BCCAI: Bridging Agritech Innovation and Economic Resilience in B.C. British Columbia’s agriculture and agrifood sectors are facing unprecedented challenges. Rising production costs, climate volatility, and shifting global trade dynamics are challenging farmers and agri-businesses to adapt faster than ever before. Innovation is essential. But it’s not just about developing new technologies. It’s about making sure... Read More
Year: 2025
Peter Hannam, a farmer, farm leader, entrepreneur and visionary who played a pivotal role in the development of soybeans as a major crop in Ontario has passed away. He was 85. Hannam was born and raised at his family’s Woodrill Farms at Guelph and attended the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) at University of Guelph. After... Read More
Thanks for tuning in to RealAg on the Weekend! Host Shaun Haney is joined by: John Barlow of the Conservative Party of Canada on the direction of agriculture in this session of parliament; Adam Dyck of Warburtons on funding for the GATE Project; RealAg’s in-house agronomist Peter Johnson on the impact of smoke in the... Read More
Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith, both of RealAgriculture, and Meagan Murdoch of Hill & Knowlton. They discuss topics including: An update on Bill C-202 and a breakdown of its impact, with Greg Northey of CAFTA... Read More
In this week’s Beef Market Update, Shaun Haney is joined by Anne Wasko of Gateway Livestock Exchange to discuss the week’s explosive cattle markets and what’s on the horizon for Canadian producers. Southern U.S. markets were on fire, with Texas and Kansas live cattle prices jumping $5–$8 higher. Dressed trade in Nebraska saw gains of... Read More
Managing volunteer corn can sometimes feel like an afterthought—until it’s not. In regions where herbicide-resistant traits stack up across crops such corn and soybeans, it’s becoming increasingly important for growers to reassess weed management plans. Volunteer corn often flys under the radar on the Prairies, but as Jeanette Gaultier, technical service specialist with BASF, points... Read More
In this episode of the Mind Your Farm Business podcast, host Shaun Haney sits down with Ted Oakley, managing partner of Oxbow Advisors and author of Second Generation Wealth, to discuss the critical topic of passing down wealth and responsibility in farm families. Ted draws from decades of experience helping families manage major liquidity events... Read More
The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) has announced a partnership with the University of Guelph’s School of Continuing Studies (SCS) to deliver practical, industry-informed human resources (HR) training tailored specifically to farm and rural business operations. Through this collaboration, the University’s new Certificate in People Management will include a tailored elective stream, HR for... Read More
Every growing season is marked by wins and losses, weather events, and production highs or lows. The 2025 cropping season is fully underway across Canada, and the challenges faced in each region are unique and at times opposite. For example, parts of Quebec have been too wet to get much in the ground, but areas... Read More
Thanks for tuning in to RealAg Radio for this Thursday edition of Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! On this edition of Farmer Rapid Fire, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Geneve Newcombe of Port Williams, NS.; Mark Torrey of Woodville, Ont.; Scott Perkins of Elgin, Man.; Colin de Moissac of... Read More