From Racetracks to Ranchlands: Taylor Moyer on Reinventing Agriculture and Agritourism

Welcome to Barn Talk! In today's episode we sit down with the multifaceted Taylor Moyer. Taylor's journey spans from his roots in agriculture to the high-octane world of NASCAR and back to farming and ranching. In this episode, Taylor shares his insights on balancing family care with personal excitement, the invaluable lessons learned from mentors like Richie Parker, and his reflections on slowing down and appreciating life's stages. He also delves into the economic and strategic facets of farming, emphasizing the importance of profitability and innovative agritourism. From his transformative career shifts to embracing new business models, Taylor's story is a testament to the power of belief, perseverance, and community support. Tune in for an inspiring discussion filled with practical advice, entrepreneurial spirit, and heartfelt anecdotes. Whether you’re a farmer, entrepreneur, or just a fan of compelling stories, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the conversation! Use code BARNTALK for 10% OFF your next order https://farmergrade.com SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ➱ https://bit.ly/3a7r3nR   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS’LL DO FARM ➱ https://bit.ly/2X8g45c  LISTEN ON: SPOTIFY ➱ https://open.spotify.com/show/3icVr4KWq4eUDl7Oy60YMY  APPLE ➱ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barn-talk/id1574395049 Follow Behind The Scenes👇🏻 ● This’ll Do Farm Instagram ➱ https://bit.ly/30KPBNk   ● Barn Talk TikTok ➱ https://bit.ly/3qciekS   ● Sawyer’s Instagram  ➱ https://bit.ly/3BtX0n4   ● Tork’s Instagram ➱ https://bit.ly/3LGZJxS    00:00 Help grow Barn Talk by sharing and reviewing. 11:39 Bootlegging propelled family business during prohibition. 28:07 Worked in sync with the race car crew. 40:15 Farm lifestyle, Paleo Diet, transformative weight loss. 49:40 Early financial lessons from parents shaped adulthood. 58:29 Visited Black Mountain Ranch, wanted to work. 01:10:57 Custom grazing, backgrounding cattle, flexible enterprises. 01:17:27 Discovering Land Trust for agritourism monetization solution. 01:24:39 Farmers value connections, seeking appreciation and friendships. 01:41:31 Owner expanded poultry operation to retain workers. 01:47:39 Develop a cattle producer network for climate adaptation. 01:59:16 Accountability and support foster courage for change. 02:04:21 Consider timing; opportunities may arise unexpectedly. ------------------------------- ⚠NO FINANCIAL ADVICE / DISCLAIMER⚠  The Information discussed and shared on Barn Talk is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, without any express or implied warranty of any kind, including warranties of accuracy, completeness, or success for any particular purpose. The Information contained in or provided from or through this podcast is not intended to be and does not constitute financial advice, investment advice, trading advice, or any other advice. The Information on this podcast and provided from or through our content is general in nature and is not specific to you, the user or anyone else. You should not make any decision, financial, investment, trading or otherwise, based on any of the information presented on this podcast without undertaking independent due diligence and consultation with a professional, professional broker or financial advisory. ... #EP148 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices