Farm Finances Simplified - The New Barn2Door Finance Academy
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we talk finances with Taylor Bridges. Taylor is an accountant, Farmer, and certified Quickbooks ProAdvisor working directly with Farmers to help manage their books. She's also the instructor of Barn2Door's new Finance Academy!
Focusing on FOMs: How Farm Onboarding Managers Set the Foundations for Farm Success
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we get an overview about the Farm onboarding process with Chris, a member of our Barn2Door Farm Onboarding Manager team. We discuss the role Farm Onboarding Managers (FOMs) play in setting up farmers for success and providing them with tools and resources for their future account management.
Finding Fans on Facebook: How Dan & Debbie's Creamery Utilizes Social Media for Their Farm
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we chat with Josie Rozum of Dan & Debbie's Creamery. We dive into the importance of social media and how to utilize platforms like Facebook to better engage with followers.
220 Years Strong: How this Generational Farm Started Selling Direct with Hopkins Farms
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we learn about a rich family history, discuss subscription boxes, and the process of home delivery with David and Candace Hopkins of Hopkins Farms. Hopkins Farms is a generational farm located in Cairo, Georgia that provides a fresh, local Farm to Table food service delivered directly to your doorstep.
Focusing on FAMs: How Farm Account Managers Can Help Your Farm Succeed
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we chat with Richard, a member of our Barn2Door Farm Account Manager team. We discuss the importance of Farm Account Managers (FAMs) and how they work closely with Farmers to increase their sales, access more customers, and save time.
Impacting Packaging and Choice Subscriptions with Little River Farm
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we discuss strategies on labelling, packaging, and subscription services with a member of our Farm Advisor Network: Camille Abdel-Nabi of Little River Farms.
How to Save Hours on Delivery Day with Terra Firma Farm
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we talk with Brie Cassadei from Terra Firma Farm on the steps she took to streamline her delivery program, and get hours of her time back. Brie walks us through her average delivery day and the tools she uses to make it all easier, and make fewer mistakes in the process.
Soilless Systems and Subscriptions with Local Appetite Growers
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we discuss hydroponics and the convenience of subscriptions with Will Mastin, co-owner of Local Appetite Growers. Local Appetite Growers is a hydroponics greenhouse farm located in Baldwin County, Alabama that specializes in the production of gourmet lettuces and leafy greens.
From Shipping Container to Kitchen with B3 Roots
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we get an education from Blake Bennett of B3 Roots about "container farms", hydroponic systems, and creating sustainable agricultural practices with technology. B3 Roots is a hyper-local pesticide free vertical hydroponic shipping container farm in Apex, North Carolina that specializes in sustainable leafy greens and herbs.
Looking at Logos: Let's Discuss the Design Process
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, meet Alyssa and Serena, two members of Barn2Door's design team. They'll break down the logo design process, explain the importance of logos for your farm's brand, and share tips and insight on what makes a logo look great.
The Farming Student Has Become the Master w/ Chucktown Acres
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we discuss career changes, regenerative Farming, and business growth with Alex Russell of Chucktown Acres. Alex started his journey in Farming as an intern at Polyface Farm with absolutely no Farming knowledge, and later went on to start his own Farm.
Trading Pencil and Paper for Seeds and Soil - the Rodale Institute Farm Training Program
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we hear from Justin Barclay, the Farm Education Manager at Rodale Institute. Rodale Institute has been a global leader in organic agriculture for over 70 years. Justin shares the ins and outs of the Rodale Institute Farmer Training Program, or RIFT.
A Chimp, Software, and Farming... Let's Talk Email Marketing
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we sit down with Joelle from Orem Farms to discuss how she went from no email marketing to teaching Barn2Door's Mailchimp Academy. Hear her tips on growing a customer list, engaging your buyers, and not working yourself into the ground in the process.
Farm Legal Series #6: Can't Believe it's Raw Butter - The Legal Battle for Raw Food
Welcome to the sixth episode in Barn2Door's series in partnership with the Farm to Consumer Legal Defense Fund. In this episode, we cover the Campaign for Raw Food, and the concerns that have been raised over regulations on raw butter.
A Farmer's Market(ing) Campaign to Grow Faster Online with Bennett Farms
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Tom Bennett from Bennett Farms shares his tips on using Farmers Markets as a marketing tool to increase your Farm's online sales.
Favorite FAN Feature: Old Rich Valley Farm
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Amy and Will Campbell of Old Rich Valley Farm will share with Rory, their favorite Barn2Door feature and tips that have helped her business profit.
Farmer Spotlight: Little River Farm
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to welcome one of our newest members to the Farm Advisory Network, Little River Farm in Rhode Island. Little River Farm was started in 2013. After 5 seasons of experimenting with different growing techniques, Little River Farm became a fully no-till farm.
Favorite FAN Feature: Grass Fed Cattle Co
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Valarie Luhman of Grass Fed Cattle Co will share with Rory, their favorite Barn2Door feature and tips that have helped her business profit.
Farm Innovator Series: Secure Sales Before the Busy Season
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Miranda from Barn2Door and Joe Schirmer of Dirty Girl Produce will discuss tactics that he has used successfully to secure sales before the busy season.
Farm Legal Series #5: Swine and Pork Laws, Sow what?
Welcome to the fourth episode in Barn2Door's series in partnership with the Farm to Consumer Legal Defense Fund. In this episode, we focus on Pork, and how laws vary across the country, and the resources FTCLDF has to help Farmers sell their products direct-to-consumer.