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Carrot Cashflow is the first 100% business-focused podcast for small-scale farmers and market gardeners. Learn how to market your farm products better, increase sales, and get more customers. This show is for anyone who wants to run a farm business profitably. Each episode explores a farm business topic. Some episodes feature guests where we talk with a beginning or experienced farmer, diving deep... more

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What's the most common advice when a farm isn't making money? Sell more. Find more customers. Add a market. Get into wholesale. And if demand is your problem, that's the right advice. But what if demand isn't your problem?

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Back in 2019, Troy and Cindy Dickens quit their jobs, sold their house, paid off every dollar of debt, and started farming half an acre while living in a school bus off-grid.

One caterpillar tunnel, 23 CSA members, a good week was $1,000 at the mar... more

A farmer told me something that stopped me cold: "I don't think we ever designed the farm well enough around having children." Seven years in, two kids, and that sentence had never been said out loud until I asked. Almost nobody designs their farm fo... more

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The last time Troy Dickens and Diego talked was 2020: no kids, a farm in Massachusetts, and Troy living in a converted school bus. Five years later, Troy and Cindy run Tilth and Timber on about three-quarters of an acre in Castine, Maine, with a five... more

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Recent Guests

Troy Dickens
Farmer, Tilth and Timber Farm co-owner
Tilth and Timber Farm
Episode: He Thought Farming Would Be Easier in 5 Years (He Was Wrong)
Cindy Dickens
Farmer, co-owner and spouse of Troy
Dickens Farm (fictional name inferred from transcript)
Episode: Nobody Designs Their Farm for Their Kids (Then Everything Breaks)
Bill Brinkerhoff
Founder of Argus Farm Stop
Argus Farm Stop
Episode: The Reselling Strategy That Added $30,000 to One Farm
Ben Hartman
Market farmer and author featured in this episode
Lean Farm / Local food movement
Episode: Ben Hartman: How to Stay in Business 20 Years by Doing Less, Better (CC60)
Robert Arnold
Farmer discussed with early Saturday ramp-ups
Farmer
Episode: 7 Hidden Costs of Your First Year at a Farmers Market
Daniel Garcia
Farmer in Indianapolis, discussed market fatigue and scheduling
Farmer
Episode: 7 Hidden Costs of Your First Year at a Farmers Market
Herman Bruns
Farmer providing commentary on weather impact
Farmer
Episode: 7 Hidden Costs of Your First Year at a Farmers Market
Jody Robuck
Advisor on unsold products and field decisions
Farmer/Advisor
Episode: 7 Hidden Costs of Your First Year at a Farmers Market
Joe Klebonowski
Farmer in Oklahoma, discussed market as marketing engine
Farmer
Episode: 7 Hidden Costs of Your First Year at a Farmers Market

Host

Diego Footer
Host of Modern Grower Network shows; central organizer and interviewer.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Great show!

    This is a well executed, informative show.

    Thanks for all the hard work, Diego!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CERT1006
    Canada3 years ago
  • Best podcast for Aspiring Farmers

    As an aspiring farmer I really enjoy hearing about the nuts and bolts of running a small operation. This podcast is both farming and the business of farming. Keep em coming Diego!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simoney Says
    United States3 years ago
  • Business of farming

    Thank for the business focused attention to farming. Being profitable is a major part of sustainability in any business. Thanks for all you do. 🤙🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaar Farms
    United States4 years ago
  • Gives Great Applicable Info

    I am especially thankful for the 4-part Seeding Thoughts series and the interview with Ellen Polishuk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edgie V
    United States4 years ago
  • Superb podcast

    D – I – E – G - O. You nailed it! Well done with this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    planet zhong
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Ben Hartman: How to Stay in Business 20 Years by Doing Less, Better (CC60)
Q: What is your practical approach for new farmers to start selling successfully without getting overwhelmed?
Begin with one crop and one market, then gradually expand. Build strong relationships with a few high-value buyers, collect clear value sheets with exact crop, timing, and quantity, and scale only after you've proven a reliable system and demand.
Ben Hartman: How to Stay in Business 20 Years by Doing Less, Better (CC60)
Q: First off, how has market farming changed over the last 20 years, and what lessons stand out as you look back?
Over 20 years, everything from seed genetics to tools and content has evolved, but the core remains: stay lean, be selective, and align production with a focused set of high-value buyers. The big changes include increased access to information and more specialized markets, which reward deep expertise and tight customer relationships.
From $247 Market Days to $10,000 Weeks (CC59)
Q: What would you say to someone starting in farming in 2026 who feels the money is tight and hours are long?
Trust the process, stay consistent, and keep showing up. Build relationships with customers early, track and adapt revenue streams (market, online sales, CSA), and be willing to aggregate or partner with other producers to stabilize supply and cash flow.
Chef Mikey Russo on Building a Farm Brand, Not Just a Farm (CC58)
Q: How did you establish yourself in your market and secure restaurant clients consistently?
I focused on social media to build relationships, reached out to established clients first, and structured my production around what those clients wanted. By talking to chefs about what they needed, I planned crops backwards from the demand, ensuring consistent supply and weekly deliveries.
Year One of Market Farming at 55 (CC57)
Q: Did you make the jump to full-time market farming, and how has it gone so far?
The guest explains it was about a year since going full-time, with significant physical and mental adaptation, and progress through a challenging season marked by learning and steady improvement.

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What is Carrot Cashflow about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A business-focused deep-dive show for small-scale farming and market gardening, centered on turning agricultural passion into profitable enterprises. Episodes frequently explore practical strategies for marketing, pricing, and diversifying revenue—covering topics like lean farming, direct-to-restaurant sales, year-round aggregation, and operating efficiently within small footprints. Guests often share real-world numbers, customer-first planning, and systems that scale without bloating costs, making the program useful for farmers aiming to improve cash flow, sustainability, and market reach. A notable strength is the emphasis on actionable frameworks and case studies, from lean production to revenue diversification, with frequent guest exper... more

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1. Troy Dickens
2. Cindy Dickens
3. Bill Brinkerhoff
4. Ben Hartman
5. Robert Arnold
6. Daniel Garcia
7. Herman Bruns
8. Jody Robuck

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