The Homegrown Vendor Blog

Learn how to set up a pre-order page for your food business. Step-by-step guide covering product photos, cutoff times, payment, and how to get customers ordering.

Not every food business needs to grow into a brand. Here’s why staying small on purpose is a real strategy — and how to build a business that fits your life.

Not sure if your food business idea will work? Here's how to test it fast, what signals to look for, and when to stop testing and commit.

The things nobody tells you before starting a food business — pricing, real customers, and the systems you need sooner than you think.

Most home food vendors underprice their products without realizing it. Here's why it happens, what it's costing you, and how to fix it.

Every cottage food product requires a compliant label before you sell. This guide covers all required elements — ingredient list, allergen declaration, disclosure statement — and the common mistakes to avoid.

8 free QR code ideas for farmers market vendors — accept payments, grow your email list, take pre-orders, and stay connected with customers after market day.

Selling food at craft fairs requires different prep than farmers markets. This guide covers permits, what products sell well, booth setup for high traffic, inventory planning, and pricing for gift buyers.

Ready to add online sales to your farmers market business? Learn how to take pre-orders, convert regulars, set up a storefront, and manage both channels.