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The Urban Farmer Podcast

Re-released for its 10th anniversary. The Urban Farmer is a documentary-style podcast that takes you behind the scenes of a real urban farming business to show you what it truly takes to run a successful farm in the city. Follow farmer Curtis Stone"s journey over an entire growing season as he produces food on just a third of an acre in Kelowna, BC, Canada. The show was initially recorded in 2015. This series, hosted by Diego Footer, explores the daily struggles and successes of urban farming

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50:21

Interplanting Gold: The Secret Tomato Strategy to...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/04/30

Curtis Stone transforms urban farming with his strategic tomato growing that generates 20% of his farm revenue. He talks about his no-till methods that virtually eliminate weeds while producing 4,000 pounds of tomatoes on just 1/3 acre. Curtis also sheds light on the counter-intuitive approach of growing "generic" tomatoes that chefs actually prefer over heirlooms, plus innovative interplanting techniques that maximize greenhouse space throughout the seasons. Subscribe for more content on

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34:20

Trapped On Small Acreage? How To Double Your Farm...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/04/09

In this rewind episode, Diego talks about practical strategies for maximizing your farm's profitability through optimized sales channels, strategic growing practices, and innovative space utilization techniques. Whether you're struggling to break even or looking to take your operation to the next level, these immediately implementable tactics will help you extract more value from every square foot you already have. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business

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40:11

The Urban Farming Blueprint: Building a Profitable...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/04/09

Curtis Stone shares his journey from zero experience to running a successful multi-location operation. He reveals exactly how much land you need, essential startup equipment, efficient growing methods, and strategies for selling to restaurants—all tested over six years of urban farming. Whether you're looking to transition careers or start a profitable side hustle, this episode doles out practical advice to avoid costly mistakes and maximize your urban farming success. Subscribe for more content on

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32:24

The Small Farm Advantage: Why Bigger Isn't Always...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/04/02

In this episode, Diego talks about accessing land as a new farmer, the value of properly identifying a profitable market niche for a sustainable business, and why working smarter is the key to a successful farm business. He also touches on the importance of taking breaks and setting aside time for self-care to maintain healthy relationships while running a business. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming tools, seeds, and

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42:52

No Land? No Problem! How to Get Free Farming...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/04/02

In this episode, Curtis Stone shares his secrets to making over $40,000 on just a quarter acre of borrowed land while avoiding the massive debt of property ownership. He talks about strategies to find, secure, and transform urban plots into highly productive micro-farms, even if you're just starting out with zero capital. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern

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38:33

The $600 Tool That Will Transform Your Farm Forever...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/03/26

In this episode, Diego breaks down the Jang Seeder: the $600 professional-grade tool that transforms seeding from a back-breaking chore into a precise, efficient process. He talks about how the Jang Precision Seeder works and why it's a worthy investment for every farm business. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower: Instagram Instagram Listen to other

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42:58

Maximize Your Market Garden: The Bed Density...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/03/26

Curtis talks about the single most common mistake he sees on farms across North America: under-planting beds. In this eye-opening episode, he discusses how to potentially double your farm income by optimizing bed density with direct-seeded crops. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower: Instagram Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower

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53:05

How Small Farms Thrive: Building a Community That Has...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/03/19

In this episode, Jodi Roebuck shares how building strong relationships with retailers, restaurants, and local businesses has made his farm more resilient and profitable than focusing on crops alone. He shares practical strategies for creating your own support network: from hosting business owners at your farm to creating mutually beneficial partnerships with complementary producers. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming

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57:39

From Haters to Watchdogs: How Urban Farming Changes...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/03/19

In this episode, Curtis shares how he turned skeptical neighbors into his biggest supporters and why even strangers respect the hard work visible in well-maintained urban gardens. He talks about how urban farming reaches beyond growing food: it touches neighborhoods and becomes a catalyst for community change. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:

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38:51

Stop Wasting Time Babying Your Transplants (Rewind -...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/03/12

Stop overthinking transplanting and start making money. In this Urban Farmer Rewind episode, Diego breaks down the crucial fundamentals new market gardeners miss while chasing fancy equipment and advanced techniques. He talks about how to save time transplanting in the field by sticking to Curtis Stone's advice: "Green side up." Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow

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51:51

Interplanting Mastery: How to Double Your Farm's...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/03/12

In this episode, urban farmer Curtis Stone shares how he doubles his farm's output through interplanting strategies. He reveals his step-by-step approach to efficient transplanting and interplanting strategies that maximize space. Curtis discusses which crops are worth transplanting versus direct seeding, as well as the key timing secrets that allow for continual harvests throughout the season. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get

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01:01:54

Weather-Proof Your Farm: How to Grow Year-Round in...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/03/05

In this episode, farmer Jodi and host Diego talk all about unpredictable weather and implementing crop protection to keep production beds safe. They also talk about how crop protection shields beds from the elements and helps accelerate growth even in challenging weather conditions. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower: Instagram Instagram Listen to

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49:31

From Barren to Bountiful: The Urban Farmer's Guide to...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/03/05

In this episode, Curtis shares essential knowledge for market gardeners during the critical spring setup phase. He details his three proven irrigation systems and explains why cheap hardware store solutions ultimately cost more in wasted time and failed crops. He also talks about manipulating crop growth using low-cost poly tunnels and creating predictable harvest schedules even in unpredictable spring weather. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business

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45:02

STOP Leaving Money on the Table: Market Garden...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/02/26

In this episode of Urban Farmer Rewind, farmer Jodi and host Diego break down the critical pricing and sales strategies every market gardener needs to know: unit pricing beats weight-based pricing every time. They talk about how to set prices that maximize profits without scaring customers away and how premium pricing with premium presentation can dramatically increase your earnings without selling more produce. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business

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46:21

Simple Pricing, Smart Scaling (S1W4)

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/02/26

In this episode, discover how a simple pricing system, smart hiring decisions, and efficient growing methods can create a sustainable farm income on just a quarter acre of land. Curtis shares his unconventional approach to pricing farm products—keeping prices consistent for 5+ years while still growing his business. Learn why obsessing over competitor pricing might be holding you back, and how to create value that transcends price sensitivity. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming,

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01:04:55

Profitable Farming: Focusing on Tasks That Pay...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/02/19

Farmer Jodi and host Diego look back at market gardening wisdom over the past decade. They talk about how focusing on tasks that pay yields better results, how small "poor boy" improvements can dramatically increase efficiency, and why optionality is critical to running a successful market garden. Jodi and Diego also touch on the challenges and nuances of managing employees, building efficient systems, and adapting to changing market conditions. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming,

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53:12

No-Till Mastery: Saving Time and Maximizing Profits...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/02/19

In this episode, discover how Curtis maximizes efficiency through strategic time management and innovative no-till methods. Curtis shares about his journey transitioning his urban farm from high-tillage to no-till to reduce weed pressure and cut down on time working on the field, using technology to stay organized, and making smart decisions about which on-farm tasks to prioritize. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming

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56:39

Market Farming Mastery: Winter Planning in Peak...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/02/12

Farmer Jodi Roebuck and host Diego dive into navigating the complexities of seasonal planning, business growth, and market adaptation. Jodi and Diego also talk about how crucial it is to plan early and map out winter crops at the peak of summer production, the dangers of expanding the business too quickly, prioritizing which tasks truly matter, and building market streams for a sustainable farm business. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!

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48:39

Small Space, Big Profits: Doubling Restaurant Sales...

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/02/12

Discover how urban farmer Curtis Stone generates $85,000 on just 1/3 acre by mastering restaurant sales. Learn how Curtis doubled his restaurant customers without adding land, how he started building solid relationships with chefs, and how he balanced his produce between farmer's market and restaurant sales. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights! Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower: Instagram

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51:36

The Urban Farmer Rewind: 10 Years Later (S1W1)

The Urban Farmer Podcast ·

2025/02/05

Step back in time to explore how urban farming has transformed over the past decade. This special retrospective episode features Jodi Roebuck and Diego Footer analyzing the evolution of small-scale farming since The Urban Farmer first aired. Learn how the industry has matured, from the development of specialized tools to refined growing techniques. Discover which core principles have stood the test of time, including Curtis Stone's influential crop value rating system and approach to farm

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