Barn2Door partners with ACRES USA for Eco-Ag 2021
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're excited to host Ryan from ACRES USA for the first in-person podcast at Barn2Door HQ. James and Ryan will discuss what will be in store for the attendees of the upcoming Eco-Ag conference in Cincinnati, Ohio this December.
Conservation, Development, and Use of Agricultural Resources for the Betterment of Native Farmers with Kelsey Scott and Kari Jo Lawrence of the Intertribal Agriculture Council
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're thrilled to host Kelsey Scott and Kari Jo Lawrence of the Intertribal Agriculture Council (IAC). Listen as Kelsey and Kari Jo discuss the programs and resources IAC offers its members, along with their own journeys and roles within the IAC.
Overcoming the Challenges Facing Pasture Poultry with Mike Badger, APPPA
Listen as Mike Badger, Executive Director of the American Pasture Poultry Producers Association, talks about how APPPA has been working to provide American Pasture Poultry Producers the resources they need to overcome the unique challenges they face as poultry Farmers.
Connecting Local Farmers with their Communities with Jillian Childs, Florida Farm Finder
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're thrilled to host Jillian Childs, Founder of Florida Farm Finder. Listen as Jillian shares the evolution of Florida Farm Finder, turning a Facebook group into a platform - connecting Floridians with their local Farmers.
Keeping Farmers Informed with Hunter McBrayer, Alabama Farmers Federation
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Hunter McBrayer, Director of the Alabama Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association, joins us to share the mission and values of ALFA and how their work helps Farmers make an impact - agriculturally and scientifically.
Education in Agriculture is Backwards with Karoline Rose, Founder of Cattleman U
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, Karoline Rose shares how she founded Cattleman U and why it has become their mission to supply all farmers and ranchers with the tools to make well informed business decisions.
How to Simplify your Farms Accounting with Jacint Tumacder, Intuit QuickBooks
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Jacint Tumacder with Intuit QuickBooks. Serving over 15,000 small businesses during his 30+ years at Intuit, Jacint shares how using a robust accounting solution can help Farmers efficiently grow and manage their businesses.
How To Avoid a Sales Tax Audit on Your Farm Business with Matt Hammond, Avalara
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Matt Hammond, National Sales Manager at Avalara. Listen and learn as Matt shares how Avalara's tools can simplify and streamline your Farms' business taxes.
The Benefits of Being Financially Nimble with Matt Jacocks, Intuit QuickBooks
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Matt Jacocks of Intuit QuickBooks. Listen as Matt shares the importance of cash flow and how it can impact the decisions you make for your business.
Promoting the Future of Farming through Humble Exchanges with Russ Conser from Grassfed Exchange
Listen as Russ shares how he got involved with the Grassfed Exchange and how regenerative producers and sustainable food supporters from all over the world gather at their Conference to network and exchange ideas on regenerative Farm practices.
The Importance of Diversifying Your Products and Markets with Karen McSwain of CFSA
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Karen McSwain, Associate Executive Director of the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA). Listen as Karen shares the story behind CFSA, why their members pivoted to selling direct, and how their FarmShare program was developed.
Leveraging Government Engagement to Build Resiliency in the Food System with Judith McGeary of FARFA
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Judith McGeary, the Executive Director of the Farm & Ranch Freedom Alliance. Judith shares how FARFA was founded, their mission to help break existing farming barriers, and highlights current food entrepreneurs in the industry.
How Route Optimization Can Save Time on Delivery, Promote Sustainability, and Increase Profits with Emma Cimolini from Routific
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Emma Cimolini, Director of Marketing at Routific. Listen as Emma shares Routific's mission and how Route Optimization solves the many problems associated with scaling a delivery service.
Planning for the Unexpected & Raising Money for your Farm Business with Tera Johnson
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Tera Johnson, the founder of the Food Finance Institute (FFI). Tera shares the history behind FFI and how the institute works with sustainable food and farming businesses.
Building Community and Revenue Through Growing Organically with Alice Varon from Certified Naturally Grown
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Alice Varon, Executive Director at Certified Naturally Grown. Listen in to Alice and Allyssa discuss the differences in labels like CNG and USDA organic and how their community, built around farming sustainably and organically have helped its members.
Profit with Sustainable Agriculture and Insights from Pasa Sustainable Agriculture
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to welcome Christina Kostelecky from Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture. Listen as we dive into the history of Pasa, discuss the benefits of growing sustainably, and how Pasa and its members share ideas to promote a sustainable future in agriculture.
How Certifications Grow Customer Loyalty with Emily Moose from A Greener World
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to host Emily Moose, Director of Communication and Outreach at A Greener World. Listen in to hear how Farmers can leverage food labels and certifications to increase transparency in the food system and enable buyers to make ethical and sustainable food choices.
How Cooperation Empowers The Agricultural Community with Rocky Mountain Farmers Union
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to welcome Harrison Topp and Susann Mikkelson from Rocky Mountain Farmers Union. Listen as we dive deep into the history of RMFU, discuss the benefits of co-ops, and how RMFU members were able to start selling direct to their customers.
Save Time and Boost Sales with Practical Email Marketing Tactics by Jamal Miller from Mailchimp
In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're delighted to welcome Jamal Miller, Director of Product Marketing at Mailchimp. Jamal shares tactics and tips that Farmers can implement today to get more out of their email marketing efforts.
APPPA: Helping Pastured Poultry Farmers Succeed since 1997
Mike Badger, Executive Director of the American Pastured Poultry Producers Association (APPPA), discusses the history and mission behind APPPA as well as the upcoming APPPA Conference.