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Here you'll find podcast episodes, hands-on tips and strategies for flower farmers and florists, upcoming events, and everything else happening in this corner of the floral and agritourism world.
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When customers pick up a bouquet of locally grown flowers, theyâre taking home more than just something pretty for their table. Theyâre supporting sustainable agriculture, embracing seasonal beauty, and choosing a product thatâs often fresher and more environmentally friendly than its imported count...
As a flower farmer and entrepreneur, Iâve had a lot of unexpected teachers â seasons, soil, spreadsheets⌠and a 1947 Christmas movie. In this weekâs episode of the Flower Farmer Forum podcast, I talked about what I call the âMiracle on 34th Streetâ philosophy â the idea that doing whatâs right for t...
From my conversation with Matt Diamante on the Flower Farmer Forum Podcast
When you think about marketing as a flower farmer, it can feel like this extra, overwhelming thing that you should be doing⌠but donât have time for. I get it. Between planting, harvesting, and making sure the bouquets are a...
Running a flower farm is more than just growing beautiful bloomsâit's about making strategic decisions that shape the future of your business. In this episode of the Flower Farmer Forum, I dove into one of the most important questions flower farmers and entrepreneurs must ask themselves: Are you cha...
Dahlias are one of the most beloved blooms in the cut flower world â and for good reason. Their vibrant colors, intricate petal structures, and long vase life make them a favorite for florists and flower lovers alike. But growing dahlias, especially at scale, can feel overwhelming. In this episode o...
Thereâs a common misconception that to be successful in flower farming, you have to go all inâquitting your job, dedicating every waking hour to the field, and making it your sole focus. But in this episode of the Flower Farmer Forum, Iâm here to bust that myth wide open. Flower farming doesnât have...