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 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 127: Sari Kimbell on finding success as a packaged food producer
Grow your CPG brand at the farmers market

Episode 126: Best of Tent Talk: Dr. Gail Myers on advocating for Black farmers
Reconnecting with cultural roots at the farmers market

Episode 125: JM Fortier on growing farmers and maximizing markets
It's not just a farmers market, it's a lifestyle

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 119: Happy New Year from the Farmers Market Pros
Important conference updates and a peek into 2021

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 114: Best of Tent Talk: Sarah Marshall live from InTents: The Farmers Market Conference 2019
Make a self-care plan to avoid farmers market burnout

Episode 113: Put on your big girl pants and make it work
Checking in with our friend, Maya Madsen

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

Episode 110: Shawn Menard on the challenges of planning indoor winter markets in 2020
Keep clear and open communication with your venue