Tent Talk, the farmers market podcast
Whether you’re a farmers market manager, a farmer or food maker selling at farmers markets, a policy maker or market supplier, Tent Talk is the podcast for you!
How to listen to Tent Talk
Stream our most recent episodes below or find Tent Talk wherever you regularly get your podcasts. With a new episode every Monday, Tent Talk brings you new farmers market knowledge on a weekly basis. There is so much that goes into farmers markets, and so many interesting people involved, we will never run out of material!
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Episode 140: Darlene Wolnik on supporting farmers markets through the good times and the bad
It takes time for farmers markets to recover
Episode 139: Expert advice for new farmers market managers
Tips from our Farmers Market Pros community
Episode 137: Heidi Anderson on attracting devoted shoppers through value-based marketing
Craft your message around your target customer’s values
Episode 136: Kathy Newsom on balancing market budgets with fundraising programs
Ask your community for help
Episode 134: Getting prepped for the start of farmers market season
Spring re-openings after a long, strange year
Episode 133: Cynthia Wallesz on strategic planning for your market and your business
Identify your values and know your mission
Episode 131: Hannah Fuller on how to plan and execute a successful Instagram takeover
Expand your social media reach
Episode 129: Matt Sylvester on farming for markets vs. farming for CSA programs
The pros and cons of farmers markets for small farmers
Episode 128: Catching up on news from our Farmers Market Pros community as the season changes
Pandemic fatigue, job openings and PPP loans
Episode 126: Best of Tent Talk: Dr. Gail Myers on advocating for Black farmers
Reconnecting with cultural roots at the farmers market
Episode 124: Ellen Rawley on increasing farmers market sales through value added products
Expand your product offerings and expand your bottom line
Episode 123: Corrina Smith on what's happening at farmers markets in Missouri
Different states, same challenges
Episode 122: De-escalating tense situations at the farmers market
Stay calm, cool and collected
Episode 121: Sheree Moratto and Stephanie Jokich on farmers market cooperatives
It's better when we work together
Episode 118: Alison Einerson on relocating a farmers market during COVID-19
Find empty retail space to host your winter market
Episode 116: Increase your market's competitive advantage with a curated mix of crafters
Crafting your farmers market vendor list
Episode 115: Keep your outdoor winter markets bright and welcoming
Surviving the cold and dark market season
Episode 112: Cara Mae Wooledge on shopping at farmers markets this holiday season
Promote your market as a place to shop local and shop safely
Episode 111: Where we are, where we've been and where we're going
Develop a plan and a back-up plan