Overcoming Tragedy with Pepperharrow Farm (SFFF43)
When disaster strikes, how do you pick up the pieces and rebuild? In this episode, Jen and Adam O’Neill of Pepperharrow Farm share their powerful story of overcoming tragedy after a devastating tornado destroyed their flower farm. They discuss the emotional toll, the realities of farm insurance coverage, and the step-by-step process of rebuilding a flower farm from the ground up.
Whether you're a flower farmer, homesteader, or small business owner, this conversation is packed with valuable lessons on disaster preparedness, resilience in farming, and adapting to unforeseen challenges. Learn how they turned loss into opportunity, strengthened their farm, and found hope in the midst of destruction.
Tune in to hear their inspiring journey and gain practical tips on protecting your farm, rebuilding after setbacks, and creating a sustainable business—even in the face of disaster.
Are you focused on the wrong 80%? (SFFF42)
Not all efforts in flower farming yield the same results. The 80/20 rule, also known as Pareto’s Law, suggests that 80% of outcomes come from just 20% of efforts. In this blog post, I share how applying this principle to my flower farm helped me increase profits, reduce wasted effort, and streamline my business. From focusing on the most profitable crops to refining sales strategies, this simple shift made a huge impact. Keep reading to learn how you can apply the 80/20 rule to your own farm—and why working smarter, not harder, is the key to long-term success.
Clearing out the weeds with Jennifer of The Flowering Farmhouse (SFFF41)
What do you do when you lose your flower farm? For Jennifer Gulizia of The Flowering Farmhouse, the answer was to think bigger, not smaller. After losing her leased farmland in 2023, Jennifer didn’t just rebuild—she embraced a regenerative farming model, scaled her business, and turned a major setback into an opportunity for growth.
In this blog, we’re diving into the key lessons flower farmers can learn from Jennifer’s journey, including scaling sustainably, protecting your farm investments, and embracing business pivots with resilience. Whether you’re facing a challenge in your flower farming business or looking for ways to grow smarter, Jennifer’s story proves that every setback can be a setup for success.
A Look inside Lean Flower Farming (SFFF40)
Efficiency is the backbone of any profitable flower farming business. By optimizing daily tasks like dahlia digging, seed starting, and harvest management, you can save time, reduce labor costs, and increase your bottom line. In this blog post, we explore how implementing small systems can add up to thousands of dollars in savings and why strategic efficiency is key to a sustainable flower farm. Discover real-world examples from our own farm and learn how lean farming techniques can transform your operations and boost profitability. For an in-depth look at these strategies in action, join us at the Lean Flower Farming Workshop or listen to Episode 40 of the Six Figure Flower Farming Podcast.
How to implement systems (to get your time back and make more money) (SFFF39)
Struggling to keep up with farm tasks? The secret to working less while earning more is creating smart systems. In this episode of the Six-Figure Flower Farmer Podcast, I share simple, proven systems that have saved thousands of labor hours and tens of thousands of dollars. Learn how to eliminate wasted time, streamline workflows, and increase profitability on your farm.
Where 60% of our Revenue Comes From - and How you Can Do it Too (SFFF38)
Struggling to earn a steady income from your flower farm? 60% of my farm’s revenue comes from shoulder seasons—not the peak summer months! By using high tunnels, strategic planting, and targeting key flower holidays like Mother’s Day and Thanksgiving, I’ve extended my season and dramatically increased profitability.
Should you grow year-round? It depends! In Episode 38 of the Six Figure Flower Farming Podcast, I break down my real numbers, the best season extension tactics, and whether it makes sense for your farm.
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Customer Focused Agritourism With Dale Wickham (SFFF37)
Discover how Wickham Farms built a thriving 120-acre agritourism business by prioritizing customer experience, strategic growth, and word-of-mouth marketing. In this episode of The Six Figure Flower Farming Podcast, Dale Wickham shares insights on expanding farm offerings, creating an unforgettable guest experience, and using data-driven systems to scale successfully. Whether you run a flower farm, a pick-your-own operation, or are exploring agritourism, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you grow. Listen now and learn how to attract more visitors, increase revenue, and build a farm business that lasts.
My top 5 tips for debt-free flower farming (SFFF36)
Discover how to start and grow a profitable flower farm without taking on debt! In this blog post, I share my top five tips for debt-free flower farming, including practical strategies to keep costs low, create a budget, and plan your spending over the long term. Learn how buying used equipment, focusing on profit margins, and reinvesting in your business can help you achieve financial success while building a sustainable flower farm. Whether you’re just starting or looking to improve your farm’s profitability, these tips will guide you toward a thriving, debt-free flower business.