Impact Farming

In this special segment, Tracy speaks to Mark Walker from Cereals Canada about "Canada's Looming National Rail Crisis." Canada is on the brink of entering a historical and catastrophic rail crisis. Join us as we speak to Mark and clarify what is happening. In this episode: - What happens if they strike? - What are the consequences to Canada, our reliability as a trade partner, businesses, consumer...

Season 6 Countdown  #4  - Episode 204: "Conflict On The Farm" w/Elaine Froese The Impact Farming Show is celebrating 6 years!  Wow, time sure flies. Do you recall our 1st ever episode which aired on August 8th, 2018? Tracy interviewed Jolene Brown in this episode titled "Family Farms and Succession Planning", take a step back in time and  watch episode 1 Our season 6 countdown begins with Episode...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks with Crystal Mackay about "Telling Our Story As Farmers." "We need to tell our story to consumers!" How many times have we heard this? As farmers, we hear this and agree that we should share our story. We really want to, but when the time comes to start sharing our story, we don't know what to say or how to say it, and we are also likely more than a tiny bit co...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Linda Hunt about "Agknow: Alberta's Farm Mental Health Network." Attention Alberta Farmers & Professionals Whether it's accessing resources for yourself, or pointing a farmer in the right direction, AgKnow is your key partner in the evolving landscape of farm mental health. Their vision is to create a shift in farming culture to one where caring for mental h...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Venessa Joy about "Ag Women Connect: Empowering Women In Agriculture." In this episode, Tracy speaks to Venessa all about her organization. Who are Ag Women Connect? Venessa shares the vision and purpose behind the organization. She shares more about membership and the organization's mission to empower, support, connect, and grow women in agriculture across...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Kristin Demoranville, a cybersecurity professional, about "Cyber Attacks: Is Agriculture At Risk?" Remember the solar flares that caused #plant24 to grind to a halt and, most recently, cyber-attacks on equipment dealers? It's no secret. We rely heavily on technology within agriculture. The question must be asked, has anyone stopped to consider the looming th...

In today's episode, Tracy chats with David Derwin about "Grain Marketing in Our Current Environment: June 2024 Update." Are you curious how things are shaping up in the grain markets as of spring 2024? If so, you will not want to miss this conversation where Tracy and David chat about: The current market conditions as of June 2024. What is the market outlook as of right now? The best marketing and...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Michael Langemeier from Purdue University about "Measuring Optimism in Agriculture: May 2024 Ag Economy Barometer Report." In this episode, Tracy and Michael speak about: What is the Ag Economy Barometer? In this interview, Michael shares the survey results from over 400 producers who were asked a series of questions. Purdue University and CME then compile t...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Patti Durand about "Conflict Landmines During Busy Farm Seasons." The vast majority of farms are multigenerational. While this is a beautiful thing, it can also present some additional challenges regarding the working atmosphere during hectic seasons. Stress. Blow-ups. Arguments and more. In this episode, Tracy and Patti speak about: The way we speak to our...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Gerry Friesen about his new book titled "The Recovering Farmer: A Journey through the Labyrinth of Anxiety and Depression." Mental health in agriculture is one of the most critical conversations in our industry, and in today's episode, Tracy and Gerry speak about: Gerry's personal mental health journey. How and why, he got started sharing this very personal...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Dave Gallant from the Canadian Canola Growers Association about the "CCGA Cash Advance Program: The Financial Tool Farmers Are Looking For." Are you concerned about the current elevated interest rates? If so, you will not want to miss this episode, in which Tracy speaks to Dave Gallant about a powerful borrowing tool for Canadian farmers. In this episode, th...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Sarah Foster from 20/20 Seed Labs about "20/20 Seed Labs & Celebrating 35 Years In Business." In this episode, Tracy and Sarah discuss: Sarah's background, her immigration to Canada, and why she decided to launch 20/20 Seed Labs. Sarah shares more about 20/20 Seed Labs including who they are, what they do, and who their core customers are. They then delve in...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Bruce Lowe and Baillie Shewkenek, from AG Direct Hail. Are you in the market for hail insurance? If so, you will not want to miss this episode, in which Tracy, Bruce, and Baillie discuss the AG Direct Hail difference and an exciting announcement for prairie farmers in 2024. They discuss: How is AG Direct Hail Insurance different from the competition? Hint: T...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Rose Tryon from American Agri-Women Association. American Agri-Women is the largest national coalition of farm, ranch, & agribusiness women. AAW members have been advocating for agriculture since 1974. Join our diverse group of women from across the country who are committed to advocating for agriculture. Our members are farmers, ranchers, producers, other a...

In this week's episode Tracy speaks to Michelle Durnin in this episode titled "Innovating Women's Farm & Ranch Wear." This one is for the ladies. Are you tired of the awkward fitting work wear? Wish you had farm gear designed specifically for the shapes and curves gifted to us ladies? If so, you will not want to miss Michelle's incredible entrepreneurial story of dreaming up and launching Durnin F...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Marcel Kringe about "Harvest Optimization" and how the Bushel Plus products are adding more value and profit to each harvest. Are you looking to reduce harvest wastage, increase yield in the bins and generate more profit at the end of each season? If so, that is precisely what Tracy and Marcel are speaking about in today's episode: - Marcel shares more about...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks with FCC Vice President and Chief Economist J.P. Gervais about the "2023 FCC Farmland Values Report." The FCC Farmland Values Report provides an annual look at the regional land value trends across Canada. In this episode, Tracy and JP discuss: - The special milestone of this being the 40th FCC Farmland Values Report. JP shares more about the report and the inf...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Sarah Falen Tate from Wild West Advocacy about "Balancing Conservation & Property Rights." In this episode, Tracy and Sarah discuss: - Sarah's deep family roots in ranching, advocacy, and fighting for the property rights of ranchers.  Tracy asks Sarah if land ownership and property rights are under attack. - Sarah shares her thoughts on land ownership, prope...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Evan Shout about "The Agri-preneur Mindset." In this episode, Tracy and Evan discuss: - Is your farm a business or a lifestyle? This is always a hot topic in agriculture, and Evan shares his thoughts on it to open the conversation. - Tracy asks Evan to share more about Farmer Coach, a farm business coaching program launched to bridge the gap between farming...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Joe Roberts about "Peak Energy Performance." In 1989, Joe was homeless, living under a bridge. 12 years later, he was a celebrated CEO, and in 2017, he finished a 9000-kilometre charity walk across Canada. Having mastered energy health through his own experience, Joe now helps individuals balance effort and energy to create high-performance results. In this...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks with Amanda Nigg, also known as FarmFitMomma. Would you like to hear an incredible story of tragedy to triumph? An inspiring story about how the worst day of your life can accidentally set you onto your life's purpose. If so, you are going to want to watch this episode. In this episode, Tracy and Amanda chat about: - The gut-wrenching story of how tragedy struc...

In this week's episode, tracy speaks to Senior Policy Analyst Bill Wirtz about the European Farmer Protests. Across Europe, farmers have rallied against changes in government policies and aggressive government environmental goals that are affecting business practices, harming food production, and seeing farmers in some countries having their farmers taken/bought out by the government. Tracy spoke...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Trent Loos from Loos Tales about standing up for agriculture, educating the urban consumer, threats to the agriculture industry, and much more. When anti-agricultural activists threatened the way of life he cherished, Trent knew it was time to take a stand. Consumers, even individuals in other aspects of agriculture, were listening to and believing the lies...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Moses Palmer, from 20/20 Seed Labs in this episode titled "From Lab to Field." #Plant24 is coming fast. As you prepare for seeding, you'll want to know all you can about the health of your seeds and that is exactly the focus of this week's episode. In this incredibly informative and valuable episode, Tracy speaks to Moses about the value of testing your seed...

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