episode, content creator and entrepreneur Diego Footer talks about why you should not start a business when you have debt. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgree…
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In this episode, farmer Yosef Camire talks about how they're able to sell more product by offering bundle deals. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast Carrot …
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Challenges of Growing Root Crops at Scale
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In this episode, farm manager Noah Poulos talks about the challenges of growing different storage crops at scale. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast Carrot…
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Growing Pains and Gains: An Honest Look at the Realities of Running a Farm Business - The Profitable Mini-Farm E26
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In this episode, farmer Jodi Roebuck takes us through his very circuitous journey into farming. He shares how farming has been like for him as he navigated through economic downturns, the importance of adaptability in the face of challenges, and the importance of hard work, persistence, and focusing on the positives in the face of adversity. Learn …
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In this episode, grower and baker Bruce Young shares the importance of keeping an open eye when watching out for your potential niche in the market. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The…
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In this episode, farmer Will Conway shares their CSA Model that works well for them and their customer base. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast Carrot Cash…
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In this episode, educator and consultant Ellen Polishuk talks about how no-till isn't a one-size-fits-all solution for all farming contexts. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing…
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From Dream to Reality: Navigating the Challenges of Starting a Profitable Farm Business - Farm Startup - Episode 36
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In this raw and honest episode, rookie farmer Alec Smith shares the invaluable lessons he learned during his first year running Crop Culture Farm. Aspiring agricultural entrepreneurs will gain insights into the challenges, triumphs, and surprising realities of starting a profitable farm business from scratch. Alec dives deep into the financial real…
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In this episode, farming couple Tom & Marcy Bradley share how they're selling retail at their farmer's market complementary to wholesale to Market Wagon. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Dail…
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In this episode, farmer Jeamette Lock talks about how their CSA offerings tie into an on-farm project and how their community came through with their support. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart…
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Keeping Customers Sticky by Offering More Variety
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In this episode, farmer Trey Johnson shares how they keep their customer base sticky by offering more variety. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast Carrot Ca…
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Connecting with Customers and Producers on Social Media
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In this episode, farming couple Dan & Hilary Papuchis talk about how social media can help small farms connect directly with their customers. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growin…
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ECommerce in the Small Farm Landscape
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In this episode, Local Line founder & CEO Cole Jones describes the online selling landscape looks like for small farmers. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcas…
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Sending Text Message Reminders for Online Orders
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In this episode, second-generation farmer and systems consultant Robert Arnold talks about why it's worth considering to send weekly reminders to your online customers. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, …
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From Breaking Ground to Breaking Even: A Candid Look at Year One on the Farm - Farm Startup - Episode 35
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In this episode, host Diego talks to farmer Alec as he reflects on his first year running Crop Culture Farm, with emphasis on dedicating ample time for farm buildout and infrastructure before diving into full-scale production. They also talk about the value of experimentation, staying true to oneself, and not taking things too seriously when entrep…
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The Community as a Core Customer Base
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In this episode, farmer Lesley Dennis shares how their local community turned into their core customer base. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast Carrot Cash…
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Stepping out of the CBD Commodity Market & Carving Out a Niche
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In this episode, dairy-turned-hemp farmer Sam Bellavance shares how they were able to stand out from the CBD commodity market by carving out their own niche. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart …
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Don't Overlook the Power of Email Marketing
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In this episode, marketing specialist John Reinwald doubles down on the power of having your own email list to reach directly to your customer base. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The…
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Diversity and Consistency: Keys to Selling Well at the Farmer's Market
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In this episode, farmer Hermann Bruns shares the keys that allowed him to sell well at their local farmer's market. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast Carr…
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Inventory Management with Online Selling
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In this episode, farming couple Jesse Way & Megan Brandenburg share how they manage their inventory pre-selling to customers online. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgr…
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Cucumbers and Cashflow: Optimizing High Tunnel Production for Profit - The Profitable Mini-Farm E25
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In this episode, farmer Jodi and host Diego talk about greenhouse efficiency. Farmer Jodi shares his transition from growing in the field to growing in a greenhouse, the benefits of growing in a greenhouse, how he maximizes space, the thought process behind choosing which crops to grow, and irrigation and trellising, to name a few. Hopefully, these…
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Why Aren't There a Lot of Local Food Shops
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In this episode, farmer and entrepreneur Bill Brinkerhoff breaks down some of the reasons why there aren't more of hyper-local groceries within communities. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart D…
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The Farmer's Market as a Catch-All for the Online Store
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In this episode, farming couple Carrie and Joe Chlebanowski share how they leverage their farmer's market as a sales outlet for their week's excess produce. Get time and labor-saving farm tools and microgreen seeds at shop.modern grower.co Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network: Farm Small, Farm Smart Farm Small, Farm Smart D…
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