Helping Farmers Get Better at Marketing
August 13, 2025 When most people think about farm merch—aka swag—they imagine T-shirts with your logo. Maybe a tote bag. Maybe a hat. But what if I told you that farm swag is one of the most underutilized marketing tools in your farm business? Swag isn’t just “extra.” It’s strategic. Done right, it becomes a walking billboard… a…
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August 6, 2025 Instagram Stories are one of the most underutilized and powerful tools in a farmer’s marketing toolbox. They’re fast. Raw. Relatable. And they let your audience peek behind the curtain of your farm life, creating trust and connection in just a few frames. But what the heck should you even talk about in…
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July 30, 2025 What if your next high-converting Facebook ad wasn’t something you had to invent from scratch—but was already hiding in plain sight on your farm’s social feed? In this episode, I share how I stumbled onto a wildly successful Facebook ad that grew my email list by over 500 people in just a…
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July 23, 2025 What if there was a way to instantly get in front of new customers who are already primed to trust you? In today’s episode, we’re digging into the power of collaborations—one of the smartest and most underused marketing strategies for farmers. You’ll hear real-life examples of creative partnerships that drive sales, grow…
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July 9, 2025 Last week we mapped out what your farm’s VIP program could look like. This week, it’s time to bring it to life. How do you structure it? Communicate it? Track it? And… what if someone loses VIP status? If you’ve ever wanted a loyal sub-group of “superfans” who promote your farm, buy regularly, and…
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July 2, 2025 Have you ever walked into a place so often that the staff knew your name—and your order? There’s something magical about being recognized and treated like a regular. It creates loyalty. That’s the idea behind a VIP strategy—and your farm needs one. In today’s episode, I kick off a 2-part series that…
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June 25, 2025 Have you every wished for a fun excuse to surprise your customers, build some goodwill, and boost mid-season sales? Well, what if I told you that July 14th is National Give Something Away Day—and it might just be the perfect opportunity to try something new, spark some joy, and get people buzzing about your farm?…
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June 18, 2025 by Corinna Bench What would happen if you merged a grocery store and a farmers market—and gave small farms a seven-day-a-week sales channel that actually pays them what they’re worth? In today’s episode, I interview Alex Blume, Marketing Manager for Argus Farm Stop, a mission-driven retail concept based in Ann Arbor, Michigan,…
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June 11, 2025 Have you ever noticed how your mid-tier product seems to sell the best? That’s not an accident. This week I was researching pickleball memberships at Toledo Pickleball Club! And I noticed that I was drawn to a specific “tier” of membership from all the choices. And although it wasn’t cheap, I still…
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June 4, 2025 Back in high school, I was that kid—the one who planned elaborate treasure hunts for my friends. I loved the thrill of creating a map and leading them from clue to clue, always pointing to the next step. And honestly? That’s what a great thank you page does, too. In this episode,…
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