Wednesday Dec 03, 2025

12: Pull Up A Bale with Samantha Allen!

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Let's Pull Up A Bale with Samantha Allen!

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Host: Val Lavigne

@DairyGalVal

http://www.pullupabale.com

Summary

In this episode of the Pull Up a Bale podcast, host Val Lavigne speaks with Samantha Allen, a farmer and entrepreneur, about her journey in agriculture, family life, and the challenges and joys of running a flower business. They discuss the importance of community, the impact of social media on business growth, and the balance between work and family. Samantha shares her experiences growing up on a dairy farm, her transition from teaching to entrepreneurship, and the significance of relationships in both personal and professional life. The conversation also touches on the pressures of wedding planning and the beauty of flowers, culminating in a heartfelt discussion about faith and personal growth.

Takeaways

Samantha Allen is a farmer, mom, and entrepreneur.

Family dynamics play a crucial role in rural life.

Growing up on a dairy farm shaped Samantha's work ethic.

Education can lead to unexpected career paths in agriculture.

Starting a flower business was a personal passion project.

Social media has been instrumental in growing her business.

Weddings provide a unique opportunity for creativity in floral design.

Samantha emphasizes the importance of saying yes to new opportunities.

The flower business allows for family involvement and legacy building.

Faith and personal growth are central themes in Samantha's life.

Sound Bites

"Life is plenty busy even with everybody in school."

"We were raised on a farm, right?"

"I realized I can actually do this."

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