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Rural Roots CanadaPrairie Weather this Week: Northeast AlbertaRRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the forecast for NE Alberta2025-04-2801 minRural Roots CanadaPrairie Weather this Week: Central AlbertaRRC Meteorologist David Spence shares a forecast for Central Alberta2025-04-2801 minRural Roots CanadaPrairie Weather this Week: LethbridgeRRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the southern Alberta forecast.2025-04-2801 min
Rural Roots CanadaPrairie Weather this Week - Dec 23, 2024In this Prairie Weather this Week report, RRC Meteorologist David Spence looks at whether the prairies will see a white Christmas.2024-12-2401 min
Rural Roots CanadaEyes on the Sky: Understanding What Causes Tornadoes and Severe StormsA series of tornado warnings in east-central Alberta last week reminds us that it's that time of year again. RRC Meteorologist David Spence has more on how long they last and what to watch for in the sky.
For more details, go to ruralrootscanada.com.2024-05-2002 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Episode #7: Selecting a Canola Hybrid and Silage Corn HybridIn this RRC episode, we explore what farmers should consider when selecting a Canola Hybrid and a Silage Corn Hybrid.
Kassi Rinas, Proprietary Representative for Nutrien Ag Solutions in Northern Alberta, shares her insights on what questions farmers should be asking themselves before making the selection.
Rinas talks about:
• Why farmers should write down what is essential on their
farm when selecting a Canola Hybrid (2:00)
• Considerations when selecting a Canola Hybrid (2:15)
• Preventing Podshatter and Poddrop (3:10)
• Selecting the correct herbicide resistance package for your
crop (5:25)
• Three biggest things farmers should consider when selecting
a Silage Corn Hybrid. (9:00)
This feature is powered by Proven...2023-11-0714 min
Rural Roots CanadaPercentage of Precipitation: What It Means and How to Interpret itYou often hear it in weather forecasts or read it in weather reports: percentage of precipitation (POP). But what does that mean? We find out the answer to that question with Meteorologist David Spence here on Rural Roots Canada.
To find out more about POP and listen to more RRC features go to Rural Roots Canada.com.2023-09-1702 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast #6 - Just Do It! Getting Succession Talks UnderwayGetting succession plans started can be difficult.
RRC's Craig Lester and Dalke Law's Eric Dalke explore the hang-ups that keep families from having tough talks about a farm's future.
They cover everything from how a third party in the room can lower the temperature of the dispute, how people are not alone with their family disputes, and what unique succession characteristics exist in the cattle industry amongst many other topics.
For more on this story go to Rural Roots Canada.com.2023-08-2110 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast Episode #5: Alberta Open Farm Days at Farming Smarter in LethbridgeAlberta Open Farm Day events took place across the province on Saturday and Sunday.
Rural Roots Canada ventured down to Lethbridge to take in Farming Smarter's event.
In this episode, RRC's Craig Lester chats with Jamie Puchinger from Farming Smarter about the importance of bridging the gap with consumers, Keshav Singh from Agriculture and Agrifood Canada on research he and his team are doing to advance technology in crop management. He also talks with agronomist Scott Gillespie, owner of Plants Dig Soils, about the skillsets required to have a career as an agronomist.
For more on this story, you can...2023-08-2111 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast #4 - Grains and Oilseeds Market Update with RaboBank's Stephen NicholsonIn this episode, I chat with Stephen Nicholson, Global Sector Strategist-Grain & Oilseed for Rabobank, as to what we can expect in terms of wheat prices as producers move into harvest.
If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to check out the Podcast Farm at Rural Roots Canada.com.2023-08-1209 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast #3 - Beef Market Update with RaboBank's Lance ZimmermanIn this episode, we get an update on the beef markets and what producers can expect this Fall.
Lance Zimmerman is a Senior Beef and Cattle Market Research Analyst for Rabobank.
He comments on the explosive cattle market trends we have seen in the first half of the year - why it is happening, the shrinking herds in Canada and U.S., and what producers can expect this Fall.
If you liked this feature, be sure to check out the Podcast Farm on Rural Roots Canada.com.2023-08-1216 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast #2 - We Are Beef: 2023 Canadian Beef Industry Conference2023 Canadian Beef Industry Conference Chair Dr. Elizabeth Homerosky sits down with RRC's Craig Lester to talk about the upcoming conference and why this is a can't miss event for producers and industry stakeholders a like.
From the keynote speakers, bull fighters, producer boot camp, stock dog showcase and all the networking that goes along with the an event like this, Homerosky says it is a can't miss.
For more information and to register go to Rural Roots Canada.com.2023-08-0109 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast Ep 1. - Alltech ONEIt has been a very, very busy July.
Between the International Federation of Agriculture Journalist Congress happening in Olds, Alberta, Alltech ONE's world tour coming to Calgary, the Calgary Stampede and Ag in Motion in Saskatoon and of course, the ongoing drought conditions farmers have been dealing with there has been no shortage of things to talk about conversations to be had and stories to be told.
We are trying something new a podcast designed to cover all of the conversations we are having and stories we are telling across our platforms.
This first episode is a bit of a...2023-07-2413 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Tech Tuesday: Drone spraying tech taking offThe world's first precision AI spraying drone. We talk to the Founder and CEO of Precision AI about how this seemingly futuristic tech can help farmers in the here and now.
To read more about the technology, go to ruralrootscanada.com.2023-07-2202 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC International: Growing a farm using an IT skillsetUsing an IT skillset to grow a farm.
In this episode of Rural Roots Canada, we travel to Melbourne, Australia where these skills are paying dividends for an organic vegetable operation.
Peninsula Fresh Organics is owned by Natasha and Wayne Shields.
Find out more about Rural Roots Canada.com.2023-05-2102 min
Rural Roots CanadaNuffield Update: Lester shares about his travels through Asia - PacificExploring media's impact on agriculture, is the message getting through?
Nuffield Scholar and RRC owner Craig Lester is on a mission to shed light on the media's role in shaping our perception of the agricultural industry.
Lester's Nuffield journey is sponsored by the Alberta Wheat Commission, Foothills Forage and Grazing, Western Stock Growers' Association through the James Hargrave Legacy Fund, Eastern Irrigation District, Rolling Hills Ag Society, Hemsing Farms, Curt & Lynn Lester and Stephen Lester & Chantal Larose.2023-04-2402 min
Rural Roots CanadaRob Saik: Building consumer trust, sustainable intensification, and AGvisorPRO“One of the things we need to bring into the discussion is the discussion of the emotion of farming as well as the practicality,” says AGvisorPRO CEO and Founder Robert Saik referring to how agriculture can strengthen its relationship with consumers.
In this interview, Rob and RRC’s Craig Lester also talk about why sustainable intensification at the farm level will help feed the world and why everyone in the industry needs to adopt technology at a quicker rate.
They also take a trip back in time as Rob reflects on what he would tell his younger self if he had th...2023-02-0119 min
Rural Roots CanadaHow to turn a spent gravel pit into a flourishing grasslandA Manitoba farm family turns a marginal piece of land into a thriving pasture for their cattle. They tell RRC how they were able to rejuvenate the land here on Rural Roots Canada.2023-02-0102 min
Rural Roots CanadaElaine Froese: Having courageous conversations about farm transitionFarm Family Transition Expert Elaine Froese encourages farm families to have courageous conversations.
In this podcast, Elaine and RRC's Craig Lester talk about what is holding families back from having tough conversations about farm transition plans and the dangers of putting them off.
Using relatable examples from her family and farm businesses, Elaine talks about navigating farm transition and ensuring expectations are clearly communicated.
Elaine Froese, CSP is a certified professional speaker, certified coach, and author. She’s a go-to expert for farm families who want better communication and conflict resolution to secure a successful farm transition.
As a farmer an...2023-01-1133 min
Rural Roots CanadaChoosing the seed that best fits your farmIn this RRC podcast, Craig Lester sits down with Twyla Jones, an Agrologist and Crop Advisor with Nutrien Ag Solutions.
During their conversation they discuss:
- The growing conditions this past year in northeastern Alberta
- What farmers need to be thinking about when they are choosing seed for next year,
- Why they should take data from a single research plot with a grain of salt
- What disease pressures may come into play during next year's growing season in northeast Alberta.
This feature is powered by Proven Seed.2022-11-2110 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC in Conversation: Jillian Byers, Andrea Stroeve-Sawa and Adrienne IveyIn this podcast, Rural Roots Canada talks with Andrea Stroeve-Sawa of Shipwheel Cattle Feeders from Taber, Alberta, Adrienne Ivey of Evergreen Cattle Co. and host of the podcast View From the Ranch Porch from Ituna, Saskatchewan and Jillian Byers of Blue Ridge Farms from Blue Ridge, Alberta at the Alltech ONE Conference in Lexington, Kentucky.
The three of them talk about the sustainable practices they carry out on their farms, their journey in agriculture and the incredible contributions women have played in agriculture.
For more on this story, go to ruralrootscanada.com2022-09-1120 min
Rural Roots CanadaDigitizing Your Farm RecordsHave you moved your farm records over to digital?
In this RRC podcast, Farm Credit Canada AgExpert Product Specialist April Popadynec talks about the benefits of digitizing your farm records, including the time-saving efficiencies that come with it. For more on this podcast and AgExpert go to Rural Roots Canada.com.
This Podcast is sponsored by FCC AgExpert.2022-08-1508 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Cattle Producer Profile: Cudlobe Angus and Cudlobe Angus WestMeasuring success by the success of their customers. We take a look at the Cudlobe Angus and Cudlobe Angus West cattle operations located near Stavely, Alberta in this Rural Roots Canada Cattle Producer Profile.2021-10-1102 min
Rural Roots Canada2020 Year in Review: Grain farmers plant late, deal with COVID and trade issuesGrain growers faced a number of challenges in 2020... We discuss what they were and what they need from the Federal Government with the Grain Growers of Canada in the latest RRC Podcast... To hear and read more on this go to Rural Roots Canada.com where we Amplify Canadian Agriculture.2020-12-2702 minRural Roots CanadaKnow What You Grow: Expanding your grain marketing reachMaximizing farmers' grain marketing reach utilizing technology. How it can improve the management of your farm here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-09-2102 minRural Roots CanadaWhy it's important to get your grain testedHow getting your feed grade grain tested when it's harvested can help your livestock's health and bottom-line here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-09-1402 minRural Roots CanadaRaising consumers' knowledge of agricultural practicesRaising consumer's knowledge about modern farm practices is key in building public trust for agriculture. A leader in agriculture talks about the risk of not doing this here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-09-0702 minRural Roots CanadaBuilding public trust in agricultureBuilding consumer confidence in agriculture. Advancing Ag mentee Ashley Smith talks about her findings here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-08-3102 min
Rural Roots CanadaTax tips for Livestock and Crop ProducersA tax expert says there are some proactive tools farmers can use when it comes to claiming their income from livestock and crops. We look at those tools here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-08-2402 minRural Roots CanadaTax deductions for your farm operationAre you aware of all the tax deductions that are available to your farm? A tax expert runs through a list of them to help your operation here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-08-1902 minRural Roots CanadaKnow What You Grow: Managing Falling Number at harvestManaging your grain crop for low Falling Number during harvest. We sit down with an Agronomy expert on how to get the most out of your crop, which potentially may have low Falling Numbers more here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-08-1002 minRural Roots CanadaKnow What You Grow: What is Falling Number and why is it important in grain crops?What is Falling Number and why is it now an issue in crops? An agronomy research extension specialist breaks down why it's important and tips for keeping it higher here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-08-0302 minRural Roots CanadaCabbage Seedpod Weevil, Midge, Sawfly among issues to scout for in cropsAn Alberta-based agronomist warns of potential harvest issues due to a late seeding. Jeremy Boychyn talks about what farmers need to keep a sharp eye out for as they scout their crops here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-07-2702 minRural Roots CanadaExcessive moisture in Alberta leaves farmers in tough spotSoil saturated. Farmers across Alberta deal with high moisture levels while things look much drier in Manitoba.. more on the soil conditions across the prairies coming up on Rural Roots Canada, Where we Get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-07-2002 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Virtual Ag Days to feature array of experts on farming issuesA chance to hear and discuss farm issues with experts for free. Grain marketing, agronomy, public trust, veterinary, tax, and legal experts all in one place to help will be at the upcoming RRC Ag Days on July 14th more on the virtual ag day and how you can take part here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-07-0702 minRural Roots CanadaHoney business becomes the buzz during pandemicA Nanton, Alberta based business is all the 'buzz' during the COVID-19 pandemic as consumers look for locally sourced food. More on the initiatives 'Bee My Honey' started during the difficult times which allowed them to succeed coming up on Rural Roots Canada where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-06-2902 min
Rural Roots CanadaAlberta Young Speakers for Agriculture Competition goes digitalAn agricultural public speaking event is going digital this summer. The Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture competition comes during a time when more and more people want to know where their food comes from. The event is for youth and students between the age of 11 and 24. Videos must be submitted by August 15.2020-06-2202 min
Rural Roots CanadaKnow What You Grow: The importance of a grain marketing planKnow what you grow. An expert talks about how farmers can get the most out of their crops, by building a grain marketing plan here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-06-1502 minRural Roots CanadaCorteva Agriscience sets sustainability strategy and goals as it marks one-yearWhat is sustainability in agriculture? Corteva Agriscience Canada's Kris Allen talks about what sustainability means to them as they mark their 1-year anniversary as a pure-play agricultural company. More here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-06-0802 minRural Roots CanadaIt's Good Canada: New campaign aimed at growing conversation about food systemIt's Good Canada! As Canadians ask serious questions about where and how their food is produced a new campaign aims to grow the conversation. A campaign aims to get more Canadians talking about where their food comes from more here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-06-0102 minRural Roots CanadaAlus Canada looking to partner with farmers for eco-system servicesA non-profit is looking for farms that want to make a little bit of money by producing eco-systems on land that is not normally used. More on the Alus Canada program here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture2020-05-2502 minRural Roots Canada4-Hers get creative in marketing livestock due to COVID-19Learn to do by Doing. 4-Hers are finding creative ways to market their livestock with the challenges that COVID-19 presents. How you can help them out and get locally produced food at the same time coming up on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-05-1802 minRural Roots CanadaRRC Ag Days goes virtualRural Roots Canada Ag Days are going virtual with an event in July. We talk about the panels, demonstrations, and interactive segments here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-05-1202 min
Rural Roots CanadaAlberta company finds new uses and markets for hempFinding more uses for hemp. An Alberta company teams up with farmers to use more of the plants they are growing. We find out what they are making with it here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-05-0402 min
Rural Roots CanadaSteps to mitigate the spread of ClubrootAs planting starts to get underway, canola producers are mindful of a growing disease in the prairies. We talk to a canola expert about what producers can do to mitigate the spread of clubroot here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Production.2020-04-2702 minRural Roots CanadaFeed yards can handle packing plant COVID-19 slowdowns in the short term: NCFAThe emergence of COVID-19 cases in the workforces at meatpacking plants has resulted in them slowing down production causing a bottle-neck for producers trying to sell their livestock. We have more on what cattle producers are doing and what they need to weather the storm here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-04-2002 minRural Roots CanadaThe History of Agriculture Service Boards and the Association of Alberta Agriculture FieldmenIn this episode of Rural Roots Canada, we take a trip back through time and learn a bit about the history of the Agricultural Service Boards and Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen as they mark 75 years in operation.2020-04-1302 minRural Roots CanadaVeterinarians take measures to protect clients and themselves from COVID-19It's a busy time for farmers and veterinarians as calving is in full swing for many, so what are vets who are traveling to do farms doing to help protect everyone from COVID-19 while still doing their job. Dr. Pat Burrage is a Veterinarian and the Vice President of the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association. He takes us through what measures vets are doing to protect clients and themselves during this pandemic.2020-04-0602 minRural Roots CanadaRRC Interview: Kenny Corscadden - Lethbridge College - Farming Smarter MOULethbridge College and Farming Smarter have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Dr. Kenny Corscadden, Vice-President of Applied Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CARE) at the college talks about how formalizing their long-standing partnership will further both college and Farming Smarter's goals and objectives.2020-04-0503 minRural Roots CanadaOlds College launches new programs to meet future ag industry demandsTwo new programs at Olds College are aimed to prepare students for one of agriculture's most transformative ages. We talk to the Dean of Werkman's School at Olds College about how these will help them meet industry and producers' needs in the future here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-03-3002 minRural Roots CanadaThe Dollars and Sense of Grazing: Jim GerrishThe dollars and sense of grazing. An internationally renowned grazing expert explains how grazing can help your operations bottom line here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-03-2302 minRural Roots CanadaAFAC Livestock Care Conference goes virtual in the wake of Covid-19Going virtual! The Alberta Farm Animal Care Conference’s Livestock Care Conference moves forward as a virtual conference in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. More on the conference on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-03-1802 minRural Roots CanadaCommunication early and often key to avoid estate fights: DalkeIt's like lubricant for a tractor, good communication is the solution to a lot of family issues. We talk to a lawyer about succession planning here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-03-0902 minRural Roots CanadaDespite agriculture trade issues there's reason to be optimistic: VossenTrade has been a massive topic on the agriculture front for a while now, with issues arising with China, Saudi Arabia, Italy, and India in the past year. Why the President and CEO of Richardson International says we should remain optimistic here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-03-0702 minRural Roots CanadaAWCA: Barriers facing women in agricultureBarriers for women to get ahead in their agricultural careers still exist. Jenny Ose with John Deere Canada examines them coming up on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-03-0202 minRural Roots CanadaCleanfarms launches grain bag and twine recycling program in AlbertaFarmers now have a place in Alberta to take grain bags and twine for recycling. Tammy Shields from Cleanfarms talks about a new pilot project aimed at making things easier for producers to recycle here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-02-2402 minRural Roots CanadaASB: Bringing local Ag issues to the province's attentionAgricultural Service Boards play an important role in informing the Alberta Government about issues. We look at how ASB's gather information and feedback on issues here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-02-1702 minRural Roots CanadaAlberta Young Farmers and Ranchers Rock the Farm 2020Farm management and networking dominated the recent Alberta Young Farmers and Ranchers Rock the Farmers event in Edmonton. We have more on the annual meeting here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-02-1002 minRural Roots CanadaAWCA: How can women give each other a hand up in their careers?How can women in agriculture give each other a hand up in their careers? Jenny Ose with John Deere Canada answers that question here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the stem and meat of agriculture.2020-02-0302 minRural Roots CanadaAlberta Agricultural Service Boards discuss issues, celebrate 75 yearsRepresentatives from Agricultural Service Boards from across Alberta converged on Banff last week to discuss issues, network and celebrate 75 years. More on the conference here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-01-2802 min
Rural Roots CanadaDirt to Dinner: New book aims to educate children about agricultureA new book aims to teach kids about agriculture and the work that goes into producing food. We talk to the author of Dirt to Dinner here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-01-1702 minRural Roots CanadaRRC Ag Days set for Fort Macleod in FebruaryGrazing practices, grain marketing strategies, animal nutrition, succession planning and much more. A look at the upcoming Rural Roots Canada Ag Day in Fort Macleod in February here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2020-01-0602 minRural Roots CanadaPesticides rivers and wetlands: AAAF SpeakerA researcher from the University of Manitoba presents her students findings on pesticides in rivers and wetlands to the Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen. More on what they discovered here on Rural Roots Canada, Where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-12-3002 minRural Roots CanadaLeading change in farm organizations and businessesHow to lead your farm organization and business through change. We talk about the art and science of it here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-12-2402 minRural Roots CanadaAAAF welcomes new presidentThe new president of Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen, Sebastien Dutrisac, from Northern Sunrise County, is reflecting as they mark 75 years... more coming up on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the stem and meat of agriculture.2019-12-1602 minRural Roots CanadaAWCA: Identifying and developing young leaders in agricultureBreaking the age old stereotype that leaders in agriculture need to have years and years of experience. We delve into the importance of identifying young leaders in Ag here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the stem and Meat of agriculture.2019-12-1302 minRural Roots CanadaAAAF gather for annual In-Service Training on 75th AnniversaryThe Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen are marking 75 years of service to farmers. We catch-up with the Past President at their annual In Service Training on what it means to reach this milestone, here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-12-0902 minRural Roots CanadaNew leadership program launched for farmersA new leadership training program to help farmers with their operations will get underway in January. We have more on the program from Farm Management Canada, here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-11-1802 minRural Roots CanadaArgentinian agriculture student networks at Canadian Ag ConferenceAn exchange of ideas between two countries as one of this year's students at the Advancing Women in Agriculture journeys from Argentina to attend the conference more here on Rural Roots Canada.2019-11-1102 minRural Roots CanadaConnect: The Heart of the FarmA popular agriculture conference is set to kick off in Saskatoon this week. More on Connect: The Heart of the Farm here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-11-0402 minRural Roots CanadaConsumers evolving food choices impacting farmersConsumers are changing their food preferences and agriculture is being forced to keep up. The Past Chair of the Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute weighs in on what's fueling this evolution here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-10-2102 min
Rural Roots CanadaAcme, Alberta family featured in season 2 of Real Farm LivesAn Acme, Alberta farm family is featured in season two of the reality web-series 'Real Farm Lives'. Matt Sawyer talks about the experience of having their everyday routines filmed, here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-10-1302 minRural Roots CanadaUnleashing your inner superwoman: Advancing Women in Agriculture Speaker PreviewWomen in agriculture will be hearing from a Business Brain expert on how to unleash their inner - super-powers at the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference in Niagara Falls, Ontario. We have more from Dr. Brynn Winegard on her speech and how Canada is a world power when it comes to agriculture here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-10-0702 minRural Roots CanadaGuardians of the Grasslands set to tell cattle's role in protecting grasslandsA short documentary about the role cattle play in maintaining grasslands, which is an endangered eco-system in Canada is set to premiere. More on 'Guardians of the Grasslands' here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-09-3002 min
Rural Roots CanadaDogs trained to detect clubroot in canolaTraining dogs to detect Clubroot in Canola. We meet Adi, the Golden Doodle, and Josie, the German Shepherd, as well as their trainers Bill and Mario as they work to find clubroot in Alberta here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-09-2402 minRural Roots CanadaFarming Smarter hosts consumers on Alberta Open Farm DaysFarmers, Ag businesses and consumers come together to talk about agriculture at Farming Smarter in Lethbridge. More on the day of festivities that happened in August here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-09-1602 minRural Roots CanadaPasture management: Hoping for the best, planning for the worstDo you have a strategic plan for your pasture? We talk to a internationally known expert, Graeme Finn, on pasture management about why you need to always think about the bad times first when building a plan. More here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-09-0202 min
Rural Roots CanadaCalf prices expected to see some pressure during fall run: PerillatAs farmers look to sell calves this fall there could be some pressure on prices. We talk to CanFax's Manager and Senior Analyst Brian Perillat on what factors to watch as calves go to market, more here on Rural Roots Canada where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-08-2602 minRural Roots CanadaCattle producers gather for Canadian Beef Industry ConferenceThe Canadian Beef Industry Conference has wrapped up after a week of tours, sessions, inspirational keynote speakers and massive networking as cattle producers from across the country came together. We talk to the Chair of the conference about the annual event's momentum here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture2019-08-1902 min
Rural Roots CanadaSouth African auctioneer travels to Canada to compete in Calgary StampedeA young South African auctioneer tours Alberta and competes at the Calgary Stampede. More on what he is taking away after his trip here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-08-1202 minRural Roots CanadaCBIC to include tours, live demonstrations and sessions to help farming operationCattle producers and industry stakeholders will be gathering in Calgary next week to talk about the latest and greatest in the beef industry. More on the keynote speakers and the tours here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture2019-08-0502 minRural Roots CanadaLumsden, Saskatchewan's Sebastian places in all Heavy Horse Pulling events at Calgary StampedeRon Sebastian out of Lumsden, Saskatchewan places in all three weight classes at the Calgary Stampede's Heavy Horse Pull. More on why Sebastian loves competing in heavy horse pulling events here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-07-2902 min
Rural Roots CanadaYear-round grain marketing discussion at RRC Ag DaysThinking about grain marketing year - round to improve your revenues. Ag Exchange Vice President of Strategy and Business Development Mike Witkowicz shares some insight into the marketing discussion he will be leading with farmers at the upcoming Rural Roots Canada Ag Days in Airdrie, Rolling Hills and Fort Macleod in June.2019-05-2702 min
Rural Roots CanadaPhD Student to talk Advancing Ag and Canola at RRC Ag DaysExperts from across western Canada will be gathering for three Rural Roots Canada Ag Days in Southern Alberta in June including a PhD student talking about the Advancing Ag program, more here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2019-05-2002 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Ag Days - Turning Winter Woes into Winter Wow when getting grain to marketAg Exchange Group’s Mike Witkowicz previews his upcoming talks at the RRC Ag Days in Olds, March 1 and Yorkton, March 8 about the challenges of getting grain to market in the current transportation environment and the opportunities available if producers diversify. Register to here more on this subject and several others by going to Rural Roots Canada.com.2019-02-2502 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC PODCAST: FarmCash Advance program off to great startIn this RRC Podcast, we get an update on the Alberta Wheat Commission’s FarmCash Advance program, which was launched in 2018.
Syeda Khurram, Chief Financial Officer, for the Alberta Wheat Commission talks about the growth of the program.
She says farmers have been very happy with the program, what additions they will be making when they enter the second phase of it on April 1.
She also discusses the third phase of the program.
The farm cashflow program is designed to improve producers’ profitability.2019-01-2106 minRural Roots CanadaRRC PODCAST: PED case in Alberta and measures producers should be taking to help mitigate spreadIn this episode, we are talking with Dr. Julie Keenliside, she is a Veterinary Epidemiologist with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry.
She gives us an update on the measures taken to make sure the site stays contained, their investigation trying to trace the case to its source and talks about the measures producers can take to help mitigate PED spreading.
We also talk with Darcy Fitgerald, the Executive Director with Alberta Pork.
He chats about how producers are feeling about the situation and the importance of remaining vigilant of people coming on the farm...2019-01-1113 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast: Do More Ag GrowsDo More Ag Foundation CoFounder Kim Keller talks with RRC's Craig Lester about the growth the foundation has seen in the past year. How it has exceeded her expectations, how the industry has rallied behind the cause and how it has led to a heightened awareness of the importance of mental well-being in the industry.2019-01-0703 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast: Effectively telling Ag's story on Social MediaIsaac LeClair from Agriculture More Than Ever talks with RRC's Craig Lester about effective story-telling and why it is so important for the agriculture industry to engage consumers more often and effectively. He reviews the three principles for an effective story and how you get consumers coming back for more helpings of your story.2019-01-0607 minRural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast: A look back at 2018 with Alberta Ag Minister Oneil CarlierA look back at the agriculture issues and announcements with Alberta Agriculture Minister Oneil Carlier including:
- This year's growing season, which included a delayed planting and harvest due to snow and rain.
- The wait for and announcement of the U.S., Mexico and Canada Trade Agreement that will replace NAFTA and the concerns he is hearing on the matter from farmers in the supply management sector.
- What the new Canadian Agriculture Partnership agreement means for Alberta.
- How the railway companies have been performing in term of getting grain to market.
- What the recent purchase of grain ca...2018-12-3111 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC PODCAST: So you want your cattle to graze 365 days a year?Steve Kenyon from Greener Pastures Ranching in Westlock, Alberta talks about how and why he made the transition into a 365-day grazing system. Kenyon gives his best advice on what producers should be thinking if they are thinking or about to make the jump and also chats about what keeps him going as he works to refine his grazing practices.2018-12-0306 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC PODCAST: Rock the Farm with AYFRIn this RRC Podcast, we catch up with the President of the Alberta Young Farmers and Ranchers, Lauren Ovinge.
We spoke with her at AYFR's Rock the Farm Conference in Calgary at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino.
The chat included at this year's Rock the Farm conference, a recap of this year's events, how difficult this year was for farmers in Alberta, the importance of networking for young farmers and what they are looking to accomplish in 2019.2018-11-2606 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC PODCAST: Cedric MacLeod - Canadian Forage and Grassland Assoc. ConferenceIn this RRC PODCAST: We chat with Cedric MacLeod, The Executive Director of the Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association at their ninth annual national conference about the state of the forage and grassland industry in Canada.
We talked with him about a number of things including:
- Why forage and grasslands are the life-blood of agriculture.
- Why farmers need better in telling the story of forage and grassland and its significance on the Canada agriculture scene.
- The growth they have seen in the industry...
- A recap of the conference.
- And what energizes him about this industry 365...2018-11-2309 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast - A conversation with stars of Real Farm LivesWheatley, Ontario farmer Chris Renwick, Madison Englot and her father Norm from Montmartre, Saskatchewan talk about their families connection to agriculture, being filmed while doing their everyday chores, their passion for informing consumers about where their food comes from and telling them who they are as farm families.
CropLIfe Canada, the organization behind Real Farm LIves, President and CEO Pierre Petelle talks about the excitement of putting the project together and where it all originated.2018-11-0917 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Radio Feature: Canadian Forage and Grasslands conference just around the cornerSoil carbon and soil health will be the focus of the 9th annual Canadian Forage and Grasslands Conference. The event is scheduled to take place in Calgary November 13th - 15th. More on the conference here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the stem and meat of agriculture.2018-11-0502 minRural Roots CanadaRRC PODCAST: Riding the radio waves with a SharkRob Sharkey talks about growing his podcast, the conversations he has with farmers and the journey he has been on since he became the Shark Farmer.2018-11-0205 minRural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast: Love the Life you Lead with Jana DanielsonSaskatoon’s Jana Danielson from Lead Pilates talks about the importance of self-care and how that can help you Love the Life you Lead. She talks about focuses on movement and taking time for yourself at Sasktachewan Women in Ag’s Connect - The Heart of the Farm conference.2018-11-0208 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC Podcast: Growing talent during a labour shortageAs Canada's agriculture industry deals with a labour and talent shortage, BASF Canada continues to see growth in a program they started five years ago. More on the successes found in the company’s Professional Development Program here on Rural Roots Canada, where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture.2018-10-2302 min
Rural Roots CanadaThe Whole Picture: Cash Flow Management and Grain MarketingCash flow management is a crucial part of any farm business plan. We talk about the different elements and how marketing your grain ties into that conversation, with the Vice President of the Ag Exchange Group here on Rural Roots Canada where we get to the Stem and Meat of Agriculture. Ag Exchange Group presented at the RRC Rolling Hills Ag Day.2018-06-1802 min
Rural Roots CanadaRRC - CanFax Market Drivers Report - FebruaryCanFax Manager and Senior Analyst Brian Perillat talks about the strong cattle prices, profitability in the feeding sector, how demand is working through supplies and why Alberta is the feel-good story of the country in this edition of the Rural Roots Canada - CanFax Market Drivers Report.2018-02-2002 min