
Food Chain Wars The farmers co-op that's scaled beyond 8-figures!
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Aug 22, 2024 Cody Hopkins, CEO and founding farmer of GrassRoots Co-Op, shares his inspiring story from teacher to successful farmer. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of launching a farming cooperative and the pivotal role of networking in his success. Cody dives into the evolution from wholesale to direct-to-consumer sales, revealing digital marketing tactics that boosted growth. The conversation also touches on building customer loyalty through innovative membership programs and the potential of regenerative food systems in agriculture.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Roots of Resilience: A Farming Journey
04:42 • 19min
Navigating Funding and Collaboration in Agriculture
23:38 • 2min
Navigating Cooperative Dynamics in Agriculture
25:58 • 18min
E-Commerce Evolution
44:27 • 18min
Building Loyalty Through Membership
01:02:20 • 6min
Navigating the Shift from Growth to Profitability
01:07:54 • 2min
Empowering Regenerative Food Systems
01:10:20 • 11min
