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. 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. The Independent Farmer Podcast is hosted by Barn2Door. We of ...
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In this week's episode, James talks with Valerie from Grass Fed Cattle Co. (MN). Valerie and her husband, Jared, raise their children on their Farm, and have learned to balance Family time with work. Hear Valerie's best practices for finding this balance while serving her local community. For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/re…
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In this week's episode, Janelle and Lois of Yoder-Way Farm discuss the transition from commercial dairy to direct beef sales. Lois explains how she builds her community through marketing on social media and through newsletters, as well as securing recurring revenue. For more Farm resources: https://www.barn2door.com/resources…
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Seamless Farm Sales with Combined Inventory
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In this week's episode, James and Anthony discuss Barn2Door's most recent feature (set to release in the coming weeks): Combined Inventory. Your Farm store will have the ability to offer a single item --- regardless of price(s), unit size(s) and / or price sheet (retail, private or wholesale). Learn more: https://www.barn2door.com/blog-all/combined…
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In this week's episode, James speaks with Kevin about best practices for a Farm's online store. From an easy-to-shop inventory and convenient fulfillment schedules. Learn how software built for Farmers can make your store streamlined and profitable. For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources…
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Exclusive Content: Biggest Farm Mistakes
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This audiobook provides insights from successful Farms across the country who share lessons from their own errors, and how to avoid them. Learn best practices to build a thriving Farm business, while minimizing the impacts of potential mistakes your Farm encounters along the way. For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources…
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Farm Finance Reporting with Taylor Bridges
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In this week's episode, James talks with Taylor Bridges of Bridging the Gap Financial Services LLC to discuss a streamlined process for Farms to report on their finances. She discusses practices to keep finances organized and to save time when tracking and reporting, as well as her recommended financial software. Join our Finance Academy: barn2door…
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Farmers Market Best Practices with Bennett Farms
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In this week's episode, James sits down with Tom of Bennett Farms (MI) to discuss Farmers market best practices. From choosing the right Market to how much product to bring, Tom now successfully serves 20+ Markets. Find moreFarm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resourcesAutor: Erin Farmer
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In this week's episode, Janelle speaks with Laci of Tagge’s Famous Fruit and Veggie Farms in Utah about their Farm’s delivery day. The Farm serves over 1,000+ CSA members, and uses software to simplify and save time fulfilling orders. For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources…
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Increase your Farm's Average Order Value
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In this week's episode, James speaks with Peter of Bartlett Farms (ND) about how he increased his average order value by educating Buyers, selling sustainable products and offering a convenient option to shop. For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resourcesAutor: Erin Farmer
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In 2020, Joe made the switch to Barn2Door’s software built for Farmers. Instead of using analog records or a horizontal ecommerce solution (formerly Shopify), he moved the business to an order management solution, designed to support Retail (consumer) and Wholesale (restaurant) buyers. While Joe has seen other Farms constrained by commodity prices,…
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Farmer Spotlight: Veteran's Liberty Ranch
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On today's episode, Janelle talks with Julie and Michelle of Veteran's Liberty Ranch in Texas. They discuss how the Ranch came to be, their tips for maintaining a recognizable brand presence and their goals to take over Texas and hit $1 Million in Sales. Learn more about Julie and Michelle: https://www.barn2door.com/fan/veterans-liberty-ranch Find …
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Exclusive Content: Farmers' Market Day? Double your Sales
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Farmers’ markets can boost visibility in your local community, but they are not necessarily a catch-all. Today, 99% of Americans don’t regularly attend farmers’ markets. The lives of Americans are busy, and many buyers choose to opt for the most convenient option. That’s why the markets aren’t just about selling products but attracting and engaging…
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Farmer Spotlight: Benoit Family Farmstead
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In 2021, Benoit Family Farmstead made the decision to partner with Barn2Door to expand their reach to access new Buyers with Farm eCommerce and streamline their operations. The Farm has been able to add more products and serve their community, without having to spend extra hours in the office. As a member of the Barn2Door Farm Advisor Network, Eric…
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There is no silver-bullet to supercharge your Farm growth. There are a handful of persistent efforts that have brought success to a number of Farms across the country. From simplified product offerings to consistent marketing, here are $1 million Farm tactics. Find more Farm resources to spur sales: https://www.barn2door.com/resources…
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In this week's episode, James and Maimee discuss email best practices to engage Buyers, and increase traffic to your Farm store. Implement these tactics for writing attractive emails and consistently improving your performance. For more Farm resources, check out: https://www.barn2door.com/resourcesAutor: Erin Farmer
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Exclusive Content: Five Key Tips from CSA Farms Making Six Figures
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With a variety of best practices and techniques for how to create a successful Farm business, it can get overwhelming to know which tactics actually work. Many CSAs have developed proven tactics to increase revenue, lock in early buyer commitments, and streamline processes to ensure products go out the door with money in hand. In this week's episod…
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How Electronic Ear Tagging Affects Independent Farmers
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In this week's episode, James speaks with Alexia from Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund about the proposed electronic ear tagging updates for livestock and how this rule may affect Independent Farmers. For more information, visit: https://www.farmtoconsumer.org/ To find more Farm resources, check out: https://www.barn2door.com/resources…
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From Homestead to a Growing Farm Business
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In this week's episode, Janelle talks with Rachel Shenk of Shenk Family Farm. Shenk Family Farm in North Carolina began their protein operation in 2016, turning it into a business the next year. With the help of automated software, successful marketing efforts and convenient, local fulfillments, the Farm has scaled to a 6-figure operation. To find …
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Exclusive Content: Planting for Profit
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Price your Produce for consistent revenue that secures a healthy Profit. In this week’s episode, listen to the Audible version or our newest eBook - Planting for Profit. Download the eBook: https://www.barn2door.com/e-books/planting-for-profit For more resources, including eBooks, visit https://www.barn2door.com/resources…
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Your Farm Finance Checklist for 2024 - Start the Year Right
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As an Independent Farmer, you must be in control of your finances to make a profit. It is important to be organized and prepared when tax season comes. In this week’s episode, learn finance best practices from Taylor Bridges of Bridging the Gap Financial Services. For more Farm business resources, check out our content: http://barn2door.com/resourc…
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Veteran's Liberty Ranch Hits 6 Figures in 1 Year with POS
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In this week’s episode, Janelle speaks with Veteran’s Liberty Ranch (TX) to discuss their success using Barn2Door’s POS for in-person sales. Farmers Markets help Farmers build meaningful relationships with Buyers, while securing purchases. It is crucial to have a POS device that allows for all customers to buy your products. Selling, tipping, reser…
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Investing in Marketing for Future Sales with Dan & Debbie's Creamery
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In this week's episode, Janelle meets with Josie Rozum from Dan & Debbie's Creamery in Iowa. With a marketing background on a 3rd generation dairy Farm, learn how Josie thinks about investing in marketing today for future sales, and how to streamline marketing efforts in just one hourly ‘meeting’ a week. Learn how Barn2Door can help support your Fa…
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Pricing Farm Products for Profit with Old Rich Valley Farm
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In this week's episode, James meets with Will from Old Rich Valley Farm in Virginia to discuss Farm product pricing. Will explains how to price different product types, communicating the value of sustainable agriculture and reevaluating costs yearly. For more resources to spur sales for Independent Farmers, streamline operations and access local Bu…
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Introducing: The Independent Farmer Podcast with Chucktown Acres
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A few years and 145 episodes in, Barn2Door’s Podcast gets an overhaul. Why the change? Listen to Barn2Door’s CEO and Alex from Chucktown Acres discuss the BIG re-brand from The Direct Farmer to The Independent Farmer Podcast! Learn more about Barn2Door here: barn2door.com/learn-more barn2door.com/resources…
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Farm Marketing: In Season vs. Off-Season with Old Rich Valley
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In this week's episode, Janelle, and Amy Campbell from Old Rich Valley Farm discuss how to market your Farm in season vs. the Off-Season. From scheduling posts to secure pre-orders, there are many ways to maintain cash flow year-round for your Farm.Autor: Erin Farmer
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Attracting & Retaining Buyers with Long Lane Farm
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In this week's episode, Janelle talks with Camille from Long Lane Farm in Rhode Island. Camille discusses how their Farm attracts and retains Buyers for their products. Building a Farm brand enables you to better serve Buyers in your local community. Understand buying habits, ideal package sizing and consistently communicate with customers to build…
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The 'Business' Side of Farming with Chucktown Acres
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In this week's episode, Janelle talks with Alex from Chucktown Acres about the business side of Farming. While Farmers may get into the industry for their love of agriculture, they are still business owners. There is much work that happens in the background to ensure success. From marketing to integrations for streamlined operations, Alex shares wh…
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Save Time and Automate your Farm's Pick & Pack Experience
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In this week's episode, Barn2Door COO, James, talks with Product Manager, Anthony, to discuss Barn2Door’s Pick and Pack List. These lists offer streamlined order organization to save Farms time on fulfillments. Features of the lists include order overviews, delivery details and printable labels. barn2door.com/learn-more barn2door.com/resources…
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The Farm Logo Design Experience with Barn2Door
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Designers at Barn2Door, Alyssa and Serena, discuss the Farm Logo design process. From shape to color, each element of your logo can communicate your Brand to Buyers.Autor: Erin Farmer
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How to Double your CSA Membership with Tagge's Famous Fruit & Veggie Farms
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In this week's episode, Barn2Door CEO, Janelle, talks with Laci from Tagge’s Famous Fruit & Veggie Farm to discuss the importance of pricing, packaging, placement, and products for CSA members.Autor: Erin Farmer
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From Hobby to Full-time Farmer with Bennett Farms
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In this week's episode, Barn2Door CEO, Janelle, talks with Tom Bennett from Bennett Farms about the important transition from Hobby Farmer to Full-time Farmer. Tom discusses what aspects to focus on, and what to not get too tied up in within that transition.Autor: Erin Farmer
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Increase Buyer Loyalty with Barn2Door + Mailchimp
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A Deep Dive on Mailchimp Customer Journey Builder.Autor: Erin Farmer
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Built For Farmers: A Simple and Easy Refund Experience
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In this week's episode, James and Anthony here at Barn2Door discuss the new simple and easy Refund Experience offered to Farmers. To learn more about the new Barn2Door Refund Experience, read here: https://www.barn2door.com/blog/a-simple-and-easy-refund-experience-for-your-farm-businessAutor: Erin Farmer
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Building a Happy & Healthy Family Farm Business
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In this week’s episode, we are joined by one of the newest Farm Advisors, Rachel Shenk of Shenk Family Farm. Join us as we discuss the origins of the Farm, new fulfillment ventures, local partnerships, and Rachel’s success with subscriptions. Shenk Family Farm is a pasture based livestock Farm in North Carolina, offering their community chicken, po…
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Meet Zoe – National Sales Manager at Barn2Door!
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In this week’s episode, we are joined by Zoe, the National Sales Manager here at Barn2Door. We’re thrilled to chat with her about her career growth and what it means to serve Farmers across the country. If you are interested in joining Barn2Door, we encourage you to visit our careers page at barn2door.com/careers…
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Maximizing Pricing for Your Farm Products
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In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we talk with Peter Bartlett of Bartlett Farms in North Dakota. We discuss their Farm’s mission to promote health through food, their highly effective marketing efforts, the offering of convenience in a sparsely populated state, and their commitment to establishing the value of their brand and products. Ba…
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Building a Farm Business: Five Tips Every Farmer Should Know
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In this week’s episode, we are thrilled to have Valerie Luhman of Grass Fed Cattle Co with us discussing five key tips to building a successful Farm Business for any Farmer, but especially those who are newer to the field! Since starting their own Farm Business, Valerie and her husband Jared, have continued to grow Grass Fed Cattle Co, and have est…
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The Continued Success of a Fifth Generation Ranch
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In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we talk with Logan Mannix of Mannix Family Beef in Montana. We discuss the origins of the 5th generation ranch, their continued focus on conservation and partnerships, and the establishment of their successful and growing direct to consumer business. Mannix Family Beef raises grass finishes beef, offering…
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Exclusive Content: 5 Farms Making 6 Figures
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With a variety of best practices and techniques for how to create a successful Farm business, it can get overwhelming knowing which tactics actually work. At Barn2Door, we analyze data to know what works and what doesn’t. We’ve crunched the numbers and have found that top-performing Farms have created a blueprint for how to build a successful busin…
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Success, Security, and Simplicity with Barn2Door Point of Sale
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In this week’s episode we sit down with Anthony, Barn2Door’s Product Manager, and discuss the Barn2Door Point of Sale (POS). After several months on the market, we dig into Farmer’s success with the device, and the added security and simplicity provided by the recent addition of Mobile Wallets, Google Pay and Apple Pay, on the Barn2Door POS. barn2d…
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Keeping it Simple: Starting a Successful New Farm
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In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we talk with Camille Abdel-Nabi of Long Lane Farm in Warren, Rhode Island. We discuss the transition to her new Farm, CSA Subscriptions, the establishment and growth of their Farm brand, and prioritizing convenience for their customers and the Farm. Long Lane Farm is growing mixed vegetables, greens, toma…
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Global Trends Facing the Modern Day Rancher
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In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we sit down with Coby Buck, the Director of Strategic Accounts at AgriWebb. Listen as Barn2Door COO, James Maiocco and Coby discuss current farming and ranching trends from AgriWebb’s State of the Global Farmer Report. AgriWebb is a livestock management app that helps Farmers and Ranchers uncover insights…
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Copy, Paste, and Post: The Barn2Door Marketing Toolkit
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In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're joined by Joelle Orem of Orem Farm. We’re chatting about the Barn2Door Marketing Toolkit and how it can help make Social Media simpler for your Farm Business. barn2door.com/marketing barn2door.com/blog/new-monthly-marketing-toolkit-for-your-farm-business…
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Exclusive Content: 5 Steps to Your Farm's First $100K
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Learning how to create a strategy to market your business, build a base of buyers, and how to hone in on go-to-market efforts, are key steps to help your Farm exceed your revenue goals. In this week's episode, we are reading a popular Barn2Door eBook – 5 Steps to Your Farm’s First $100K. Download the eBook Today! For more resources, including eBook…
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5 Simple Tactics to Setup for Next Season
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No matter the time of year, setting your Farm up for success is key to helping your Farm Business succeed. In this week’s episode we are joined by Sky, an Onboarding Manager at Barn2Door, as we break down the 5 simple tactics to help your Farm get setup for next season! barn2door.com/resources barn2door.com/connect…
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The Key to Instagram Reels: Educating your Audience
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In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we continue with the Social Media Tactics Series with Alex Russell, from Chucktown Acres. Alex shares his approach to social media – to educate his audience, grow local brand awareness, and drive Subscription sales. www.chucktownacres.com www.barn2door.com/resources…
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Farm Legal Series #9: Buyer's Clubs or Herd Shares?
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What’s the difference between a Buyers Club and a Herd Share? Listen to the latest episode in the Direct Farm Podcast-- Farm Legal Series as Alexia from the Farm to Consumer Legal Defense Fund (FTCLDF) and James, Barn2Door COO discuss the legal nuances of selling though Buyers Clubs and Herd Share formats. www.farmtoconsumer.org www.barn2door.com/r…
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In this episode, we sit down with Josie Rozum from Dan & Debbie’s Creamery to dive into the 3 E’s of Social Media – Educate, Entertain, and eCommerce. Listen as Josie shares how she uses the 3 E’s to plan and implement her social media strategy – including her tactics, processes, and tips to engage followers, grow brand awareness, and increase sale…
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Farm Commerce? 10 Questions to Find the Right Farm Business Solution
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In this episode, we sit down with James and Zoe from Barn2Door to discuss the 10 most common questions Farmers ask when evaluating business solutions for their Farm. Listen as James and Zoe discuss the nuances of Farm software and business solutions – and what Farmers should be aware of when considering general Commerce software. You can also check…
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The Key to a Successful Farm Business - Customer Retention
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In this episode of the Direct Farm Podcast, we're joined by Will and Amy Campbell from Old Rich Valley Farm. This week, they're discussing how they have retained and grown their customer base over the past few years, despite market uncertainty and increasing costs. www.oldrichvalleyfarm.com barn2door.com/resources…
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