Influencing Agriculture Through Social Media | Michelle Miller

In this episode of the Next Generation podcast, Lauren Moylan interviews Michelle Miller, known as The Farm Babe, who shares her journey from a city girl to a passionate advocate for agriculture. Michelle discusses the importance of using social media to influence public perception about farming, the need for authenticity in communication, and the power of collaboration among farmers. She emphasizes the significance of engaging with policy makers and overcoming fears to make a positive impact in the agricultural community. The conversation also highlights the upcoming Farm Cruise, a unique event aimed at bringing together farmers and influencers for education and networking. Links Website - Facebook - Linkedin - Youtube - Instagram - TikTok - X -Farm Cruise ⁠Follow us on Instagram! ⁠- ⁠The Next Gen Website ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Click the link, scroll down to where it says “Ratings & Reviews” and click the small link that says “Write a Review”) ⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE TO RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST ON SPOTIFY!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✍️⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Click the link, select the three dots next to the following button, and click the star that says “Rate show”) Takeaways Michelle started The Farm Babe to bridge the gap between consumers and farmers. Farmers need to step up and share their stories to combat misinformation. Authenticity in communication is crucial for farmers to connect with consumers. Collaboration among farmers can amplify their influence and reach. Engaging with policy makers is essential for advocating for agriculture. Overcoming fear and building confidence is key to sharing one's story. Social media offers a powerful platform for farmers to influence public perception. The Farm Cruise is an innovative way to connect farmers and influencers. Education and awareness are vital in promoting local agriculture. The agricultural community is supportive and encourages sharing diverse stories. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Michelle Miller, The Farm Babe 03:02 From City Life to Farming: Michelle's Journey 06:04 The Power of Influence in Agriculture 08:54 Communication Tips for Farmers 12:06 Using Influence in Everyday Life 14:58 Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence 17:45 The Evolution of The Farm Babe 21:02 The Importance of Policy Engagement 23:55 The Ripple Effect of Influence 26:47 Collaboration and Community in Agriculture 29:57 Final Thoughts on Advocacy and Influence 35:30 Letting Go of Negativity 37:05 The Power of Collaboration 39:21 Diversifying Influence in Agriculture 41:02 Introducing Farm Cruise: A New Community 44:44 Building Relationships Through Influence 47:26 Embracing Individual Paths in Agriculture 52:02 Advice for the Next Generation of Agriculture agriculture, social media, influence, advocacy, farming, communication, authenticity, policy, community, education