Author: Pfahli

Gemüsehof Schuch – Digital Farmers Market

Gemüsehof Schuch

Digital Farm Market


About

the Farm

Gemüsehof Schuch is a multi-generational, family-run vegetable farm located in the Palatine region of Germany. They specialize in growing and selling fresh, high-quality vegetables, not only to large supermarket chains, but also to restaurants and individual customers. The farm places a strong emphasis on sustainable and resource-saving growing methods, ensuring that their produce is not only delicious, but also ethically and environmentally responsible.

A modern

logo

To reflect the personal and sustainable nature of the farm, we chose to design a logo with a hand-drawn style, incorporating recycling paper textures in the background. This gives the logo a unique, rustic and environmentally friendly feel that represents the farm’s values and mission.

Farm market meets

online shop

I was hired to develop a new online shop for Gemüsehof Schuch, which would enable them to sell their fresh produce directly to individuals. The online shop allows customers to place orders online and pick up their purchases directly at the farm, saving valuable time for the employees who no longer have to maintain a dedicated store on the farm. This new online shop is a great addition to their business model and it allows them to reach more customers and expand their business.

  • WooCommerce

    I utilized WordPress and WooCommerce to create a robust solution for both the online shop and content management for Gemüsehof Schuch.

  • Deposit System

    To reduce waste and save on packaging, we integrated a deposit system for small crates that customers can use to transport their purchases. When customers place their next order, they can return the crates and receive their deposit back.

  • Custom Mails

    I implemented customized emails that provide customers with all the necessary information, including pickup times and location.

  • PayPal Connection

    To make the payment process more convenient for customers and reduce the need for handling cash on-site, I integrated PayPal as a payment platform.


Visit gemuesehof-schuch.de


Social

Media

To promote the shop and give customers a glimpse into the daily life of the farm, we set up Instagram and Facebook channels. These channels allow the farm to share pictures and videos of their products, their farm, and the process of growing vegetables. This also creates a more personal connection with the customers and helps to increase their brand awareness.

Promotional

Flyer

A flyer is a great resource for households in the region to learn about the farm’s online shop and how to easily place an order for fresh, locally sourced produce.

One of the most interesting aspect of this flyer is that it’s printed on 100% recycled paper, showcasing the farm’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The farm is not only focused on providing high-quality vegetables but also on doing it in an ethical and sustainable way.

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FC Germania Forst Relaunch

FC Forst

Club Website Relaunch


About

the Club

FC Germania Forst is a local soccer club with over 15 teams and 1,000 members of all ages. The flow of information is vital to keep members and fans informed about games, practices, and events at the club. In the following sections, I’ll highlight some of the significant improvements and opportunities provided by the website relaunch.

A new design

for a new website

I made it my personal mission to create a new club image that can hold its own against even the largest clubs from the first and second leagues.

  • New Design

    The new fonts, clearer color guidelines, and subtle changes to the logo are elevating the club’s design to new heights.

  • Dynamic Content

    All content is dynamically sourced from various places and categorizes to minimize the need for redundant content management.

  • Large Images

    The use of large, high-quality images enhances visual appeal and helps to grab the attention of visitors.

  • Simplified Menus

    To improve usability, the menus have been streamlined to give visitors faster access to the content they are looking for.


Visit fcforst.de


Responsive

Design

For soccer clubs, it’s essential to be easily accessible on the go, as fans want to stay up-to-date with the latest results, read articles and learn more about the team. A significant focus of the changes in user experience was to optimize the interface for seamless adaptation between different screen sizes.

  • Adaptive Grid

    All posts are displayed in a grid that is easily adaptable to different screen sizes by adjusting the number of columns.

  • Large Buttons

    All buttons are large and easy to press with a finger, as well as clearly labeled with their intended function.

  • Filters

    To reduce the need for scrolling through a large number of posts, filters were introduced that allow users to easily sort through the most important categories.

  • Space for Sponsors

    A significant portion of the club’s income comes from sponsors, so it was essential to provide better visibility for their logos and ads on the website, while still keeping the main focus on the content.

Dynamic

Game results

Manually maintaining match results, league tables, and statistics for each team would be a monumental task for the volunteer members of the club. To alleviate this burden, I utilized an API from a regional soccer platform to load all important content dynamically and in real-time .

This allows visitors to access the latest match, a schedule of all past and future matches, league tables, and player statistics such as goals scored, red cards, and additional information.


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Cloud

Another crucial aspect of the relaunch was the integration of a locally hosted Nextcloud into the club’s operations. This enables active members to create and share documents, access their email, and manage calendars.

Additionally, the Nextcloud is connected to the CMS via oAuth 2.0, providing cross-platform access with a single account and a streamlined user management.

Metrics

after Launch

  • 82.6%

    More Visitors*

  • 2:43s

    Average Session Duration*

  • 3.4

    Pageviews/Session*

  • 92%

    SEO Score**

  • 100%

    Best Practices**

  • 92%

    Accessibility**

* In the first three months, compared to the previous website in the last three months (Bots excluded)
** Google Lighthouse Score (Desktop)

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Markus Pfahler
Röhringstraße 2a
76698 Ubstadt-Weiher