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Local Line and Farmers Friend Partner to Help Small Farms.

Farmers Friend + Local Line: Stronger Together for Small Farms

Exciting new partnership between Farmers Friend and Local Line to empower small farms with smart software, innovative tools, exclusive offers, gear discounts, and expert resources to help your farm grow.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
June 11, 2025
2 min read
Haley and Matthew, founders of Ahiki Acres

How Ahiki Acres Uses Local Line to Power Pre-Orders and Grow Community

Discover how Ahiki Acres uses Local Line to streamline pre-orders, support small farmers, and grow their market garden in Waimanalo, Hawaii.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
June 5, 2025
5 min read
Hoophouses that grow vegetables at a small farm.

Farm Marketing: How to Create a Farm Marketing Plan (Examples + Ideas)

Build a farm marketing plan and use practical farm marketing ideas to attract customers, boost sales, and grow your business online and in person.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
June 3, 2025
13 min read
Tops Friendly Markets

How Tops Friendly Markets Streamlined Local Procurement Across 150 Stores with Local Line

Learn how Tops Friendly Markets streamlined local sourcing across 150 stores with Local Line, saving time and scaling their Tops Loves Local program.
Cole Jones Local Line
Cole Jones
May 30, 2025
4 min read
Farmer harvesting lettuce in a field.

Pickup & Delivery in 2025: The Numbers Every Farm Should Know

Wondering how to price and plan your delivery and pickup options? Our latest fulfillment report breaks down the numbers and trends every farm should know.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 30, 2025
4 min read
Chickens grazing on pasture at organic chicken farm.

How to Sell Chicken: 11 Steps to Make Money Selling Chicken

Learn how to sell chicken legally, set prices, manage inventory and orders & build a profitable poultry business with this step-by-step guide to selling chicken.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 29, 2025
13 min read
Order packing at a food hub.

Vendor Pickup vs. Central Fulfillment: What’s Right for Your Food Hub?

Compare vendor and centralized fulfillment models to streamline food hub operations and manage multi-vendor market logistics with ease.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 27, 2025
7 min read
Veggie subscription box curated by a local farm.

How to Start a Subscription Box Service

Learn how to start a subscription box business for produce, meats, meal boxes & more. Get tips on setup, logistics, fulfillment, marketing, and setting up a website.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 26, 2025
12 min read
Two workers in a warehouse doing quality control for food products.

How to Sell Produce to Distributors

Learn how to sell farm products to food distributors. Get step-by-step guidance on pricing, certification, logistics, and building strong distributor relationships.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 22, 2025
10 min read
Two farmers harvesting carrots in a field

Top CSA Software Platforms

Find the best CSA software to grow your farm, sell food subscriptions, and streamline CSA management. Compare features to get more out of your CSA program today.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 21, 2025
9 min read
Farmer holding basket of freshly harvested produce.

How to Sell Produce Online: Fruits, Vegetables & More

Learn how to sell produce online with a website and farm e-commerce storefront. Increase sales, manage orders, and grow your farm business easily.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 20, 2025
8 min read
Walnut Lane Farm

How Switching to Local Line Made Sales Easier for Walnut Lane Farm

Learn how Walnut Lane Farm boosted sales, saved time, and simplified farmers’ market pre-orders by switching from Barn2Door to Local Line.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 15, 2025
4 min read
Pasture-raised cattle laying on a field.

How to Sell Beef Online and Direct-to-Consumer

Learn how to sell beef online and direct with this 9-step guide. From pricing and packaging to subscriptions and delivery. Get the tools to grow your beef business.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 14, 2025
10 min read
Zucchini crop growing in a field

How to Sell Crops: Wholesale & Retail Guide for Farmers

Learn how to sell crops through wholesale and retail channels. We share strategies for crop business success, from pricing to marketing and sales channels.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 12, 2025
12 min read
A group of farmers harvesting lettuce in a field.

The Ultimate Guide to Food Hub Fulfillment

Learn how to streamline your food hub's operations with efficient fulfillment strategies. This guide covers delivery, pickup, order management, and how tools like Local Line can help scale your business.
Tandy Thackeray Local Line
Tandy Thackeray
May 10, 2025
5 min read
Farmers standing in field with laptop.

15+ Best Software for Farmers (2025)

We share the best farm software for 2025. Explore tools for farm management, record keeping, accounting, inventory, and more to optimize your farm operations.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 8, 2025
10 min read
Two farmers harvesting greens in a field

9 Best E-commerce Platforms for Farms (2025)

We review the 9 best e-commerce platforms for farmers, comparing features, pricing, and benefits to help you choose the right solution for your farm’s online sales.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 7, 2025
15 min read
Workers in greenhouse placing lettuce heads in crates for wholesale.

Wholesale Line Sheets: Guide for Farms

Learn how to create effective wholesale line sheets for your farm to attract buyers, simplify ordering, and increase wholesale revenue.
Nina Galle Local LIne
Nina Galle
May 6, 2025
7 min read