Manage Yor Hub with One Connected, Easy-to-Use Platform
Spend less time on manual processes and more time on what truly matters - growing your hub’s business!
How it Works
Quickly update quantities and see how many are in pre-orders.
Say Goodbye to Availability Lists
Simplified, centralized inventory management for both wholesale and retail.
List unlimited products to your online store.
Easily upload and update quantities and fulfillment dates right in the field.
Archive products once you’re done selling them for the season.
Hub Application Process
When we step into new relationships with hubs, we view them as long-term partnerships. We are committed to our relationship-based approach to partnerships, and we are excited to explore what is possible.
We're More Than Just a Software Company
We are committed to your success. That's why we provide mentorship, business collaboration, and coaching every step of the way. When you join Rooted as a collective, it's a partnership!
Hear Why River City and CT Flower Collective Use Rooted
Listen to collective leaders Justine McFarland, owner of Tupelo Farm, part owner and manager of River City Flower Exchange Cooperative and Jill Shea, manager of the Connecticut Flower Collective talk all things collectives and cooperatives with Scott Shepherd from The Flower Podcast!
Listen to the episodeHub Onboarding & Ongoing Support
Transitioning software and systems can feel daunting, but we’re here to help!
You can expect the application process and onboarding a new collective to Rooted to take around six to eight weeks. This can take more or less time depending your group and how quickly you work through account setup. Once you are up and running – we are here to collaborate and support you as your group evolves, season after season.
What is included:
Committed to Quality Product and Farm-Level Transparency
When assessing potential collectives/hubs looking to join Rooted, we like to sit down with groups early in the application process to make sure we understand your model, your region, and the goals of your group.
We look for collectives with a commitment to quality, consistency, and strong communication between your growers, your buyers, and the Rooted team.
Learn more about how we partner with hubs below.
Hub Qualifications
We work hard to ensure we’re setting you up for success. To help gauge this, we set baseline qualifications for new applicant groups.
If you don’t meet these requirements or have any questions about our process, please don’t hesitate to contact us to schedule a meeting.
Collectives 101 Course
Our on-demand online course, Collectives 101 was produced in collaboration with The Gardener’s Workshop. Amelia Ihlo, Founder of Rooted Farmers and owner of Reverie Flowers, covers the ins and out of how collectives work, and why they have value to you as a grower or a group of growers.
Learn more about our course through The Gardener’s Workshop below!
Benefits of a collective from both grower and designer perspectives
What is a collective admin and what is their role?
Collective logistics and order fulfillment
How collective cash flows work
The typical collective timeline
First year expectations
Listen to Lisa’s podcast episode:
"What is a Collective, Anyway?" Interview with Amelia Ihlo and Lisa Ziegler
Listen to the episodeTestimonials
A huge upgrade for the CT Flower Collective was discovering the online sales platform Rooted Farmers... After two years of messy spreadsheets, this technology was a game changer!
Haley Billipp, Eddy Farm, Connecticut Flower Collective
Newington, CT
FAQ
Find answers to frequently asked questions below.
We’re Here to Help!
Switching to a new platform can be daunting! Questions about how our platform works or whether it’s the right fit for you? Our dedicated team is here to answer any questions and give you hands-on help whether you’re just getting set up or have questions as you expand your business.
Email us: reachout@rootedfarmers.com