287. Olivia Schoentrup on Farming Journeys and Innovations

Why is it important to share the stories of small-scale farmers? In this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael welcomes Olivia Schoentrup, a sixth-generation farmer who has transitioned from traditional farming to RV living and farm touring. Olivia shares her unique journey, shedding light on the challenges of scaling up a small farm and the critical importance of sharing the stories of small farmers. Tune in to learn more about Olivia's transformative journey and the innovative practices shaping the future of farming. Episode Highlights: Olivia’s Farming Journey: How Olivia’s farming endeavors came to be [1:02] Market Insights: What were the markets for Schoentrup Farms [7:14] Influential Farmers: Learn about some innovative farmers [15:46] Farm Visits: Hear about the smaller farms that Olivia has visited [20:21] Lessons Learned: Hear about what Olivia has learned through her journeys [27:21] Connect with Olivia: Follow Olivia on their travels [31:21] About the Guest: Olivia Schoentrup is a 6th generation farmer from Indiana. She and her husband, Paul, farmed together on 5 acres raising beef, pork, and chicken to sell directly to consumers. After farming for 6 years, they sold everything, moved into a 5th wheel camper, and are now traveling the country visiting small farms and homesteads to share their story on our YouTube Channel, Breaking New Roots.   Connect with Breaking New Roots: Instagram: Follow on Instagram Facebook:  Like on Facebook YouTube: Subscribe on YouTube   Don't miss this episode on Olivia’s experiences and perspectives on modern agricultural practices and the evolving landscape of small-scale farming across the US.   The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor, Growing Farmers! Are you ready to transform your strawberry growing skills? We want to share our 16 years of experience with growing and profiting from strawberries with you in our free 3-day Strawberry Workshop. Learn proven techniques for boosting yield and flavor, tips for managing your harvest and even developing your own U-pick operation. This workshop is perfect for farmers, homesteaders and gardeners looking to extend your strawberry growing season and make some money in return. The 3-day online workshop is offered weekly but register now as it’s only available for a few more weeks. Sign up at www.strawberrysuccess.com