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Nearly 48 million Americans lived in food-insecure households in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and close to a third of the food produced in the United States goes to waste. Last year alone, roughly 15,000 American farms went out of business. Farmlink exists in the gap between those numbers. It started in April 2020, when college junior Aidan Reilly and his co-founder James Kanoff were sent home at the start of the pandemic and learned their local food bank had gone from serving 300 families a week to 1,000, almost overnight. Around the same time, they read about farmers dumping millions of gallons of milk and burying truckloads of potatoes because the contracts that normally moved their produce to schools, stadiums, and restaurants had disappeared. With no experience in farming or logistics, they started cold-calling farmers, rented a U-Haul, and made their first delivery: 60,000 eggs to a food bank. Ten days later they had 200 volunteers. Three weeks later they had moved a million pounds of food. Six years on, Farmlink is a fully remote, asset-light organization that, according to its founders, works with a network of more than 1,000 charity partners across every state. In this conversation, Aidan and CEO Eliza Blank explain what it actually takes to move perishable food fast, at scale, with no warehouses and no trucks of their own, and why they consider themselves the last call a farmer makes, not the first. As Eliza puts it, Farmlink exists to make sure "logistics is not the reason, and cost of transportation never is the reason why people aren't getting fed." In this episode, you'll learn: Why two 21-year-olds with zero farming experience became the people U.S. farmers call when they have nowhere left to turn How Farmlink moves perishable surplus into the hands of families in need within 24 to 72 hours, with no warehouses or trucks of its own Why the organization covers both coordination and freight costs, and how that decision unlocked supply that would otherwise rot in the field What is actually driving the wave of American farm closures, and why Farmlink wants to help farmers get paid, not just donate for free How a growing database of charity partners is helping Farmlink understand real-time capacity across a national network Why human relationships and trust, built over six years, remain the one thing technology cannot replace, even as data plays a bigger role What it would take to responsibly adapt the Farmlink model beyond the United States, and why the founders insist local ownership has to come first About the guests Aidan Reilly is co-founder of Farmlink, which he started in 2020 as a college student to connect farm surplus with communities facing food insecurity across the United States. Eliza Blank is Chief Executive Officer of Farmlink, leading the organization's work coordinating logistics, cost, and a nationwide network of charity partners to reduce food waste and hunger. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 350+ case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship. 

What happens after you build something people love and realize your biggest work is still ahead of you? Eliza Blank spent over a decade turning The Sill into a category-defining brand, bootstrapping for five years before taking outside capital, and learning everything from brand strategy to financial modeling on the fly. Then, at the height of her success, she pivoted to FarmLink, a nonprofit rescuing hundreds of millions of pounds of surplus food for the 48 million Americans who need it most. In this episode of Celebrate Your Story, Eliza tells me about what building a startup actually costs — the relationships you deprioritize, the sleep you lose, and the questions that don't show up in any business plan. She also talks about the partner who made the leap possible and the moment she realized purpose and profit don't have to live in separate worlds.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of college students across the U.S. began a remote, nationwide project – called Farmlink – with the goal of  distributing surplus food to food banks and those in need. The program grew to support a fellowship, which guides students through learning about reforming food systems, provides them with a full-time position at a farm, food bank, or distributor, and finally facilitates the students’ creation of a project that would help to strengthen the infrastructure of food systems in their communities.  Riley Bader is a senior at the University of Oregon, and one of Farmlink’s 6 chosen fellows from colleges and universities across the U.S. Stella Delp is the head of community and student programs at Farmlink, and one of the founders of the organization. They both join us to discuss their work.  

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In this episode, Dr. Rob Harter sits down with Aidan Reilly, co-founder of The Farmlink Project, a nonprofit that began as a college passion project and grew into a national food recovery movement. What started in 2020 as two friends trying to make a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic quickly evolved into a logistics powerhouse that has since delivered over 350 million pounds of food—soon to be half a billion. Aidan shares the compelling origin story of Farmlink and how a group of students bridged the gap between farms with surplus food and food banks in desperate need. With impressive agility, grassroots organizing, and a deep sense of purpose, Farmlink has scaled nationwide and is now exploring international efforts. Aidan also discusses how Farmlink is addressing food waste, hunger, and climate change simultaneously—and how their innovative model may one day make their own work unnecessary. Key Topics Include: The founding of Farmlink during the pandemic by college students looking to make an impact How Farmlink grew from a local food rescue effort to a national nonprofit operating in 27+ states The logistics of moving nearly half a billion pounds of food and partnering with over 1,200 food banks and 400 farms The systemic causes of food waste in the U.S. and how Farmlink is creating long-term infrastructure solutions How Farmlink measures and communicates its climate and hunger relief impact to donors The role of AI, predictive analytics, and capacity mapping in scaling nonprofit operations Why public-private partnerships and policy advocacy are essential to solving food insecurity at scale Mentioned in This Episode: The Farmlink Project Abundance: The Farmlink Documentary (YouTube) This Episode is Sponsored By: DonorBox Links to Resources: Interested in Leadership and Life Coaching? Visit Rob's website: RobHarter.com Find us on YouTube: Nonprofit Leadership Podcast YouTube Channel Suggestions for the show? Email us at nonprofitleadershippodcast@gmail.com Request a sample coaching session: Email Rob at rob@robharter.com Subscribe and ShareListen and subscribe to the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or Amazon. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with other nonprofit leaders! Summary The conversation with Aidan Reilly from the Farm Link Project explores the organization’s journey from a student-led initiative to a national movement addressing food waste and hunger. Aidan shares insights on the importance of partnerships, innovative solutions, and the impact of their work on communities and the environment. The discussion highlights the challenges faced in scaling their efforts and the vision for a sustainable food system that eliminates waste and hunger. Quotes“We shouldn’t, let’s try to help.”“We rescued 50 million apples.”“We work with all food banks.” Chapters00:00 The Birth of Farm Link Project02:54 Scaling Up: Partnerships and Systems05:48 Connecting Farms and Food Banks08:40 Addressing Food Waste and Consumer Preferences11:35 Measuring Impact: Hunger Relief and Climate Outcomes19:54 Harnessing AI for Nonprofit Scalability22:34 Eliminating Waste and Hunger: A Guiding Philosophy26:18 Building Infrastructure for Zero Waste29:10 Overcoming Operational Challenges in Scaling33:58 Strategizing for Future Growth and Impact

In this episode of Your Daily Chocolate, we talk with Aidan Reilly, co-founder of The FarmLink Project, a U.S. nonprofit combating hunger and food waste. Aidan shares how the project began during the COVID-19 pandemic when he and his college friends identified a need for food distribution. Since then, FarmLink has rescued nearly 500 million pounds of food and provided it to families in need across America. Aidan discusses the logistics, impact, and future goals of FarmLink, including its environmental benefits and the organization's intention to eliminate food insecurity. Listen in to get inspired and learn how you can support this remarkable initiativeEpisode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Need for Good News00:25 Meet Aiden Riley and the FarmLink Project01:13 The Beginnings of FarmLink During COVID02:19 Challenges and Early Successes05:38 Scaling Up and Expanding Nationwide06:55 Addressing Hunger and Food Insecurity08:38 Natural Disasters and Food Waste Solutions16:29 Environmental Impact and Sustainability19:52 Operational Efficiency and Future Goals21:41 Community Engagement and Education27:16 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing RemarksAidan Reilly is the co-founder of the Farmlink Project, a US based nonprofit which is fighting hunger across the country using food that would've otherwise gone to waste. Since co-founding this project as a student during the pandemic, the group has prevented nearly 500 million lbs of food from going to the landfill and gotten it to families all across America. Watch our new documentaryPhone: (213)-222-3706Email: aidan.reilly@farmlinkproject.org                       Website: farmlinkproject.org

Our latest episode is with Ben Collier, CEO of Farmlink, which connects farms with surplus to food banks to feed people in need and reduce carbon emissions. Ben shares the history of Farmlink and how they are rebranding food waste as “abundance,” which is explored in their short film by the same name: “Abundance: The Farmlink Story.” Together, Ben and Nika explore the role of food rescue organizations in the effort to reduce food waste. We end the episode by looking ahead at future opportunities for large scale produce rescue.

Food Tank, in collaboration with The Germeshausen Foundation, and Oatly, recently hosted a special luncheon event on Capitol Hill to explore issues of food access and affordability, Food is Medicine, and food loss and waste prevention. Discussions explore the interagency collaboration that is moving the needle on food loss and waste, the importance of federal nutrition programs to food is medicine solutions, and the momentum that continues to build around food systems transformation. Speakers include U.S. Congressmembers Jim McGovern, Chellie Pingree, and Ayanna Pressley; Catherine Oakar, The White House; Admiral Rachel Levine, The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; Jean Buzby, USDA Office of the Chief Economist; Alberto Gonzalez Jr., USDA Food and Nutrition Service; Ruth Petersen, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Sophia Adelle, Farmlink; Alexandra Ashbrook, Food Research and Action Center; Caron Gremont, FRESHFARM; Regina Harmon, Food Recovery Network; Steven Jennings, Ahold Delhaize USA; Mandy Katz, Giant Food; and Amanda Oenbring, Upcycled Food Association. While you're listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

If you have lived on Oahu during the COVID pandemic or more recently, then you probably already know about FarmLink. In this episode we speak with its Founder, Rob Barreca about the pre-covid days of this online, local-only food marketplace and how it has grown by leaps and bounds since. We find out how he went from "geek for good" to CEO of an innovative new Hawaii-based company and is now firmly in the role of Chief Technology Officer to ensure FarmLink's success into their promising future.Brought to you by University of Hawaii College of Tropical Ag. and Human Resources (CTAHR), and the Seeds of Well-being (SOW) Project. This podcast is supported by the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture and Hawaii Department of Agriculture.Resources:FarmLink Olin Lagon Holy Cow bar in San Francisco (archive)Compost CabGoFarm HawaiiPetal Mettle FlowersKamehameha Schools Mahiai MatchupUlupono InitiativeElemental ExcelleratorLocal Orbit softwareDelivery Biz Pro softwareShopify web platformDaBux SNAP/EBT DiscountsMa'o FarmsHawaii Banana SourceKamehameha Schools Podcast with SOWFind out more about us: Seeds Of Wellbeing website Seeds of Wellbeing Resource Hub All the SOW links

"We have every intention of being as additive as possible to this space. I think change in general is uncomfortable, and I think in nonprofit work there can be an aversion to change and aversion to risk. And as much as possible, it's our job to show why we are not something to be afraid of." – Ben CollierMany nonprofits are launched in response to a pressing problem. Yet so many struggle to address those problems effectively. The key to nonprofit success lies in their ability to offer viable solutions rather than simply managing the problem. That's the mindset that drives Ben Collier's work at FarmLink, an innovative organization bridging the gap between the food waste and hunger in the US.Each year, 40% of food grown in the US goes to waste. At the same time, 34 million Americans face food insecurity. Food banks play a crucial role in addressing hunger. But their capacity is limited. That's where FarmLink is stepping in, connecting surplus produce with those in need. By adding a simple step to the process chain, FarmLink is helping end both food waste and insecurity.In this bonus Camp Redwood Sessions episode, Ben Collier shares how FarmLink was founded out of a pandemic-era passion project—and the transformations it has experienced to turn it into a thriving nonprofit. Ben also reflects on his personal growth as a young CEO and the organization's steep learning curves over the past few years. We'll learn how FarmLink fits into the food conservation cycle and how they're working to put a stop to the social stigma around food accessibility and solve hunger in America.Contents1 - FarmLink's origin and pandemic-era roots2 - Transitioning from a college project to a nonprofit foundation3 - Ben's leadership experience and evolution4 - How FarmLink fits into the food donation ecosystem5 - Ben's outlook on change and innovation in the industry6 - FarmLink's philosophy on social stigma around food assistanceLinksHistoric AgencyThe Farmlink ProjectBen Collier on LinkedInAbundance: The Farmlink StoryCulture Built My Brand

In this episode, Liz discusses the resources needed to start a flower farm, specifically focusing on time and money. She emphasizes the importance of considering the amount of time available and the flexibility of that time when starting a business. She also highlights the financial investment required to run a flower farm and the need for a safety net and an exit strategy. The host encourages listeners to have a clear end goal in mind and to be realistic about the challenges and sacrifices involved in starting a flower farm.TakeawaysConsider the amount of time and flexibility you have available before starting a flower farmBe prepared for the financial investment required to run a flower farmHave a clear end goal in mind and plan for a safety net and an exit strategyBe realistic about the challenges and sacrifices involved in starting a flower farmLink to signup for the webinar: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/registration-page-27840ccf-7ed0-4fa7-a4bd-16e51986adfdSmart Labels: https://www.amazon.com/QR-Smart-Labels-Scannable-Organization/dp/B0BJS364C6?maas=maas_adg_31EA81720AD78B3DA43CB84763549F2B_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maasBlog: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/blog/should-you-start-a-flower-farm-managing-time-and-expensesPodcast website: www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.comPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunnymarymeadow/Sunny Mary Meadow flower farm (www.sunnymarymeadow.com) specializes in bouquet subscriptions, stem bars, and a you-pick flower farm experience.Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/888196709178852

Headstorm: https://headstorm.com/AGPILOT: https://headstorm.com/agpilot/Today's episode features Headstorm CEO Lawrence King. Lawrence has over 18 years of technology strategy consulting experience. He got his start in agtech with Farmlink over eight years ago where he built an engineering team. That company ran into some hard times, and Lawrence found himself with a talented team of engineers and no work to do. He tapped into his contacts in agtech looking for strategy and engineering talent and Headstorm was born. Today, Headstorm has worked with companies all throughout agriculture and in similar industries who want to implement large-scale technology initiatives in their businesses. He'll give us a few examples of what that looks like. Also, Headstorm recently announced a product of their own called AGPILOT, which uses generative AI to give ag retailers and other agronomists a new interface to record and access their data which ultimately allows them to better serve farmer customers.Lawrence has a lot of battle-tested wisdom about what works and what doesn't work in agtech, and he shares a lot of those insights in today's interview.

Welcome to episode 9 of the MLA Productivity and Profitability media series. This episode features Dr Jason Condon from Charles Sturt University. Jason talks about how implementing improved soil sampling intervals will enable better decisions about liming.Your host, Tanisha Shields and Jason discuss the movement and effect of liming to address lower soil acidity layers. We also discuss the how the management of acid soils removes one of the manageable constraints of the production system. Dr Jason Condon is Associate Professor in Soil Science at Charles Sturt University and has taught and researched soils there since 1996. His research portfolio includes projects on fertiliser management, carbon sequestration, nitrogen cycling, salinity management in Vietnam and the formation and management of soil acidity in Australian crop and pasture systems in collaboration with NSW DPI, Holbrook landcare Network, FarmLink and Central West Farming Systems.  To watch our webinar with Jason head to: Productivity & Profitability series | Meat & Livestock Australia (mla.com.au)The liming charts mentioned by Jason can be found here: NLP Lime Calculator (sfs.org.au), Planning on Liming (nsw.gov.au)This episode is brought to you by Agrista in partnership with Meat and Livestock Australia.

The Farmlink Project rescues surplus produce from farms and delivers it to communities around the country.  Alongside other college students around the country, Ben Collier started the Farmlink Project during the pandemic while he was studying applied mathematics at Brown. Now, Farmlink has moved over 165M lbs of food, preventing over 200,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions while also delivering over 137M meals. In this episode we cover... [1:45] The inspiration for Farmlink [3:20] When Ben recognized the climate impact Farmlink could have [5:00] What has made Ben stay at Farmlink [7:45] What has surprised Ben the most about his interactions with farmers [11:25] Going from Farmlink's first farm to now [14:30] The key to Farmlink's agility and success [18:20] How Farmlink has been able to build successful partnerships [22:00] What Ben views as the biggest opportunities in food waste [25:00] The deep need for persistent collaboration [27:45] De-stigmatizing food assistance [31:05] The biggest challenge of leading an organization straight out of school [35:35] A fun fact about Ben Learn about the FIELD fellowship HERE. Connect with us: ⁠ Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠X⁠ Episode recorded on March 11, 2024

Filmmaker and social activist Owen Dubeck joins host Michael Azevedo to discuss an organization called Farmlink and his documentary about Farmlink's origins and mission.    During the largest food crisis in a century, a group of college students stepped up to help those facing hunger. Their small local effort, called Farmlink, inspired hope nationally and motivated 600+ students to drop everything to help feed millions of families. Within months, the project scaled larger than anyone could have imagined and the students found themselves on the front lines of fighting hunger and ending food waste on a national level.   In addition to being a founding member of Farmlink, Owen Dubeck is also a documentary film director, specializing in telling stories that catalyze lasting social change. His films follow character-driven storylines and often amplify the messages of young people leading disruptive movements. His short documentary about Farmlink is called "Abundance."   You can now view Abundance on the Farmlink website at Farmlinkproject.org and on YouTube.   Making Media Now is sponsored by Filmmakers Collaborative, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting media makers from across the creative spectrum. From providing fiscal sponsorship to presenting an array of informative and educational programs, Filmmakers Collaborative supports creatives at every step in their journey.   About the host: www.writevoicecreative.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-azevedo/   Sound Engineer: A.J. Kierstead 

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James Kanoff co-founded The Farmlink Project in 2020 while being a student at Stanford University. When the COVID-19 pandemic caused Stanford to send students home, James and his fellow classmates knew they had to do something to help their local communities. They created The Farmlink Project with the intention to rescue surplus food from farmers and deliver to food banks and families in need. On this episode of “Food Lab Talk,” Michiel speaks with James about how The Farmlink Project has grown to recover and deliver more than one hundred and ten million pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables; what inspired Kanoff to “never stop” in his pursuit of change; and why his dream is to put himself and his co-workers out of business. James Kanoff: “Maybe it's just being a college student; call it naive. But we're going to try, because what else can we do? What is the other option? The alternative is (the) food bank completely runs out of food. You have literally freeway passes of lines. We have to try something.” 01:51 Intro to James Kanoff02:55 The origins of The Farmlink Project06:03 Identifying which types of farmers have surplus produce08:07 Growing Farmlink from a one-off project to a larger movement10:03 Food loss and waste is not just a pandemic problem11:20 What gave Kanoff and other early founders the audacity to tackle food loss and waste12:19 What keeps students committed to this problem post-pandemic13:22 The state of The Farmlink Project in 202315:05 Farmlink's mission and vision for the future16:21 Moving at the speed of trust19:09 Dream big, start small, move fast22:42 How Farmlink is funded24:12 How listeners can get involved with The Farmlink Project26:39 The Farmlink communityLinksLearn more about The Farmlink ProjectNew York Times: ‘We Had to Do Something': Trying to Prevent Massive Food WasteCNN: These friends rescued harvests headed for the trash and helped turn food waste into millions of mealsLos Angeles Magazine: How Farmlink Helped Save Endangered L.A. Food BanksSubscribe, rate, review the show at foodlabtalk.com*The views expressed by the guests in this podcast don't necessarily represent the host's views, nor those of his employer.

In this episode of The Farmlink Podcast, we delve into the power of community. As we'll discuss, community is not just a part of Farmlink's success story, but rather the secret sauce behind why and how this project has been able to continuously grow and improve over the past three years.  Outside of Farmlink, community is also one of the  key ingredients for getting people interested in mission-driven, impactful work in general. We'll first be joined by Farmlink's Co-Founder Aidan Reilly and Stella Delp, Farmlink's People Operations Lead and member of the founding team to talk all things Farmlink-related, and later we'll be joined by two special guests, Cooper Adams and Anya Dennison, who have both harnessed the power of community-building in two other powerful social impact organizations. 

Ben Collier and James Kanoff are two co-founders of The Farmlink Project, a student-led movement that has provided over 100 million pounds of nutritious food to communities facing hunger in the United States. They started the project out of their college dorm rooms at Brown and Stanford University during the pandemic by renting a U-Haul truck to connect farmers with surplus to their local food bank. In this presentation, Collier and Kanoff share Farmlink's story and how they have led the rapidly growing nonprofit through successes and struggles.

Harvard graduate, entrepreneur and chef, Nick DiGiovanni dishes on his plans to break his ninth Guinness World Record. The philanthropist reflects on his favorite one yet, a wholesome holiday donation that made a massive impact. Nick shares what led him to create the first-ever sustainable food major at his Ivy League school. While crafting curriculums with professors, working on his senior thesis and interning for a Michelin star restaurant, he became a viral content creator. Nick nonchalantly explains how he juggled it all, and compares cooking in the prestigious San Francisco kitchen to his experience learning to cook from his grandparents. He reflects on his biggest takeaways, surprises and achievements competing on Master Chef and becoming the youngest guest to place third on the show. Then he shares how his business background helps him manage his cookbook, warehouse, spice company and content teams. He explains his intentions for and favorite recipes in his soon-to-be-released cookbook and his involvement with charitable organizations like Farmlink. Finally, he tells fans what he has planned next, the best and worst parts of being a content creator and what's on the menu for his perfect food day. Find episode transcripts here: https://food-network-obsessed.simplecast.com/episodes/nick-digiovanni-harvard-grad-turned-viral-chefFollow Food Network on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodnetworkFollow Jaymee Sire on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaymeesireCheck Out Nick DiGiovanni's Website: https://www.nickdigiovanni.com/Follow Nick DiGiovanni on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NickDiGiovanniFollow Nick DiGiovanni on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick.digiovanni/Follow Nick DiGiovanni on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMyOj6fhvKFMjxUCp3b_3gAFollow Nick DiGiovanni on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nick.digiovanniLearn More About Master Chef: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/food-network-challenge/episodes/master-chefs

Today I'll be chatting with Ben Collier, CEO of The Farmlink Project. Farmlink is working to decrease both food waste and hunger by connecting farmers to food banks. I first heard about The Farmlink Project during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic when they were rescuing fresh food from farms, that would have otherwise gone to landfill, to feed hungry people. The work that they do is amazing and I'm excited to learn more! Follow us on social media @sustinabiliME.pod Sources: The Farmlink Project Get Involved with Farmlink (Farmers, Partnerships, Fellowships, Donations, etc.)

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In this week's Expert Corner segment, Tracy speaks to Neil Townsend, Chief Market Analyst with FarmLink Marketing Solutions and GrainFox. In this episode, Tracy and Neil discuss: Last week's annual harvest event titled “From Bin to Bank: Harvest & Market Insights from the Experts.” Neil shares the highlights of the event, the speakers, and the topics covered. Did you miss the event? If so, FarmLink has kindly published the webinar for public viewing. Please see the resource section below for the special access link. On the heels of the event, FarmLink and GrainFox are also excited to be releasing their Harvest report. In this report, the expert panelists from The Bin to Bank event deliver even more insights not covered during the webinar. You can access the link below to sign up for the FREE report. Tracy invites Neil to share more about GrainFox and its platform that assists grain producers in maximizing their grain marketing revenues. He tells us more about GrainFox, the information they provide, and the whole host of tools in the app that aim to make the lives of farmers much easier. With all the volatility in the market in 2022, producers will not want to miss out on the webinar, the free report, and the tools that GrainFox can provide for your farm. ............................... SHOW RESOURCES:     Watch the Webinar Replay:  "From Bin to Bank: Harvest & Market Insights from the Expert's"      Click here to sign up and watch the replay. HARVEST REPORT - Sign up for GrainFox today to read our special harvest report on October 20!   GRAINFOX FREE TRIAL - Visit GrainFox to sign up for a free three-month trial to get access to the recorded webinar, special report, and a whole suite of powerful tools and features designed to help you make informed sales decisions. Sign up here for your Free Trial Today ............................... Thank You to our Company Expert: FarmLink | GrainFox Maximize your financial yield with smart grain marketing.  FarmLink is revolutionizing grain marketing using advanced and timely technology powered by people. We've created a new grain marketing platform called GrainFox. It's time to unsubscribe from the “traditional” way of marketing grain. GrainFox by FarmLink helps you market your grain like a pro.   ...............................

This week is Fire Prevention Week: a time to learn a bit more about fire safety. In honor of the week we encore a conversation with Louisiana Fire Marshal Ashley Rodrigue, who tells us what makes fire safety particularly relevant in October. In March of 2022, we interviewed Aidan Reilly of Farmlink, an organization that seeks to connect farms in abundance with communities in need. Today, we give that conversation a second listen to hear more about efforts to address food insecurity. But large nonprofits are not the only organizations targeting food deserts. Today we re-air a story and follow up conversation with the Gulf States Newsrooms' Stephan Bisaha on the small town grocery stores that are hanging on despite the threat of big chains.  Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Karl Lengel. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our digital editor is Katelyn Umholtz. Our engineers are Garrett Pittman, Aubry Procell, and Thomas Walsh.  You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12:00 and 7:30 pm. It's available on Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you get your podcasts.  Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to. Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's segment, Tracy speaks to Neil Townsend, Chief Market Analyst with FarmLink Marketing Solutions and GrainFox. As we are nearing the end of the year… we are reflecting on so much that has happened globally in the last 9 months are so. and how those global events are affecting producers. In this segment, Tracy and Neil chat about: Neil shares a market update as of the end of September and the beginning of October. Tracy asks Neil about four hot topics on all producers' minds right now. What is happening with foreign exchange right now? How is the situation with China, and what impact will this have on Canola? How is the war in Ukraine impacting grain markets? Neil shares more about their annual harvest event, From Bin to Bank: Harvest & Market Insights from the Expert's. He encourages producers to attend as everyone can benefit tremendously from hearing the experts weigh in on all the factors at play. He shares a bit more about the panel format, the guest speakers, and the takeaways he is confident the producers will receive. Are you a grain producer? If so, you will not want to miss this event. You can find the information and links below. ............................... EVENT DETAILS: From Bin to Bank: Harvest & Market Insights from the Expert's DATE: Thursday October 13, 2022 TIME: 10:00 am ............................... Thank You to our Company Expert: FarmLink | GrainFox Maximize your financial yield with smart grain marketing.  FarmLink is revolutionizing grain marketing using advanced and timely technology powered by people. We've created a new grain marketing platform called GrainFox. It's time to unsubscribe from the “traditional” way of marketing grain. GrainFox by FarmLink helps you market your grain like a pro.   ...............................

In this week's segment, Tracy speaks to Neil Townsend, Chief Market Analyst with FarmLink Marketing Solutions and GrainFox. It's been quite the year so far so we are excited to have Neil on the show for this timely episode talking about all things grain marketing 2022. In this segment, Tracy and Neil chat about: 2022 in a nutshell. It's been quite a year so far, and there continue to be more and more factors affecting the grain markets, prices, and producers' grain marketing decisions. What's new and exciting at FarmLink & GrainFox and how they are growing are working hard to provide more value to producers. Neil announces that they will be once again hosting their annual harvest event, From Bin to Bank: Harvest & Market Insights from the Expert's. He encourages producers to attend as everyone can benefit tremendously from hearing the experts weigh in on all the factors at play. He shares a bit more about the panel format, the guest speakers, and the takeaways he is confident the producers will receive. To wrap up, Tracy asks Neil to share a summary of what is happening in the markets right now. Are you a grain producer? If so, you will need to want to miss this event. You can find the information and links below. ............................... EVENT DETAILS: From Bin to Bank: Harvest & Market Insights from the Expert's DATE:Thursday October 13, 2022 TIME:10:00 am ............................... Thank You to our Company Expert: FarmLink | GrainFox Maximize your financial yield with smart grain marketing.  FarmLink is revolutionizing grain marketing using advanced and timely technology powered by people. We've created a new grain marketing platform called GrainFox. It's time to unsubscribe from the “traditional” way of marketing grain. GrainFox by FarmLink helps you market your grain like a pro.   ...............................

We are proud to be celebrating The Impact Farming Show's 4th Anniversary. To celebrate, we are counting down and rebroadcasting the TOP 5 episodes from season 4. This week we are excited to bring you our 1st Place highest listened to and watched episode titled “5 Grain Marketing Mistakes You Can Learn From” Originally aired on October 6, 2021 - Tracy speaks with Derek Dery, Grain Marketing Specialist with FarmLink Solutions.  What exactly is FarmLink Solutions? Whether you're looking for a DIY grain marketing solution, or one-on-one advice, FarmLink Solutions help you develop a plan to make the right grain marketing decisions. Combining advanced technology and friendly, clear customer service, we work with you every step of the way to take you, your business, and your family forward. With grain harvest underway across Canada right now, this is the perfect time for you to watch or listen to this episode and gain valuable pertinent information for your grain marketing. We know you will enjoy our 1st place episode... Tune in now! ................................................ In this week's episode, Tracy speaks with Derek Dery about “5 Grain Marketing Mistakes You Can Learn From.” In their last episode together, Tracy and Derek discussed the true definition and goal of grain marketing. Keeping that idea in mind, they discuss the flip side – the grain marketing mistakes that could cost producers. In this episode, they discuss: Why it is essential to market grain with a final goal in mind. They discuss why it is beneficial for producers to build their team of advisors. Derek shares one of the biggest grain marketing mistakes when it comes to selling your grain. Overwhelmed with the many different avenues to sell your grain? You may be suffering from decision fatigue. We know that emotions or 'gut feelings' can come into play when selling grain. Why is it a mistake to rely on emotions? Tune in to find out more. Are you a grain producer? If so, you will not want to miss this episode. Tune in now to find out if you are making any of these TOP 5 grain marketing mistakes. ............................... Thank You to our Show Sponsor: The Pioneer® Made To Grow™ Podcast The newest podcast for Canadian farmers Get leading agronomic tips and advice to help overcome today's toughest farming challenges. Hear from trusted industry voices with unique perspectives on the hottest topics in Canadian agriculture. Each episode, host Andrew Campbell chats with leading experts about the latest Ag innovations, industry news, best practices, tips, tricks and more. Learn more HERE ...............................

In this episode of The Farmlink Podcast, we speak with Farmlink's Co-Founder Aidan Reilly and current Creative Director Owen Dubeck about how they've spread Farmlink's message and story from its very beginning to the present day. In only the first few months of Farmlink's existence, Aidan and Owen, along with other members of the founding team, managed to get The Farmlink Project featured in national outlets such as The New York Times, ABC World News with David Muir, and the Washington Post. As we'll discuss, this kind of continued storytelling success has been crucial in Farmlink's ability to make an impact, and is key to the creation of any social impact movement. We'll also be joined by Charles McBryde, a storyteller, recent TikTok star, and former head of branding for Farmlink, where we'll be discussing his philosophy on creating content to generate social change and the wild places his work has led him to, including, recently, an active warzone...

OverviewMeet Aiden and Ben. There's is a nonprofit fairy tale story: three college students who saw a problem in the world and built a scrappy, grassroots solution that's changing the world. The Farmlink Project connects surplus food from farms to food banks all around the country and has rescued nearly 70M# of produce since its inception. Tune in and help us fight for a world where everyone has access to the food they need.

In this episode of The Farmlink Podcast, we sit down with four members of The Farmlink Project's core operations team- the people responsible for locating, rescuing, and distributing the food that we prevent from going to waste on farms. We'll hear about the ins-and-outs of their responsibilities, as well as how they manage to balance their incredibly impactful (and sometimes hilarious) work with their busy college lives. We'll also be speaking with Farmlink's Chief Procurement Officer, Luis Yepiz, whose wealth of knowledge gained from decades of working in the American food system will take us through the large-scale problems that we face at Farmlink. He'll also discuss his own journey to becoming part of our project, as well as his hopes for creating an equitable, community-focused nationwide food system in the United States. 

In today's segment of Expert's Corner, Tracy speaks to Bailey Skaftfeld about GrainFox and their exciting new “Try It For FREE for 90 Days Promotion." In this segment, Tracy and Bailey speak about: FarmLink's innovative grain marketing platform GrainFox that offers winning up-to- the minute insights and recommendations for producers. It is really the future of grain marketing, It's an all-in-one app that will grow with you, all in the palm of your hand. When Bailey speaks to producers about why they should sign up for GrainFox, there are three key features she loves to highlight... the ROI Calculator, Resource Hub, and Price Map. She chats with Tracy about these tools and highlights how producers can use these features to benefit their farm business. Bailey shares more about their spring promotion. They are offering a FREE for 90-day trial of GrainFox for producers. All producers have to do is visit our website farmlinksolutions.ca. No strings attached – sign up and try everything GrainFox has to offer – including everything we're going to talk about today... for free for 90 days! Are you curious to know more about GrainFox and this exciting promotion? If so, tune in to the show and then head to the FarmLink Marketing Solutions website. Click Here to try GrainFox FREE for 90-Days. ............................... Thank You to our Company Expert: FarmLink | GrainFox Maximize your financial yield with smart grain marketing.  FarmLink is revolutionizing grain marketing using advanced and timely technology powered by people. We've created a new grain marketing platform called GrainFox. It's time to unsubscribe from the “traditional” way of marketing grain. GrainFox by FarmLink helps you market your grain like a pro.   Try GrainFox FREE for 90-days Start My FREE TRIAL ............................... If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to sign up as an Insider so that you are first to know about all-new Impact Farming episodes, Expert Corner Segments, fantastic contests, and new promotions https://www.farmmarketer.com/impact_farming_show/sign-up ...............................

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Derek Dery about an exciting new feature just released on FarmLink's app GrainFox. In previous segments, Tracy has chatted with FarmLink's about their app GrainFox – a grain marketing platform that offers winning up-to-the-minute insights and recommendations for producers. Today, they chat about FarmLink's most recent innovation and what producers can expect next from GrainFox. If you are a grain producer looking to maximize your grain marketing potential, you will not want to miss this segment. ............................... Thank You to our Company Expert: FarmLink | GrainFox Maximize your financial yield with smart grain marketing. Learn More: https://www.farmlinksolutions.ca/ ............................... If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to sign up as an Insider so that you are first to know about all-new Impact Farming episodes, Expert Corner Segments, fantastic contests, and new promotions https://www.farmmarketer.com/impact_farming_show/sign-up ...............................

Neil Townsend hops back into the fray with Jacob to discuss the future of global food uncertainty, agricultural production, and fertilizer input prices in light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Neil is, of course, Chief Market Analyst at FarmLink Marketing Solutions. Link to FarmLink and GrainFox https://www.farmlinksolutions.ca/ (here). Download the transcript https://perchperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Perch-Pod-Episode-54-The-Grain-Economy-with-Neil-Townsend.pdf (here). Questions? Comments? Reach out at: info@perchperspectives.com Subscribe to the Perch Perspectives Newsletter https://perchperspectives.com/reports/ (here). Socials: Twitter: @https://twitter.com/PerchSpectives (PerchSpectives) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/perch-perspectives/ (Perch Perspectives) Website: https://perchperspectives.com/ (https://perchperspectives.com/)

Onda Pasta was founded by Italian-born chef Andrea Onetti in 2011. Using Italian flour and locally-sourced ingredients, Onda Pasta offers a high-quality and easy-to-make meal at an affordable price. A food loved by everyone in the family, Onda brings the simplicity and freshness of Italian cuisine to your home. You can find Onda Pasta at the Farmers Market (Kakaʻako on Saturdays 8am-12pm & Kailua/Enchanted Lakes on Sundays 8am-12pm), in the R.Fields section of Foodland Farms (Ala Moana, Kahala, Kailua), thru local CSA (Oʻahu Fresh, Farmlink, Kahumana), and at various restaurants throughout Oʻahu. Follow on social media to stay up-to-date on Onda Pasta's whereabouts and to learn more about events and classes. FB/IG @ondapasta To Learn more about Wine &... visit: https://www.wineand.org/ Wine &... is a https://www.wikiocast.com/ production. #pasta #Italian

Access to nutritional, affordable food was a challenge for many before the pandemic, but the Farmlink Project is aiming to redistribute healthy food to communities that need it most. Farmlink's Aidan Reilly tells us more about connecting the broken pipelines in the food and agriculture industries. Despite efforts to strengthen these supply chains, many Louisiana residents continue to face obstacles in attaining dry goods and fresh food. The Gulf States Newsroom's Stephan Bisaha tells us more about the recent closures of multiple grocery stores across the South. While Louisiana released a new medical marijuana program in January, delays in pharmacy stocking and long wait lines have made the rollout anything but seamless. The Advocate's Sam Karlin joins us today for an update on the program, specifically how investors and suppliers are being impacted. Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Karl Lengel. Our producer is Alana Schreiber and our digital editor is Katelyn Umholtz. Our engineers are Garrett Pittman, Aubrey Procell, and Thomas Walsh.  You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12:00 and 7:30 pm. It's available on Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you get your podcasts.  Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve been following the markets lately, you’ll have noticed moves in the wheat markets in the past couple of days, driven by geopolitics. But what’s going on with soybeans? Neil Townsend, chief market analyst with FarmLink marketing solutions, joins RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney to discuss the impacts as Russia starts to make moves into... Read More

Here's a feel good conversation for you! Meet Ben Collier, a recent graduate and co-founder of The Farmlink Project. At the start of the pandemic, Ben and his brother learned that ONE THIRD of ALL food goes to waste… while MILLIONS of people go hungry. They saw a need and opportunity to change that by rescuing fresh produce that would otherwise go to landfills, and delivering this food to food banks all around the country. The Farmlink Project has since delivered more than 50 million pounds of food to those in need! And this is just the beginning…Farmlink's ultimate goal is to create a sustainable food system where 35 million+ Americans don't need to go to a food bank to feed themselves and their families; creating a world where everyone has access to healthy food they need. Connect with Ben & FarmLink!https://www.instagram.com/farmlinkprojecthttps://www.farmlinkproject.orghttps://www.instagram.com/beancollarLINKS N' THINGS: Thanks to our friends at ADT for making it possible for us to share these stories in a safe and secure place, At Home. https://www.adt.com/AtHomeHello Makers!If you're a maker and would like to be considered for a Maker Moment on At Home, please send us a DM on social and fill out this questionnaire. We can't wait to see what you're making!https://bit.ly/hellomakerCheck out our first Makers Episode!https://athomepodcast.net/episodes/makersText 310-496-8667 with your questions for #AtHomePodcast !If you've enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, rate and share with a friend! Thank you for being a part of the At Home community! Connect with Linda & Drew: instagram.com/athomeinstagram.com/imlindorkinstagram.com/mrdrewscott#AtHomePodcastyoutube.com/watch?v=XvPGGqSUgnY THEME SONG BY: Victoria Shawwww.instagram.com/VictoriaShawMusic Chad Carlsonwww.instagram.com/ChadCarlsonMusic MUSIC COMPOSED AND PRODUCED BY:Rick Russohttps://www.instagram.com/rickrussomusicSpecial thanks to all our At Home homies: PRODUCERS:Brandon AngelenoHanna PhanPOST AUDIO ENGINEER:Chris CobainNicole SchacterDIGITAL PRODUCER:Cortney EwonusWEBSITE:Wesley FriendSERIES PHOTOGRAPHER: Dennys Ilicwww.instagram.com/dennydennSponsored by:ADT: It's important to have not just a beautiful home -- but a smart and safer home.https://www.adt.com/AtHomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's Expert Corner, Tracy speaks to Mark Lepp from Farm Link Marketing Solutions about some BIG News. Shortly before the holidays, FarmLink announced that they acquired DePutter Publishing, and today, Tracy chats with Mark about this exciting acquisition. Tune in to hear them chat about: The exciting details of Farm Link's acquisition of DePutter Publishing. Mark shares more about DePutter and shares his vision for how this purchase will benefit Farm Link, GrainFox, the industry, and most importantly…their customers. Specifically, he shares more on how this acquisition plays strategically into GrainFox and the development of this innovative platform. To wrap up the segment, Tracy asks Mark “What's next for Farm Link and GrainFox?” Tune in to hear his answer. ............................... SHOW RESOURCES FarmLink Marketing Solutions - https://www.farmlinksolutions.ca Visit www.farmlinksolutions.ca to try GrainFox FREE for 90-Days. ............................... Thank You to our Company Expert: FarmLink | GrainFox Maximize your financial yield with smart grain marketing. Learn More: https://www.farmlinksolutions.ca/ ............................... If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to sign up as an Insider so that you are first to know about all-new Impact Farming episodes, Expert Corner Segments, fantastic contests, and new promotions https://www.farmmarketer.com/impact_farming_show/sign-up ...............................

This Holiday Season with so much uncertainty around we bring to you again an episode of hope and giving. Please donate generously to this non-profit The Farmlink Project started by Aidan Reilly and James Kanoff - winners of 2021 Congressional Medal of Honor Service Award.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Farmlink Project was started at the height of the pandemic in April 2020 to fight food insecurity by repurposing surplus produce. Back home in Los Angeles at the start of the pandemic, with nothing but time on their hands, Aidan Reilly and James Kanoff were like many of us disturbed by the long lines at the food pantries alongside farmers throwing away their produce, eggs, milk ... and their harvest. The boon of an efficient supply chain in the food industry can be a major problem with any slight disruption. The Farmlink Project, a non-profit run by 200 plus volunteers, operates in 48 US states and Mexico bringing the excess produce of farmers to food banks. They are the recipient of the 2021 Congressional Medal of Honor - Citizen Honors Award - awarded to outstanding Americans who have gone above and beyond to perform extraordinary acts of courage or service. Listen to their story of compassion, drive, and vision on the Mindful Businesses podcast.Remember to rate and review us on Apple podcast. Love our show share it, one friend.https://www.farmlinkproject.org/https://www.mindfulbusinessespodcast.com/  

Twenty-three-year-old #AidanReilly, co-founder of #TheFarmlinkProject, says when he learned that one-third of all food on farms goes to waste, he set out to do something about it. And he did. With more than thirty percent of unused food going to waste in the U.S, The Farmlink Project links unused food on farms to food banks, making sure unused food doesn't rot in fields (also creating a massive carbon footprint) and instead gets donated to food banks, essentially feeding thousands of people each day. Please join us as we talk with Aidan about how an idea in college became a viable and sustainable way to combat food waste and feed people in need. #DeborahKobyltLIVE on all video and audio platforms, and please invite your friends, too. #DeborahZaraKobylt

In this segment of Expert's Corner, we speak with Derek Dery about “Why There is More to Selling Grain Than Just the Best Price.” Does this sound counterintuitive to you? If so, you definitely don't want to miss this segment, as Derek shares why the price isn't the only factor to consider when producers sell their grain. ............................... SHOW RESOURCES FarmLink Marketing Solutions - https://www.farmlinksolutions.ca Visit www.farmlinksolutions.ca to try GrainFox FREE for 90-Days. ............................... Thank You to our Company Expert: FarmLink | GrainFox Maximize your financial yield with smart grain marketing. Learn More: https://www.farmlinksolutions.ca/ ............................... If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to sign up as an Insider so that you are first to know about all-new Impact Farming episodes, Expert Corner Segments, fantastic contests, and new promotions https://www.farmmarketer.com/impact_farming_show/sign-up ...............................

The Farmlink Project connects farmers to food banks, delivering millions of pounds of farm-fresh produce that would otherwise be wasted to feed families. Co-Founder Aidan Reily joins Conor to talk about how Farmlink is diverting food waste to food banks and why spoilage in our food system is such a massive problem with major untold impacts on climate change. Plus they dive into what's going on with supply chains, mutual aid concepts, and more. You can follow Conor across social media @ConorBronsdon including Twitter, YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, or at his website. You can also follow the show @greeneconomypod on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook. Support the show on Patreon

In this interview, Jordan Hartzell provides an overview of the work The Farmlink Project does to redirect food waste and serve food insecure communities. Jordan speaks to how working with this organisation has changed how she thinks about food systems and networks. The extensive contributions of food waste to the climate crisis have helped Jordan and her team urge the importance of changing consumption and buying processes in the US. Jordan provides insights into the recent transformations within the organisation in order to adapt and better serve communities affected by intensifying weather events, such as in Texas and Louisiana.

In this week's Expert Corner segment, Tracy speaks to Neil Townsend about the “Three Key Pillars of Forming a Price Opinion.” Neil is FarmLink's Chief Market Analyst, and in this segment, we pull back the curtain and discuss the three pillars of forming a price opinion.  They discuss: The sheer amount of market data can be overwhelming for producers to wade through and how this is precisely where market analysts and grain marketing companies come in. They discuss market psychology and the impact this has on pricing. What about pricing on crops such as lentils that might not be as transparent? They discuss that too. Have you ever wondered how marketing companies determine their price opinions? Are you interested in learning more about grain marketing and pricing? If so, this episode is for you. ............................... SHOW RESOURCES FarmLink Marketing Solutions - https://www.farmlinksolutions.ca Visit www.farmlinksolutions.ca to try GrainFox FREE for 90-Days. ............................... Thank You to our Company Expert: FarmLink | GrainFox Maximize your financial yield with smart grain marketing. Learn More: https://www.farmlinksolutions.ca/ ............................... If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to sign up as an Insider so that you are first to know about all-new Impact Farming episodes, Expert Corner Segments, fantastic contests, and new promotions https://www.farmmarketer.com/impact_farming_show/sign-up ...............................

Morgan takes an in-depth look at the current food shortage situation happening across the country and how one college non-profit created monumental change and sparked an unstoppable movement. The Farmlink Project helps connect farmers to local food banks to decrease food waste. Joined by founders James & Aidan, this episode explores how this powerhouse non-profit found success in the middle of a global pandemic, and why you should never underestimate the power of driven college students.

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks with Derek Dery about “5 Grain Marketing Mistakes You Can Learn From.” In their last episode together, Tracy and Derek discussed the true definition and goal of grain marketing. Keeping that idea in mind, they discuss the flip side – the grain marketing mistakes that could cost producers. In this episode, they discuss: Why it is essential to market grain with a final goal in mind. They discuss why it is beneficial for producers to build their team of advisors. Derek shares one of the biggest grain marketing mistakes when it comes to selling your grain. Overwhelmed with the many different avenues to sell your grain? You may be suffering from decision fatigue. We know that emotions or 'gut feelings' can come into play when selling grain. Why is it a mistake to rely on emotions? Tune in to find out more. Are you a grain producer? If so, you will not want to miss this episode. Tune in now to find out if you are making any of these TOP 5 grain marketing mistakes. ............................... Thank You to our Show Sponsor: The Pioneer® Made To Grow™ Podcast The newest podcast for Canadian farmers Get leading agronomic tips and advice to help overcome today's toughest farming challenges. Hear from trusted industry voices with unique perspectives on the hottest topics in Canadian agriculture. Each episode, host Andrew Campbell chats with leading experts about the latest Ag innovations, industry news, best practices, tips, tricks and more. Learn more HERE ...............................

Meet Jordan, a student at Brown University currently on a gap year. She serves as the Project Manager of Farmlink's Product Team. The Farmlink Project connects farmers to food banks, delivering millions of pounds of farm fresh produce that would otherwise be wasted to feed families in need. The Farmlink Project has been featured on the Washington Post, Fox News, CNBC, NYT, ABC News, and several others, and now has a team of over 250 college students! Listen to Jordan paint a vivid picture of the agricultural industry and the produce supply chain. She goes into detail on how the pandemic drastically increased food waste and the logistical nightmare of dealing with the three points of waste: in-field, “post-harvest, pre-retail,” and rejected loads. Jordan shares stories of discussions with growers, the operating hassle of directing massive trucks, and the strict product specifications of retailers. Listen to her delve into what makes a "Snow White Apple," how “pretty” strawberries can hurt truck drivers, and how farmers deal with the economic pressure of food waste. Towards the end, I read an email from another member of the Farmlink Project who credits Jordan with "joining a very male-dominated team early on" and being "vocal/formative enough to make Farmlink the welcoming, supportive, communicative place it is now." The Farmlink Project is looking for people to join their initiative! Visit their website: https://www.farmlinkproject.org/, and reach out directly to Jordan on Instagram: @jordyhartzell

This past year, in response to COVID-19 mandated shutdowns and the waves of turmoil those food chain disruptions sent through the US, college students James Kanoff and Aidan Reilly launched The Farmlink Project. The grassroots organization set out to connect farmers with surplus food and food banks with surplus patrons. Within the first two months, the organization relocated more than 7 million pounds of food, raised 1.5 million dollars in donations and on-boarded 185 full-time volunteers. As COVID-19 cases continue to rise and the questions of food supply chain stability linger, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/agisuretrack-coffee-talk/message

Episode 3: Farmers Save Lives - Food Security w/ Hanale Bishop Show notes: •Hear philosophy of heart and hand from Hanale Bishop, Kanaka ‘Ōiwi taro farmer and poi maker as well as where to source local, organic nourishment during these movements towards the realization and actualization of a food secure Hawai'i... •Hanale Bishop/Homestead Poi in partnerships with the Reppun ʻohana, Kākoʻoʻōiwi and Melissa of 808Organics to make sure people can source all local and organic produce. Things are continuing to evolve, so keep aware of his future movements on IG and FB, you can find him on IG as @hanalebishop and on FB as HanaleBishop/Homestead Poi. •Hoʻokuaʻāina/Wilhelm ʻohana - Raw kalo orders will continue as usual. Be sure to order at least three days prior to the day you'd like to pick up. To order, text the kalo hotline at 351-1666 with your name, total pounds you'd like to order and the desired pickup date. Their crew will confirm your order via text message. •Ahiki Acres and Rose of Bear Claw Farm - at the Waimānalo Health Center during their usual Wednesday from 3:30-5:30pm. There's also a temporary food security pick-up location being set up with the Waimānalo Market Co-op, to have direct farmer to consumer transactions, Wednesdays and Saturdays 10-10:30am, a small window, and this starts Wednesday 3/25. You can pre-order and pre-pray at http://ahikiacres.com and http://bearclawfarm.com •Farmlink, if you check out their website http://farmlinkhawaii.com and set up your own account, you can order and arrange for home deliveries, which is super critical for some kūpuna. •Hale Ke Aloha ʻAi Pono - offering kūpuna meals @halekealoha •GoFarms http://gofarmhawaii.org for island wide food security locations •HoʻouluʻĀina is also offering their superb and healing foods and lāʻau lapaʻau to community in need, you can contact them to source for your own ʻohana as well as helping with distribution to others in need. You can follow them on IG and contact them via email, aina@kkv.net, leave them your name, phone number and info on how you support. • Support this movement: https://www.patreon.com/kuikealoha

John Gonzalez of MLive and Amy Sherman got a special visit from Brian Burch on Aug. 6, 2015 at Farmlink, where John and Amy were recording a special podcast. Brian was making the media rounds, dropping off Slow's Bar BQ and spreading the word that the Detroit BBQ destination is finally open at the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids.More on Slow's at http://slowsbarbq.com/More on Behind the Mitten at http://behindthemitten.com/