The Dirt on Flowers Shannon Allen and Lyndsay Biehl

Lyndsay and Shannon chat with Janis Smith-Harris, a Canadian cut flower farmer from Harris Flower Farm in Saint Thomas, Ontario. Janis shares her journey from being an optician to becoming a full-time flower farmer, detailing the growth of her farm to nearly six acres. They discuss the challenges of weed control, the use of mechanized equipment, and innovative planting methods. Janis also highlights the importance of community and representation within the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers (ASCFG) for Canadian growers. The episode offers valuable insights and practical tips for flower farming enthusiasts.
Learn more about Harris Flower Farm by checking out her website and social media:
Website
Facebook
Instagram
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Shannon @bloomhillfarm

Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the challenges of flower farming, emphasizing the importance of resilience. They share insights on coping with weather impacts, the need for nutritious meals, and building inner strength. Key tips include acceptance, optimism, and taking responsibility for one's life. They highlight the value of community support, sharing a heartwarming story of a generous donation during tough times. Lindsay and Shannon encourage maintaining a positive attitude, finding humor in adversity, and invite listeners to join their community for exclusive content and support.
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This week Lyndsay and Shannon share the gritty realities of flower farming. They discuss the intense challenges faced during the first quarter, from staffing changes and overwhelming workloads to weather impacts on crops. Lyndsay talks about her recovery from surgery amid farm duties, while Shannon describes the hurdles of farm expansion and unpredictable weather. They delve into issues with tulips and ranunculus, including weather effects, marketing strategies, and pest infestations, and explore solutions like soil replacement and fungicides. Additionally, Lyndsay recounts a distressing encounter with mites in her chicken coop, but also celebrates the success of her tulip pick and the benefits of hiring new staff. The episode concludes with a look at summer plans, farm visibility, and a call for listener engagement, reflecting the resilience and adaptability required in the farming industry.

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Lyndsay and Shannon are joined by Emily Von Tapp of von Trapp Flowers and Linda D'Aarco of Little Farmhouse Flowers to discuss their experiences in flower farming, with a focus on growing tulips. They share their unique approaches to planting, cultivating, and harvesting tulips, including their use of different methods like hydroponics and crate growing. They also touch on the challenges they've faced, such as pest control and climate impacts on production. The impact of the pandemic on their businesses is discussed, leading to innovative shifts like moving their Tulip Workshop online. The episode is rich with insights on the practicalities of tulip farming and the importance of education and community in the industry.
Check out our special guest:
Emily von Trapp of VonTrapp Flowers
Linda D'Aarco of Little Farmhouse Flowers
Tulip Workshop
Podcast Reference:
Storing Peonies and Tulips + How to Handle Cut Flowers After Harvest with Dr. John Dole
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Lyndsay and Shannon share their expertise on marketing strategies for farm-based workshops. They discuss the importance of understanding the target audience, leveraging social media and email marketing, and the necessity of a well-structured launch plan. They share personal experiences and emphasize the need for authenticity in marketing messages. The episode covers the challenges of consistent marketing and offers practical tips for engaging potential customers, such as using Facebook events and personalized messaging. They provide actionable insights for effectively promoting workshops and adapting marketing tactics based on results.
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In this podcast episode, Lyndsay and Shannon, share their expertise on pricing strategies for farm workshops and events. They discuss cost-plus, hourly-based, and value-based pricing models, emphasizing the importance of planning and not underpricing. They explore targeting different audiences, like men for Mother's Day events, and adjusting marketing strategies accordingly. They also cover the comprehensive costs involved in running workshops. The episode is packed with practical advice, encouraging farmers to stay curious, monitor customer experiences, and brainstorm innovative event ideas. The next episode promises to tackle the critical aspect of marketing workshops.
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