Bootstrap Farmer Radio

Join Bootstrap Farmer for a comprehensive look at the methods used in the industry. Learn why Nick and Julian prefer lock channel and spring wire to attach plastic and coverings. Timestamps: 00:17 What is Lock Channel? 01:41 Benefits of Spring Wire and Lock Channel 02:53 Installing Lock Channel 04:33 Board and Bat V. Lock Channel 05:33 Removing Plastic from the Lock Channel 06:51 Bootstrap Farmer’s Lock Channel Redesign https://youtu.be/9-QMQOScB9s https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/greenhouse-kits

Want to know why bracing is so necessary for a hoop house? We discuss just how the hip and brace boards contribute to the strength and durability of your hoop house. Learn about installation and troubleshooting hip and baseboards for a greenhouse. Watch this video to learn more about hoop house construction and side bracing at https://youtu.be/Ll9F50ENPcg Timestamps: 00:06 Hip and Base Boards 03:23 Functions of Hip and Baseboards 05:14 Installation Tips 07:22 Clamps 08:13 Splices https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/greenhouse-kits  

Bootstrap Farmer explores how hoop houses are constructed and how the hoop structures are connected to become reliable, stable structures. Want to learn more about purlins and cross connectors? Learn how they can make a huge difference in the strength of the overall structure. See great examples of how this structure works and why purlins bring it all together at: https://youtu.be/EFdEPvhoePY Timestamps: 00:16 Cross Connectors 01:00 Ridge Pole Installation 04:36 Purlin Kits 05:19 Snow Load Considerations and Maintenance https://www.instagram.com/bootstrapfarmer https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/nrcs-high-tunnel-initiative

The basics of hoops and how to properly install them onto ground posts and connect them with a ridge pole and hip and baseboards. Bootstrap Farmer recommends most hoops are spaced on four-foot centers and are connected throughout the entire structure. Timestamps: 00:08 Installing Hoops on Ground Posts 02:33 Covering Seams and Screws on Hoops 03:53 Leveling Hoops 05:14 Lining up Hoops Plumb with Endwall Video link : https://youtu.be/eXq7C5LAeVQ https://www.instagram.com/bootstrapfarmer

Learn about different ways to increase drainage and ways to mitigate flooding issues with your greenhouse floor. Bootstrap Farmer talks about the difference between the flooring options and what situations are the most suitable for each option. Watch this video for more information on hoop house flooring at: https://youtu.be/HC_rPAlRJ_4 Timestamps: 00:12 Grading for Hoop House Structures 00:38 Flooring Options for Hoop Houses 04:39 Mulching in a Hoop House 05:12 Mitigating Flooding Issues

Learn all about ground posts and how to ensure they are properly installed. Hear from Bootstrap Farmer tips for squaring up a hoop house structure properly. Learn the importance of how having the right tools for the job and hear from industry experts what mistakes to avoid! Video: https://youtu.be/EoEenK1ksA0 Timestamps: 00:07 Installing Ground Posts 00:30 Squaring a Hoop House 06:15 Using a Ground Post Driver 07:09 Checking for Plumb 08:00 Drilling the Ground Posts www.instagram.com/bootstrapfarmer

Bootstrap Farmer guides you through some important reminders and things to consider while you are waiting for your kit to arrive. Video supplement: https://youtu.be/B7FMJJ8E8Ik Timestamps: 00:26 Reading and Understanding the Manual 03:40 Video 04:31 Tool Selection 07:06 Coordinating Help 08:47 Setting Goals and Pacing out the Build 10:03 Best time to Build Your Hoop House https://www.instagram.com/bootstrapfarmer/

Looking into ordering a hoop house online? Bootstrap Farmer takes you through everything you need to know about freight and shipping hoop house greenhouses. Including troubleshooting tips directly from industry experts! Follow along with this video, and learn more about how the process of freight shipping a hoop house works. Video resource: https://youtu.be/AmZBoken5bs https://www.instagram.com/bootstrapfarmer/ Shop for USA Made Greenhouse

Join BootStrap Farmer for an overview of the different building materials and methods that are used to make backyard greenhouses and high tunnels. Learn about the different maintenance items required for hoop houses constructed from various materials. Interested in building a hoop house? Check this video out for ideas and a list of the common building materials used to construct them. Follow along with this video, and learn more about the different building materials used in hoop house structures. https://youtu.be/1JJPbYG_mV0 https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/greenhouse-kits

Listen before you decide on the perfect location for your hoop house greenhouse. Bootstrap Farmer explains the different factors that affect cost when preparing a site for a hoop house build. Follow along with this video, and learn more about what to look for when choosing a building site for your high tunnel. Guide and How-To to Set Up a Hoop house or Greenhouse - https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/hoop-house-high-tunnels Video https://youtu.be/RncGs-jEs6A

Shopping for a Hoop House Greenhouse? Join Bootstrap Farmer to learn about available add-ons and options to consider and how to avoid extra expenses on the backend. Don’t get surprised by hidden costs! We will show you what to look for when buying an outdoor greenhouse. Follow along with this video, and learn more about the right things to look at when shopping for a hoop house. https://youtu.be/AOIpYEzhgGw Timestamps: 00:17 Comparative Shopping Online for a Hoop House 02:06 Shipping Costs and Options 05:01 What’s Included in the Kit? 06:27 Labor involved in the build of your hoop house 07:07 Additional Add-ons Available (ie. insect netting, shade cloth, landscape fabric) 09:15 Finding a Reputable Greenhouse Supplier 09:24 Customer Service and Resources Full Guide and How-To to Set Up a Hoop house or Greenhouse - https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/hoop-house-high-tunnels  

Dreaming of owning a hoop house? Watch this video to fall even more in love with the idea. Bootstrap Farmer shares their favorite things about high tunnel greenhouse structures. Learn more about All-metal hoop houses and the huge advantages they have over other temporary structures used for growing. View graphics and video examples at https://youtu.be/tVzlWpljePM https://www.instagram.com/bootstrapfarmer/

Ready to own your very own hoop house? Bootstrap Farmer brings you this Brand New series on the whole process from purchase to harvest. Join Bootstrap Farmer for tips on comparative shopping, construction tips, and advice from industry insiders along the way. Watch this view to learn more about this upcoming Hoop House 101 series. ************************************ Full Guide and How-To to Set Up a Hoop house or Greenhouse -

Nick & Piper go over Bootstrap Farmer's new resource NRCS High Tunnel Initiative All Questions Answered. The initiative is about the NRCS's grant program that funds high tunnels for farmers. This deep dive covers everything from the application to the last day of your obligation to the NRCS.     

A three-part special series March 2020 to help pivot your business to meet new marketplace needs. March 27, 3 PM Eastern Farm Fusion: online storefronts, delivery, and value add with Craven Local Food Market March 28, 5 PM Central Pivoting  Microgreen Restaurant Sales with On the Acre March 29, 6 PM Central Starting a Hyper-Local Food Distribution Hub with Profound Foods All on YouTube on the Urban Farm Academy channel.  Live sessions with live Q&A.  Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZcIJM8Cc4VA4oPamPzlftw and subscribe  

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Guest Host Oscar Chavez sat down with fellow beginning farmers Alicia & Oaken Beeson of Wispy Greens to discuss working through a proof of concept for their new farm venture.  Wispy Greens is based out of Longmont, CO and can be found on IG @wispygreens Oscar @microledon_farm Music Provided by Random Rab www.bootstrapfarmer.com

Our vote of small farming ambassador, Ryan Pierce of Fresh Impact Farms and Guest Host Oscar Chavez sat down for a reality check that will leave you inspired and proud to be a part of agriculture. Recorded at the Urban Farm Academy 2020 Dallas Master Mind   Ryan IG @freshimpactfarms & Oscar @microledon_farm Music by Random Rab www.bootstrapfarmer.com

Brandon & Nick give updates and information about the new hoop house coming up.  We then discuss the 2020 Dallas Mastermind and the idea of gathering your immediate network together to help push each other to the next level. 

Bootstrap Farmer Radio guest host Oscar Chavez interviews Nathan Cash of On the Acre. Filmed at the 2020 Urban Farm Academy Invitational, Oscar and Nathan discuss microgreen distribution, microgreen experiments, trials, and data collection. Nathan talks about his first sales to chefs to collaborating with bartenders for microgreen projects no one has ever seen. Oscar Chavez runs Microledeon Farm serving Myrtle Beach, NC and can be found on IG @microledon_farm Nathan can be found at @acreonthe and @theurbanfarmacademy