Best Farmers Market Pros Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 124 - Raising and Registering Idaho Pasture Pigs at White Bison Farm 1:06:34

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In the episode, I talk with Dave and Jodi Cronauer from White Bison Farm in northern Wisconsin. They have a lot going on at their farm including raising bison for meat, GypsyVanner Horses (not for meat), and Idaho Pastured Pigs (those are for meat). They also maintain the IPP nation registry. To learn more about them, visit their website: https://w…

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Ep 303: Report From Rome: World Farmers Market Coalition 42:53

5h ago42:53

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Join us for a report from Catt's trip to the World Farmers Market Coalition's second General Assembly, in Rome, Italy this month. Delegates from some 70 countries and organizations gathered, representing hundreds of farmers markets and policy making bodies. They heard about the international coalition's current projects and contributed to its visio…

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July 20, 2024 - Recent surveys & upcoming polls on interest rates & inflation 49:57

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July 20th - Premier, Dr. Andrew Furey 25:07

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Ep 302: InTents Conference Request For Proposals Announcement 51:54

1h ago51:54

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We're about to share so much news about 2025's InTents: the National Farmers Market Conference. Today, we're starting with the announcement that the Request for Proposals opens in just a few days. We're adding a special farmer and vendor track in 2025, so possibilities abound. Are you ready to share your expertise about a topic with market managers…

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July 13, 2024 - Pros and cons of buy now pay later 45:27

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Episode 123 - Step by Step Instructions on How to Start a Hog Roasting Business with Carl Blake 59:29

5d ago59:29

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In this episode, I talk with Carl Blake about his new book Pork For Profit: The Business of Whole Hog Roasting. This book is a comprehensive step by step guide on how to build and manage a hog roasting business. This is a great side gig for pastured pig farms or can even be a full time gig in some areas. Be sure to check out his book on Amazon here…

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Ep 301: Wendy Chen: Volunteering to Keep it Legal 41:59

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Volunteers are the lifeblood of many farmers markets and we know that even market managers are sometimes labeled as volunteers. That labor of love is admirable. Is it legal? That depends, and it's complicated. Wendy Chen joined us at InTents, the National Farmers Market Conference earlier this year. Her work at the Center for Agricultural and Food …

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July 6th - St. John's Farmers Market ED Pam Anstey 26:22

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Ep 300: Celebrating 300 Episodes of Tent Talk 37:27

12d ago37:27

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It's hard to believe that we've produced 300 episodes of Tent Talk, the farmers market podcast, since we started almost five years ago. You'd think we might run out of things to talk about, but nope! There are so many ideas to explore, questions to ponder, and issues to delve into. We love creating opportunities for market businesses and operations…

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June 29, 2024 - Tightwads & spendthrifts: navigating the money minefield In real relationships 44:47

14d ago44:47

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June 29th - Author Stephen Randell - Navigating Through Your Child's Addiction 23:24

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Episode 122 - Overcoming Farrowing Issues and Other Challenges for a First Year Farmer 1:12:29

20d ago1:12:29

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In this episode, I talke with Brian MacFarland of Five Forks Farm in Bruceton Mills, WV. Brian and his wife are just at the one year mark of having pigs on pasture. Farrowing has been tough for them the last year, but they are using these experiences to grow and hone their craft when it comes to raising pigs. Brian shares his "failures" in a honest…

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Ep 299: Market Interns: Eat, Work, Learn! 31:35

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Call it internship, apprenticeship or learning by doing, it's all about training the next generation of farmers, foodmakers and market managers on the job. On this week's episode we talk about how interns can help your market and ways to make those programs beneficial for both sides. A true internship provides education and that takes effort. Deter…

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June 22, 2024 - Financial Planning Canada's 2024 financial stress index 44:04

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June 22nd - Steve Jones, President Of Stingray Radio 24:28

1M ago24:28

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Ep 298: Nino Budabin McQuown: National Farmers Market Week Prep 27:49

1M ago27:49

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It's the 25th anniversary of National Farmers Market Week. Get ready to get ready with the Farmers Market Coalition Toolkit, it's available now. Get ahead of the game with early press releases and outreach to your local policy makers. Order your temporary I Love Farmers Market tattoos. Plan a celebration and don't forget to slip in a little educati…

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June 15, 2024 - Safeguarding your credit score 46:43

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June 15th - RSJR Hall Of Fame Rower & Coxswain Mike Power 25:24

28d ago25:24

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June 8th - Comedian John Sheehan 25:31

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Episode 121 - Explosive Growth from 2 Pigs to a Large Scale Farming Operation in Less Than 36 Months! 1:25:09

2M ago1:25:09

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In this episode, I talk with Bryson Lipscomb of Triple Oaks Farm in Virginia about how he and his wife took a simple hobby farm and in less than 3 years turned it into a large scale operation that has them both working full time now on the farm. Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. htt…

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Ep 297: Sagdrina Brown Jalal: Juneteenth is Just a Beginning 41:22

1M ago41:22

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Juneteenth is coming up, are you ready? With the mid-week holiday coming up, we're seeing observances and events scheduled this coming weekend also the following Saturday and Sunday, June 22nd and 23rd, in addition to June 19th itself. Sagdrina Brown Jalal joined us last year to discuss how to honor that day at our markets. This year we'll be ampli…

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June 8, 2024 - Author Laura Tamblyn Watts - aging parents & financial wellness 43:28

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June 1, 2024 - Elder financial abuse 45:20

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Ep 296: Vendor Story: Not Your Nonna's Sauce Co. 51:21

2M ago51:21

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We love a good vendor story almost as much as we love Not Your Nonna's nut-free pesto, full of locally grown basil. Adrianna Zizzo operates her pasta sauce business in six farmers markets a week. Her fledgling business weathered pandemic protocols shortly after she launched. This summer her business is celebrating its five year anniversary. Devoted…

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Episode 120 - Managing Red Wattles, Beef, Sheep, and the Frozen North as a retired Navy Officer 54:57

2M ago54:57

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In this episode, I talk with Maj Jim Brickson (retired) about his farm/homesteading efforts on 50 acres in Northern Minnesota. Jim and his wife are both retired from the military and looks to enjoy the golden years on the farm. We talk about some of the challenges that poses as well as how to manage aging and farming work. Check out the Brickson Yo…

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Ep 295: David Thayer: America's Farmers Market Celebration 2024 40:17

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It's a celebration, it's a contest, it's two exciting things at once and it kicks off this coming weekend. American Farmland Trust has operated America's Farmers Market Celebration for 16 years now. It offers a great chance to make your market more visible and engage your shoppers. The cash prizes are an added bonus. This year's contest is shorter …

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May 25, 2024 - Reasons for increased food costs & ways to save at the checkout 40:15

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Ep 294: Welcome Back to Tent Talk 41:40

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We’re baaaaack! Did you miss us? After our short recording hiatus, listen in to find out where we’ve been and where we’re growing next.🌱 It’s been a busy spring, and we’ve got a lot cookin’ over here. Follow along as we answer burning questions, including: How Catt and Brijet keep it real (hint: still schlepping barricades) The location for 2025's …

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May 18, 2024 - Money management 42:32

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May 18th - Singer-Song Writer & Host Of Our Songs On VOCM Chris Andrews 24:36

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May 16th - Sustainable Farming & Greenhouse Gardening 38:54

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Episode 119 - Adjusting and Evolving Market Setup for Maximum Efficiency - Sheraton Park Farms 1:01:18

2M ago1:01:18

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In this episode, I talke with Chuck Lewis of Sheraton Park Farms about how his farmer's market setup has evolved over time to produce the most efficient and profitable setup for his farm. Chuck dies into the details of cost and things to consider when setting up for a market. Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebo…

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Ep 293: Brent Preston: Farming for Good 38:46

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The work you do farming, or bringing small farmers and shoppers together, is vitally important. Brent Preston spoke at InTents: The Farmers Market Conference 2019 about his time as an organic farmer, the effects of farming on the environment and how farmers and consumers can change those. His book The New Farm: Our Ten Years on the Front Lines of t…

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May 11, 2024 - Retirement readiness 43:34

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May 11th - NAPE President Jerry Earle 25:36

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May 4 2024 - Registered education savings plan 40:38

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Ep 292: Encore Episode: Promotional Vendors at Your Service 25:12

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Would you get a chiropractic adjustment or purchase a time share at the grocery store? If you answered no, then why would you expect to find those services at the farmers market? This week on Tent Talk we discuss the pros and cons of hosting service providers and informational/promotional booths at your farmers market. Knife sharpeners, food prep s…

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Episode 118 -Exploring the Pros and Cons of an AGH X Hampshire cross with Evergreen Farm 49:14

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In this episode, I speak with Tyler Hill of Evergreen Farm in Pennsylvania. Tyler is working 53 acres with chickens, sheep and pigs. Pigs are his most recent addition and through providence, he ended up with a breeding pair of AGH X Hampshire. We explore the challenges of this cross and what he has liked and what he plans to do differently. Also, j…

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May 2nd - Bounce Health Innovation (Part 1) - Personalized Medicine & Patient Education 45:13

2M ago45:13

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Ep 291: Encore Episode: Pirate Vendors 32:56

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Pirate vendors, aargh! No, we’re not talking about buccaneers that sail the seven seas, we’re talking about sellers and solicitors that set up in or around a farmers market as unofficial vendors. Though usually well-intentioned, hawkers, buskers, petitioners, and street vendors can confuse shoppers about where and when the actual farmers market beg…

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April 27th - Dave Howells Photographer 26:17

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April 27 2024 - "Ask questions, save money, make more" 45:26

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Episode 117 - Discussing Processing Woes and How to Overcome Them 1:29:02

3M ago1:29:02

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In this episode, Rob Dowdle and I am have a comprehensive discussion on issues we have all faced with processors. Our conversation turns from the sad horror stories to how to manage issues and tips on how to prevent them in the first place. Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pastured Pig. https://…

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Ep 290: Encore Episode: Make Your Farmers Market Opening Grand 37:39

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Opening a new farmers market or starting a new season at an existing one is exciting. A lot goes into getting ready to launch, and building up to a truly grand opening. Building awareness and anticipation for both the community and your family of farmers and vendors means a busy opening day. Planning for the natural cycles of a new market will keep…

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April 20, 2024 - Your Money and why it makes us behave and feel in certain ways 43:32

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Profiles - RNC Media Relations & Public Communication Officer Const. James Cadigan 24:42

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Episode 116 - Building educational opportunities at Revercomb Farms in Virginia 52:20

3M ago52:20

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In this episode, I talk with Mindy Lipinski of Revercomb Farms in VA about how they manage their pigs on pasture and how they have added education opportunities to not only share their knowledge and experience but also to create additional income for the farm. Also, join us for discussion of all things pastured pig on our new facebook group, The Pa…

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Ep 289: Encore Episode: Communicate with your Market Community 58:42

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Communicating with your farmers market community can take a lot of forms nowadays. Do you send emailed vendor advisories? Use a private Facebook or Instagram group? Smoke signals or carrier pigeons, maybe? One way or another it's important for farmers, vendors and managers that everyone stays in the loop. In this episode Catt and Brijet and Justine…