Seed Industry Unpacked: Thoreau & Footer on Sourcing & Sales
TL;DR: Chris Thoreau and Diego Footer examine the seed industry, revealing how companies acquire, process, and market seeds to growers.
- Seed companies source globally, impacting variety and availability.
- Processing methods influence seed viability and storage.
- Sales strategies dictate access to specific seed types.
- Understanding the supply chain aids in seed selection.
- Microgreen growers benefit from deep seed industry knowledge.
Why it matters: Understanding the globalized and complex seed industry helps growers make informed decisions about sourcing, ensuring better crop success and sustainability.
Do this next: Listen to the full podcast to gain a comprehensive understanding of seed industry operations.
Recommended for: Anyone in sustainable farming, market gardening, or microgreens production seeking deeper knowledge of seed sourcing and industry practices.
In this episode, veteran microgreens grower Chris Thoreau and content creator Diego Footer discuss how seed companies source, process, and sell their seed stocks. 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 Podcast Network: Carrot Cashflow Farm Small Farm Smart Farm Small Farm Smart Daily The Growing Microgreens Podcast The Urban Farmer Podcast The Rookie Farmer Podcast In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books: Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon Ready Farmer One on Amazon Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.