Best Verticalfarm Podcasts (2024)

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Join Us at Farm Resort: 2 Days of Game-Changing Farming Secrets with JM Fortier 26:21

28d ago26:21

26:21

Join us at the Farm Resort in White Wright, Texas on April 27th and 28th for an event that will transform your farming skills. Learn from JM Fortier, an experienced market farmer and speaker. Get ready for workshops on boosting farm productivity, soil management, and innovative growing techniques. You'll also have the opportunity to see hands-on de…

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Farming After 50: Adapting for Mobility 31:48

2M ago31:48

31:48

This talk with returning guests from Bouldin Food Forest. Vanessa Bates and Ben McConnell are for individuals interested in or currently engaged in market farming and navigating the new challenges and opportunities that come with being over 50. As we age, our physical capabilities can change, and once straightforward tasks may become more demanding…

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When Disaster Strikes: Real Stories of Farm Resilience & Recovery 44:04

2M ago44:04

44:04

In September 2023, Bouldin Food Forest faced a test of strength and spirit when ferocious winds tore through their farm, ravaging structures and leaving chaos in their wake. In this heartfelt video, Vanessa and Ben unveil the reality of severe weather impacts on agriculture and share a powerful testament to resilience and recovery. Watch as they re…

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A Bigger in Texas Market Farm | Bouldin Food Forest 1:33:25

2M ago1:33:25

1:33:25

Meet Ben and Vanessa of Bouldin Food Forest serving the Austin, Texas market. Bouldin Food Forest grows rich, nutrient-dense food using regenerative agriculture methods. It’s a throwback to when agriculture was about craftsmanship, not industrial mechanization and chemicals favored by today’s large factory farms. The result: beautiful vegetables an…

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8 Profit Crops for Greenhouse Growing 1:49:43

2M ago1:49:43

1:49:43

The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook What crops make the most money in a Hoop House? What options do farmers need when growing year-round? What are ways big growers leverage every square inch of protected culture? Andrew Mefferd, the author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Growers Handbook, discussed his motivation and observations in wr…

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GMO Vs. Hybrid Seeds- A Very Deep Dive with Andrew Mefferd 1:44:04

3M ago1:44:04

1:44:04

We dive deep. And we mean deep into how hybrid seeds are developed and brought to market with Andrew Mefferd. Andrew is the owner/editor of Growing For Market Magazine, author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook, and served many years at the trial farm at Johnny's Selected Seeds. His intense knowledge of seeds and the seed industry m…

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What Do Farm Nerds Talk About After Hours? 1:50:34

3M ago1:50:34

1:50:34

A family reunion of sorts, Bootstrap Farmer welcomes Andrew Mefferd, publisher of Growing for Market Magazine and author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook, to the studio, along with Bootstrap Farmers Director of Sales Randy Cummings & Customer Service Specialist Kari Danial. Host Nick, Randy, and Andrew have known each other for cl…

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Reaction to JM Fortier Interview by Bootstrap Farmer Podcast Crew 48:20

3M ago48:20

48:20

In this reaction video, the Bootstrap Farmer Podcast crew dives deeper into the JM Fortier interview with Bootstrap Farmer ( https://youtu.be/Kd_jZnRaQbk ) and discus individual takeaways from @TheMarketGardeners TIMESTAMPS: 00:17 Intro 00:45 Farm Sustainability 09:59 School and Healthy Living 19:45 Increasing Greenhouse Production 27:38 Keeping Yo…

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Market Gardener Sales Channels 1:14:49

4M ago1:14:49

1:14:49

Being a Market Gardener means serving our buyers where they are most likely to convert into repeatable sales at prices to keep you thriving in your agricultural business. In this episode, we look at many sales opportunities small farms have to serve their markets through traditional farmers markets, direct-to-consumer delivery, partnerships, and ad…

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FARM AMBASSADOR, MICHAEL BELL, DALLAS 1/2 ACRE FARM 1:28:34

4M ago1:28:34

1:28:34

No stranger to the DFW growing community, Michael Bell runs a small farm just outside Dallas, TX. He sells direct to consumer seasonal salad veggies directly to his clients on his low-stress terms. If you think you need a lot of acreage or even a water supply, check out what Michael has accomplished, truly keeping a manageable scale as he bootstrap…

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Who Can Be a Market Gardener| Market Gardener Podcast by Bootstrap Farmer, Ep2 36:27

4M ago36:27

36:27

Nick & Karl Binger of Market Garden Paris Natural Farms discuss the qualities of a great market gardener. Patience, planning, and hard work will go a long way as new farmers leave corporate jobs, start second incomes & plan retirement income goals. ************************************ Thanks for listening. Bootstrap Farmer! ► Subscribe and hit the …

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What is a Market Gardener? | Market Gardener by Bootstrap Farmer, Ep 1 1:04:11

4M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

Are you a Gardener, Hobby Farm, Farmer, or Market Gardner? Bootstrap Farmer supports all growers no matter where they are scaled. But in this new Market Gardener series, we are diving deep into what drives local food and food economics through the lens of farmers working their land year-round. In this first episode, Nick & Karl Binger of Paris Natu…

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Jean-Martin Fortier A Celebration of Small Farming 1:05:44

4M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

Bootstrap Farmer engages in an enlightening conversation with legendary Jean-Martin Fortier @TheMarketGardeners on various subjects concerning the state of small-scale farming as a profession. We share the belief that there's a vast potential to cater to all market sizes, and it's crucial now more than ever for those at the forefront of this sector…

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Everything You Want to Know About Soil Blocks | Mindful Farmer, Sean Pessarra 49:14

8M ago49:14

49:14

Mindful Garden's Sean Pessarra has made hundreds of thousands if not a million soil blocks over his farming career. He is also the inventor of the Mindful Gardener Soil Block Drop Seeder. In this interview, Sean discusses the how-to's, whats, and whys of Soil Blocking for seed starting. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:38 What is soil blocking 01:23 What …

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Meet Sean Pessarra, The Mindful Farmer, Toolmaker, Hoop House Builder, and Small Farm Supporter 1:07:16

9M ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Join Sean Pessarra, Nick, and Karl Binger and learn how Sean, the founder of Mindful Farmer, and learn how he took his part-time beekeeping operation in Texas and transformed it into a full-time sustainable agriculture business rich in experience that has led to an amazing career serving farmers through better tools and consulting. This is part 1 o…

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How to Start Zero Waste Compost 51:53

9M ago51:53

51:53

Have you always wanted to start composting but didn’t know where to start or what to buy? In this episode, Neil Kaufman from Dallas College will show you how to get started with zero-waste composting at home or on your market farm. Learn the basics of setting up and managing a zero-waste composting system, and see why it's an easy win for both you …

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Kupu Place Farms: Innovations in Aquaponic Lettuce, Microgreen, & Edible Flower Production 57:19

10M ago57:19

57:19

Welcome back to Kupu Place, 2023! Bootstrap Farmer revisits Anthony Mau of Kupu Place Farms for a year 5 catch up. Since the last time, we spoke they have acquired a second location to serve the Hawaiian Islands ever growing food needs. This is an interesting look at the differences in how a farm business owner group looks at solving food security …

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Aquaponic Farming in Hawaii- Scaling a Farm for Food Security in Remote Regions 58:52

11M ago58:52

58:52

A re-release of our 1st interview with Kupu Place Farm’s Anthony Mau. In this 2021 Interview, Anthony was beginning year 3 of production on his Honolulu, Hawaii Aquaponic farm featuring shallow water culture raft beds, microgreen production, and edible flowers. Learn about some of the history of agriculture in Hawaii and how this current farm sits …

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Moving States to Start New Farms 57:09

12M ago57:09

57:09

Two transplants move to Texas to start new farms. Karl Binger (Paris Natural Farm) and Bootstrap Farmer's own Karl Russell discuss moving to a new state and starting a farm from scratch. Find out how they carved out their market, moved chickens across America, and how no one ever told them about fire ants before moving into a HOT growing zone. www.…

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Agricultural Strategies to Address Food Security | Visiting Farmers Markets in Africa 25:02

1y ago25:02

25:02

Bootstrap Farmers’ Farmer-in-Residence, Karl Binger, recently visited Tanzania to observe and learn about small-scale farming practices in rural parts of the country. From working the land with manual tools to sourcing seeds for crops, Karl learned about some of the challenges that these farmers face every day. Check out our Free Resources: https:/…

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Journey to Successful Farm Life with Jill Ragan of Whispering Willow Farm 1:07:30

1y ago1:07:30

1:07:30

Join us as we sit down with Jill Ragan of Whispering Willow Farm and learn about her journey to successful farm life. From publishing her book, "Tiny But Mighty Farm," to making the transition with her husband, Nate, to build out the market farm of their dreams. She shares advice for those looking to make similar transitions and discusses her ongoi…

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076: The Fundamentals of Plant Propagation 31:53

1+ y ago31:53

31:53

Propagation experts, Joe Swartz and Nick Greens, shares their knowledge of the fundamentals of plant propagation. More about Joe Swartz: Website: https://amhydro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultant More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreen Support the Show.…

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From Beginner Gardener to Creating a Vision of Localized Change: ATL Grow | Milan Turner 1:29:22

1+ y ago1:29:22

1:29:22

Milan Turner was just a beginner gardener, but his journey to inspire others and bring change to his South Atlanta community started with a single basil plant. Now, he's created something amazing - a demonstration garden to provide fresh food access for people living in neighboring food deserts. Learn how Milan started, went viral, and created a vi…

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Heating Your Hoop House in the Winter & Pricing Your Farm Products | Market Farmer Q&A Podcast 33:58

1+ y ago33:58

33:58

Answering your questions about heating hoop houses, supplies & why Bootstrap Farmer packages items in the quantities we do. For more growing resources, visit: https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/resources Like this podcast? Leave a review to let us know!By Bootstrap Farmer

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Answering Your Questions: Response to "Your seed trays are made in China" 33:58

1+ y ago33:58

33:58

In this podcast, you'll learn how to get the most out of your hoop house and low tunnel. Then take a deep dive into the value of visiting other farms to learn more about what your own farm needs. We'll also look at the research and development cycle necessary for creating new products and how long it takes to move production overseas to the USA. ht…

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Elements of Hydroponics | with Drew Demler, Big Tex Urban Farms part 1 21:25

1+ y ago21:25

21:25

In this series, Drew Demler of Big Tex Urban Farms will break down the top lessons from thousands of questions he has been asked about hydroponic farming. Big Tex Urban Farms is a demonstration greenhouse at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. Drew and his team oversee many systems of hydroponic farming including deep water culture, vine crops in du…

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NRCS Approved! Grants for your Homestead 43:23

1+ y ago43:23

43:23

Part 2 with The Nakid Gardeners Tory & Sidney Holland on their NRCS High Tunnel Grant. Nick discusses other examples of navigating NRCS projects around the country. For move NRCS info and downloadable paperwork to get your grant started, visit: Video Link: https://youtu.be/I0qeGTxIsUE https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/nrcs-high-tunnel-initiativ…

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Meet the Nakid Gardeners | Homesteading in Zone 8a | Bootstrap Farmer 51:57

1+ y ago51:57

51:57

Do you want to learn about gardening and homesteading but be able to do things your own way? Do you want some solid gardening tips without feeling boxed into a mold in order to fit in? We've got the Podcast for you! We sat down with The Nakid Gardeners to talk about how they started their YouTube channel, what their priorities are for their homeste…

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075: Winter Farming - Growing Cool Season Crops 27:35

1+ y ago27:35

27:35

In this episode Nick Greens and Jake Emling, talk about growing cool season crops. Support the Show.By Joe Swartz & Nick Greens

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074: Cathy Scratch - Terreplenish 27:18

1+ y ago27:18

27:18

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Cathy Scratch from Terreplenish. Terreplenish live active soil microbes will provide between 45 -60 lbs of plant-available nitrates through absorbing atmospheric N2, and other beneficial microbes that thrive in soils and assist with enhanced plant growth and disease control. More about Joe Swartz: Website: htt…

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073: WE'RE BACK ON TRACK 23:51

1+ y ago23:51

23:51

In this episode Joe and Nick catch up and talk about this past summer. More about Joe Swartz: Website: https://amhydro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultant More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreen Support the Show.By Joe Swartz & Nick Greens

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Growing in the Heat of the Summer 36:11

2y ago36:11

36:11

Randy Cummings & Nick are on the road this week and we found some time to discuss growing in the heat of the Summer. We lean on Randy’s many visits to southern farms for tips and tricks to keep plants thriving when the sun is beating everything down. Nick also hits the high points of growing a multi variety salad blend. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Growing in…

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Farm to Table and Farmers Market Authenticity 1:01:03

2y ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Amanda Vanhoozier & Nick continue their discussion on farmers markets and the farm to table movement. We take a look at the importance of authenticity, telling your own story, and staying true to your clients. Big companies, media, and local people outside of small farming have easy access to twist how food and farming is perceived. Consumers are w…

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History of Farmers Markets Competition | with Amanda Vanhoozier 40:22

2y ago40:22

40:22

Farmers Markets today are ubiquitous parts of our lives. From big cities to small rural towns once a week people and interact with today's growers. But how did we get here? Join us for a front-row seat into what it was like in the early days of the Dallas Farmers Market and how it came to be what it is today. We sit with Amanda Vanhoozier, former m…

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What Small Farms are Stealing from Big AG 58:06

2y ago58:06

58:06

Large venture backed agriculture is largely backed by experienced CEO’s from outside industries who know how to run large companies. What do large companies put in place to sell for a profit? How can they spin average truths to outpace their competitors? What do different departments do within a corporation to push the ball forward? Randy Cummings …

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072: Rooftop Farming 38:22

2y ago38:22

38:22

In this episode Nick Greens and Joe Swartz talk about the pros and cons of rooftop farming. More about Joe Swartz: Website: https://amhydro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultant More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreens Support the Show.…

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How Will Farming Change in 2022? | Bootstrap Farmer Predictions and New Product Hints 1:06:34

2y ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Bootstrap Farmer’s Nick Burton and Randy Cummings discuss current and rising market trends in Agriculture. They also bring insights for growers looking into diversifying their operations or branding into new markets. Are you interested in broadening your knowledge about current agricultural trends? Whether that be with edible flowers, microgreens, …

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071: Albert Lin - VegBed 22:48

2y ago22:48

22:48

VegBed was founded in 2017 by Albert Lin who wanted to create a better and easier to use growing medium for the hydroponic community. More about Albert Lin: Website: https://www.vegbed.com/ More about Joe Swartz: Website: https://amhydro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultant More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Tw…

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Randy Cummings on Farming Best Practices, Seed Supply, & Farm Forecasting 1:21:42

2y ago1:21:42

1:21:42

Ever wonder what the difference is between seeds labeled “microgreens” versus your garden variety? We have answers. Randy Cummings talks all about the seed breeding process and why it is important for the success of your farm to know your supplier and to make sure they offer the resources to back up your seed investments. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:0…

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070: Common Greenhouse Mistakes 47:08

2y ago47:08

47:08

In this episode Nick Greens and Jake Emling talk about the most common mistakes, when operating a greenhouse. More about Jake Emling: Website: https://www.root42harvests.com/ More about Joe Swartz: Website: https://amhydro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultant More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://…

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Randy Cummings Joins Bootstrap Farmer 35:03

2y ago35:03

35:03

We are very excited to welcome industry veteran Randy Cummings to Bootstrap Farmer. Randy served small farming the past 10 plus years from the seed supply side of the industry. His deep knowledge of farmer's needs, industry trends, and technical expertise will deepen Bootstrap Farmers roster. This introduction explains why we are so pumped to have …

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Real Talk Farmers Therapy with Amanda Vanhoozier & Karl Binger 1:07:59

2y ago1:07:59

1:07:59

A very by chance-last minute opportunity to meet up with two of our favorite people. Amanda Vanhoozier of Bishop Hill Farm Flowers and Karl Binger on a rained out day. Amanda who has been involved with farmers markets since 2002 both behind the booth and running of markets. Karl in the beginning of year 3 on his homestead turned market farm. With s…

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069: Vertical Farming in the U.K. 30:57

2y ago30:57

30:57

In this episode Joe and Nick interview Grahame Dunling from WorldWide Local Salads, located in the U.K. More about Grahame Dunling: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grahame-dunling More about Joe Swartz: Website: https://amhydro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultant More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitte…

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Wholesale Trees & Retail Nursery: Bob Wells Nursery at Sorelle Farms 1:07:02

2y ago1:07:02

1:07:02

Ordering trees from a wholesale nursery this season? Watch this video for tips on when to order and what to expect when your shipment comes. Bootstrap Farmer is on-site at the Bob Wells Nursery in Mineola, Texas, followed by an exclusive interview with nursery owners Ed and Rachel Donnelly, where they discuss the process and the care taken when shi…

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068: Q&A With the Growers 40:53

2y ago40:53

40:53

In this episode Joe and Nick answer questions about becoming a indoor grower. More about Joe Swartz: Website: https://amhydro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HydroConsultant More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoGreens Support the Show.By Joe Swartz & Nick Greens

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Upliftment of All: The Sarvodaya Institute with Farmer Rishi Kumar 1:07:31

2y ago1:07:31

1:07:31

Green spaces are slowly disappearing in the ever-growing urban sprawl of today’s world. Farmer Rishi is getting back to the roots of his property and offering agricultural immersion for his surrounding community at Sarvodaya Farms & Nursery. We tour a plant nursery in this video, unlike any you have probably seen. Explore this diverse property with…

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067: Round Table Discussions - Roberto Mesa - Kelli Hague 44:44

2y ago44:44

44:44

In this episode Nick has a round table discussion with Kelli Hague and Roberto Mesa about the microgreens industry and educating the next generation of farmers. More about Kelli Hague: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kelli67533910 More about Roberto Mesa: Website: https://www.emeraldgardens.farm/ More about Nick Greens: Website: https://www.nickgreens…

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7 Things to Consider Before Starting a Farm | with Earth Grower Brian Maisenbacher 1:10:37

2y ago1:10:37

1:10:37

Earth Grower’s owner Brian Maisenbacher has dedicated his life to becoming the best farmer he possibly can be. He is mission-driven to help others have success in growing food and medicinal crops for their communities and their families. He is passionate about finding solutions to help farmers become more regenerative and profitable. Brian has whol…

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066: Daniela Mosqueda - Patagonia Green Leaf 38:18

2y ago38:18

38:18

Patagonia Green Leaf (PGL) is a family business born in Bariloche (Argentine Patagonia) in 2013. We specialize in growing premium quality hydroponic vegetables, and selling them to supermarkets, independent points of sale and restaurants. In 2019 we developed our first hydroponic venture in the United States, in Boynton Beach (Florida), with the dr…

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We've Got Your Back! | Bootstrap Farmer Customer Service 1:07:52

2y ago1:07:52

1:07:52

Customer Service Manager, Rikki Dionisio discusses the customer service side of Bootstrap Farmer. Rikki covers how that team covers product support, order support, and growing support. Topics include: Orders, returns, international shipping, tax exemptions, training, communication, and working with other teams like creative, special projects, whole…

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