Show overview
The Independent Farmer Podcast has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 215 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 110 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 23 min and 38 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 15 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2021, with 52 episodes published. Published by Erin Farmer.
From the publisher
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 offer software, support and resources to enable Farmers to sell direct - online and in-person - to consumers and wholesale Buyers.For more information about the Independent Farmer Podcast, visit https://www.barn2door.com/independent-farmer-podcast
Latest Episodes
View all 215 episodesHow Onboarding Sets Your Farm Up for Success
5 Fastest Ways to Build a Successful Farm Business
Exclusive Content: The Farmer's Guide to Profitable Pork Sales
Biggest Farm Money Mistakes
5 Steps to Success with Delivery-as-a-Service
Ep 202Scaling Your Farm to $1M through Farmers Markets
From a spiral notebook to $1M in annual sales. Learn how Veteran’s Liberty Ranch mastered Farmers Market logistics, "U-Shape" booth branding, and pre-orders to scale their independent ranch.For more Farm resources, visit:barn2door.com/resources
Ep 201The 7-Figure Blueprint for Rural Farm Success
Learn how Peter Bartlett of Bartlett Farms transformed a remote North Dakota operation into a high-revenue business by mastering rural logistics and premium branding.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 200Balancing a Growing Farm and a Growing Family
Join Janelle Maiocco and Erica Benoit of Benoit Family Farmstead as they discuss the reality of managing a successful, 6-figure farm business while raising five children. Learn how to integrate your kids into daily chores to cultivate a lifelong work ethic and a deep-rooted passion for Independent Farming.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 199Double Your Farm Revenue with Delivery as a Service
Discover how to access 99% of buyers by leveraging Delivery as a Service. Learn how to double your revenue, ditch the logistical office work, and meet modern consumer expectations with professional, doorstep delivery.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 198Pricing Strategies for Scaling Your Farm
Learn how Shenk Family Farm transitioned from a hobby to a thriving six-figure business by mastering production costs and strategic product packaging. Rachel Shenk shares actionable insights on how to price for sustainability, move the whole animal, and build a loyal customer base through convenience and transparency.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 197Capture Every Sale: POS Built for Farmers
Barn2Door CEO Janelle Maiocco and Success Team Lead Kevin Soncrant discuss the Point of Sale (POS) system built for Farmers to bridge the gap between in-person and online sales. Learn how real-time inventory tracking and integrated email capture empowers Farmers to streamline their operations, secure year-round sales and attract loyal Buyers.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 196How Marketing Can Help Your Farm Succeed
Join Tom Bennett of Bennett Farms as he reveals how prioritizing marketing propelled his operation to serve over 200 zip codes. Learn why building a loyal email list and removing buyer friction are the most critical steps to becoming a thriving, scalable Farm business.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 195The New Food Pyramid: How Your Farm Can Leverage New Dietary Trends
Janelle and Phil dive into the new "upside-down" food pyramid and the massive opportunity it creates for independent Farmers to meet the growing demand for real, local protein. Learn how to leverage the "Make America Healthy Again" movement to build trust and demand with your community. For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 194From Homesteading to 6-Figure Farm Business
Erica Benoit shares how she transitioned from a "bare-bones" lifestyle to building a thriving, six-figure protein operation. Learn how the Benoit family utilized automated systems and rigid budgeting to de-risk their business and achieve the dream of farming full-time.For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Ep 193The Power of Having a Team Behind Your Farm
Building a successful Farm shouldn’t be a solo effort. In this episode, Ryan Grace shares how a dedicated Success Team provides the strategy and support needed to grow with confidence. Learn how expert guidance can help you move from a basic setup to a thriving, professional business.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 192Why Real Human Support Matters for Your Farm
Running a Farm business is hard enough without technical headaches. Listen in as Support Specialist Will explains how Barn2Door’s real human support team helps Farmers resolve issues fast. From domain setups to payment processing, learn how expert help can keep your Farm Business running smoothly.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 191Price for Profit: How Smart Packaging & Pricing Boost Farm Sales
Are you leaving money on the table with your farm products? In this week's episode, James sits down with Account Manager Ryan to dive deep into the pricing and packaging strategies that successful farmers use to increase their average order value and improve profit margins.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 190"Not a Tech Person?" How Barn2Door's Onboarding Team Makes it Simple
Worried you're not "tech-savvy" enough to sell online and use software to manage your orders and inventory? Farmer Alex felt the same way! Learn how Barn2Door's Onboarding Team gave him the tools and confidence to grow his Farm business.For more Farm resources, visit: barn2door.com/resources
Ep 190Exclusive Content: Stop Wasting Time
This audiobook shares how successful Farms automate tasks to save time in their day-to-day operations, without sacrificing profits. From using software and solutions to scheduling marketing efforts in advance, Farms can more easily scale without added stress.For more Farm resources, visit: https://www.barn2door.com/resources
Ep 189How 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!