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304 How to Document Your Farm Promotions So You Can Recycle Them Easily

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

Release Date: 03/19/2025

328 Five Consumer Marketing Strategies Farmers Can Steal to Sell More

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

Ever had a marketing nerd moment in a grocery store aisle? That was me last week. I was shopping for soap and paper towels when I spotted two clever packaging choices that completely reframed everyday items—and stopped me in my tracks. And that got me thinking… What if we could borrow the same playbook as big consumer brands? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down five powerful marketing strategies that mainstream brands use to breathe new life into their products—and how YOU, as a farmer, can adapt these ideas to your own veggie boxes, meat bundles, cheese, flowers, and more. These...

327 Turn “Sold Out” Into Your Best Marketing Tool

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

What if you stopped hiding your “sold out” signs—and started using them as a marketing advantage? Last week, while I was restocking products in our online store, I noticed a few items were still showing from the previous week—greyed out because they had sold out. My first instinct? Clean them up. But then I had a lightbulb moment: What if I left them there on purpose? Because “Sold Out” sends a message—actually, several. And in this episode, I’m going to show you how to turn sold-out items into one of the most powerful, persuasive, no-cost marketing strategies on your farm....

326: Making the Most of a TV Media Opportunity for Your Farm Business

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

August 20, 2025 What would you do if the news station called and asked to feature your farm... tomorrow morning? Would you panic? Wing it? Or would you know how to strategically show up and shine? Well, that’s exactly what happened to us. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of our recent appearance on WTOL’s It’s a Good Day morning show—and break down the exact steps my husband Kurt and I took to make the most of this golden moment for our farm business. You’ll learn how to prepare for a media appearance, show up like a pro, and use the afterglow to grow your brand, email...

325 Twenty Ways to Use Farm Merch in Your Farm Marketing

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

Local Line is my preferred e-commerce platform for farmers. Are you looking for a new solution for your farm? I can't recommend it enough. Easy-to-use inventory management, great customer service, continuous improvement, and a culture dedicated to equipping farmers with marketing expertise. Local Line is offering a free premium feature for free for one year on top of your paid subscription. Claim your discount by signing up for a Local Line account today and using the coupon code: MDF2025. Head to my special affiliate link to get started: If your marketing to-do list is starting to...

324 8 Instagram Story Ideas You Can Use for your Farm Every Week

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

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 a IG Story? In this episode, I break down 8 specific Story content ideas that I use every single week to show up consistently and connect with my audience — especially during the busy farm season. Whether you're totally new to IG Stories platform or you're ready to make them more intentional...

323 The Secret to My 60-Cent Leads — How I Found a High-Performing Facebook Ad by Accident

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

322 Using Collaborations to Market Your Farm with Erika from Taste the Local Difference

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

Podcast Sponsors: Local Line is my preferred e-commerce platform for farmers. Are you looking for a new solution for your farm? I can't recommend it enough. Easy-to-use inventory management, great customer service, continuous improvement, and a culture dedicated to equipping farmers with marketing expertise. Local Line is offering a free premium feature for free for one year on top of your paid subscription. Claim your discount by signing up for a Local Line account today and using the coupon code: MDF2025. Head to my special affiliate link to get started: If...

321 How to Engage Customers While They Wait — Improving the Bulk Meat Buying Experience

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

If your farm sells bulk meat, you’ve probably experienced this challenge: a customer places their deposit… and then has to wait 4–6 months before pickup. That’s a long time to keep someone excited, informed, and connected. But what if that “dead zone” in your customer journey could actually become your secret weapon for building loyalty, reducing buyer’s remorse, and increasing repeat purchases? In this week’s episode, I sit down with Breann Detweiler, a pastured meat farmer in my Farm Marketing School. During a private 1:1 call, we workshop how to build a...

320 How to Create a VIP Customer Strategy for Your Farm Part 2

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

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 feel deeply connected to your brand—this episode gives you the blueprint to build that community on purpose. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The 4 different ways to structure a VIP system (and how to choose the right one) Simple methods to track VIP customer behavior without fancy...

319 How to Create a VIP Customer Strategy for Your Farm Part 1

My Digital Farmer | Marketing Strategies for Farmers

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 helps you create a plan to identify, reward, and retain your farm’s most valuable customers. Part 1 is all about figuring out who those people are, and what kind of behavior you want to encourage more of. You’ll learn: Why your business needs a VIP strategy What behaviors to track...

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Have you ever found yourself scrambling to write an email or social media post for a promotion—only to realize you already did it last year? What if I told you there’s a simple way to save yourself hours next season? Today, I’m sharing how documenting your promotions as you go can eliminate the guesswork and make next year’s marketing 10x easier. Instead of reinventing the wheel, you’ll learn how to track what works, streamline your marketing efforts, and save tons of time.

In this episode, you'll discover:

📂 Why most farmers waste time recreating marketing materials every year
📝 What to document in your Farm Promotions Logbook
✅ How to organize your past promotions for easy access next season
🚜 Real-life examples of how I’ve streamlined my marketing using this method

Your Homework: Create a simple Farm Promotions Google folder/doc today and add your last major promo materials to it.

Need help? 👉 Grab my free Farm Promotion Google Doc Template here: www.mydigitalfarmer.com/promolog

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📆 Creating a promotion calendar that drives consistent sales
🛠️ Setting up & optimizing your Google Business Profile
📧 Writing high-converting emails (nurture, promotions, onboarding, cart recovery)
🗣️ Collecting & using customer testimonials effectively
🔍 Auditing & improving your sales funnel
💬 Monthly live coaching calls for answers to your burning questions

Each project includes a workshop and step-by-step plan so you can take action and see results without the overwhelm. Join here:
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📄 Farm Promotion Playbook Template: www.mydigitalfarmer.com/promolog
🎙️ Episode 296: How to Build a Farm Promotion Calendar That Drives Sales All Year Long
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