Abstract
The goal of the Inland Northwest Artisan Grains™ Podcast is to support the development of artisan grains values-based supply chains and production of value-added artisan grains products in the Inland Northwest region of Idaho, Washington, Oregon, and Montana. The objectives of the Inland Northwest Artisan Grains™ podcast series include:
Provide education and support for the development of Inland Northwest artisan grains supply chains and value-added products during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provide producers, bakers, brewers, community development practitioners and technical assistance providers with in-depth understanding of the process, business relationships and community assets necessary to establish local/regional artisan grains value-chains.
Assist podcast guests (farmers and businesses involved in artisan grain values-based supply chains) in identifying opportunities for improvement and/or expansion through an in-depth analysis of their business relationships and market positions.
Provide a novel marketing opportunity for podcast guests to connect with existing customers and to expand their customer base.
Conduct IRB-approved research using a case study approach to understand the opportunities and challenges associated with developing and operating artisan grain value-chains.
The Inland Northwest Artisan Grains podcast is available on major podcasting platforms, including Spotify and SoundCloud. Episodes are also available at https://www.idahofoodworks.org/artisan-grains-podcast