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In this episode of the Rooted Agritourism Podcast, host Dr. Liz Fiedler Mergen from Sunny Mary Meadow announces the upcoming 2026 Flower Farmer Forum Conference. Scheduled for January 31st, 2026, at their farm in St. Joseph, Minnesota, the event will cover numerous topics pertinent to flower farming and agritourism. With industry shifts towards local sourcing driven by tariffs and supply chain issues, the conference aims to equip farmers with practical knowledge and networking opportunities. Key speakers from Ball Horticulture, CoolBot, Len Bush Roses, Compeer Financial, and Farmer's Union Agency will provide insights on various aspects of flower farming. A unique feature of this year's conference is the hands-on farm tours showcasing real systems in action. Attendees can also opt for an additional day focused on integrating wedding flowers into their businesses. Special discounts are available, and tickets can be purchased at Sunny Mary Meadow's website.
00:00 Introduction to Rooted Agritourism
00:30 Welcome to the 2026 Flower Farmer Forum Conference
01:29 The Shift in the Flower Farming Industry
03:49 Conference Highlights and Key Speakers
05:38 Networking and Additional Opportunities
07:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Podcast Website: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/rootedagritourism
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootedagritourism/
Business Coaching: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/
Farm Website: www.sunnymarymeadow.com
FarmerstoFlorists: https://www.farmerstoflorists.com/
Farm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunnymarymeadow/
Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/888196709178852
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In this episode of the Rooted Agritourism Podcast, host Dr. Liz Fiedler Mergen from Sunny Mary Meadow announces the upcoming 2026 Flower Farmer Forum Conference. Scheduled for January 31st, 2026, at their farm in St. Joseph, Minnesota, the event will cover numerous topics pertinent to flower farming and agritourism. With industry shifts towards local sourcing driven by tariffs and supply chain issues, the conference aims to equip farmers with practical knowledge and networking opportunities. Key speakers from Ball Horticulture, CoolBot, Len Bush Roses, Compeer Financial, and Farmer's Union Agency will provide insights on various aspects of flower farming. A unique feature of this year's conference is the hands-on farm tours showcasing real systems in action. Attendees can also opt for an additional day focused on integrating wedding flowers into their businesses. Special discounts are available, and tickets can be purchased at Sunny Mary Meadow's website.
00:00 Introduction to Rooted Agritourism
00:30 Welcome to the 2026 Flower Farmer Forum Conference
01:29 The Shift in the Flower Farming Industry
03:49 Conference Highlights and Key Speakers
05:38 Networking and Additional Opportunities
07:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Save $25 on your CoolBot: https://storeitcold.referralrock.com/lv1/6R543BWF/
Podcast Website: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/rootedagritourism
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootedagritourism/
Business Coaching: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/
Farm Website: www.sunnymarymeadow.com
FarmerstoFlorists: https://www.farmerstoflorists.com/
Farm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunnymarymeadow/
Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/888196709178852

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