Rural Roots Canada

After a stretch of mild fall weather, the Prairies are bracing for a sharp drop in temperatures, with rain, snow and strong winds expected in parts of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada podcast, RRC meteorologist David Spence joins host Tim Parent to discuss the incoming system, what it means for farmers still wrapping up harvest, and the risk of frost in...

Kubota Canada says it’s working to limit the impact of tariffs and counter-tariffs on its dealers and customers. The equipment distributor says ongoing trade uncertainty is creating challenges for both the company and the broader industry. Kubota Canada president Yannick Montagano tells Rural Roots Canada that having inventory already in Canada is a key part of its strategy to manage the situation...

Prairie Weather This Week - October 19 - 25

Prairie Weather This Week - October 19 - 25

Prairie Weather This Week - October 19 - 25

Prairie Weather This Week - October 19 - 25

Prairie Weather This Week - October 19 - 25

Significant rain in September reduced the extent of drought across the prairies, and only 9% of agricultural land is now considered abnormally dry or in drought. The latest Canadian Drought Monitor saying parts of southern Saskatchewan received 400% of normal rainfall in September, southern Manitoba 350%, and in Alberta, some areas received 200% of normal rainfall. And while all that rain may have...

Farmers spend a considerable amount of time choosing the right crop protection products, but a Lakeland College researcher says that the water used to apply them also deserves attention. Dr. Balwinder Kumar, a cereal research scientist at Lakeland College, says water hardness, pH and mineral content can affect the performance of herbicides and fungicides. Rather than guessing at water quality, Kum...

Monitoring and identifying insects across multiple field sites can be time-consuming for agricultural researchers and growers. Insect Track Solutions Inc. is developing an AI-powered platform designed to make insect identification and monitoring more accessible. Through its Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management (IPPM) Now system, the company is combining a mobile app with smart insect traps to...

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for the week of October 12, 2026

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for the week of October 12, 2026

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for the week of October 12, 2026

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for the week of October 12, 2026

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for the week of October 12, 2026

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for the week of October 12, 2026

What started as a family research venture in southern Alberta 25 years ago has grown into a biotechnology company helping farmers rethink how they manage crop inputs and profitability. For AdvancedAg CEO Joshua Day Chief, the company's 25th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on a journey that began with his mother's interest in microbial technology, long before biological crop products becam...

After several weeks of favourable harvest weather across the Prairies, Mother Nature is preparing to throw another curveball at farmers over the Thanksgiving long weekend. In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada Podcast, host Craig Lester is joined by RRC meteorologist David Spence to discuss a changing weather pattern that could bring rain, snow and frost to parts of Alberta, Saskatchewan and M...

The federal government has announced the upcoming launch of the $1 billion Food-Link Fund, which it says will strengthen competition in the grocery sector and get more Canadian food from producers to consumers. Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald and Housing and Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson announced Monday that the Food-Link Fund will be a key component of the $3.2-bill...

Alberta Grains is in the second year of a three-year project looking at how different wheat and barley varieties respond to in-season fungicide applications. The Advanced Management Trials involve six wheat and four barley varieties, with trials focused on high-yield scenarios, including an irrigated site near Taber, Alberta.

In this RRC Spotlight, Kubota is rolling out the latest generation of a tractor that has become an important part of its Canadian lineup. Andrew Marshall, Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Dealer Development says the BX-90 Series reaches well beyond one type of customer. The BX has been part of Kubota’s lineup since 2000, with the compact tractor finding uses in residential, agricultural, com...

CattleOS is testing voice artificial intelligence as a way to make record-keeping easier for cattle producers. The company was co-founded by CEO Pavan Balani and Chief Technology Officer Hashim Farooq. After interviewing more than 200 agricultural producers, they decided to focus on cattle. The founders say many producers still rely on paper and notebooks because they lack suitable recordkeeping s...

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for the week of October 5, 2026

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for the week of October 5, 2026

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for the week of October 5, 2026