Rural Roots Canada

RRC meteorologist David Spence joins Craig Lester to break down a summer of weather extremes across the Prairies and what those conditions could mean as farmers move deeper into harvest. They discuss the sharp north-south divide in moisture, with dry conditions returning to parts of southern Alberta, while excessive rainfall is creating harvest challenges farther north. Spence also talks about slo...

With the United States’ decision to impose a 50 percent tariff on almost $28 billion worth of Canadian goods following a breakdown of trade talks, Canada has announced its counter-tariffs, matching the tariffs dollar for dollar, with many agricultural and agri-food products in the crosshairs.

A Canadian ag-tech startup is developing virtual fencing technology to make rotational grazing more accessible to ranchers. AgriVanna is building what it calls an operating system for the ranch, combining forage analysis, grazing plans and virtual fencing collars. It says the technology is designed for remote operations where traditional systems can be difficult to use.

RRC's Craig Lester sits down for a discussion with Alltech Global Beef Research Director Dr. Vaughn Holder. As the beef industry faces increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt production systems, Dr. Vaughn Holder, says one consideration cannot get lost in the discussion: producing food.

As the beef industry faces increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt production systems, Alltech’s Research Director for Beef, Dr. Vaughn Holder, says one consideration cannot get lost in the discussion: producing food. Holder was in Calgary to speak at the International Livestock Congress during the Calgary Stampede this summer, where his presentation focused on the science...

InVigor is celebrating 30 years in Canadian agriculture, marking three decades of change in both canola production and the hybrids farmers grow. BASF InVigor Marketing Manager Blaine Woycheshin has been along for nearly the entire ride, working with InVigor since 1997. “Old dogs never die. InVigor has been my life. Obviously, it's been a lot of fun, but we're not done. We've got a lot to offer gro...

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 24.

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 24.

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 24.

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 24.

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 24.

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 24.

RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides the Prairie Weather update for August 24

RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides the Prairie Weather update for August 24

RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides the Prairie Weather update for August 24

RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides the Prairie Weather update for August 24

RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides the Prairie Weather update for August 24

RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides the Prairie Weather update for August 24

We continue our summer road trip through Western Canadian agriculture. We stop at Lakeland College to talk applied research and the growing Crop Diagnostic Days with Lakeland's Dean of Applied Research Dr. Francois Paradis, celebrate 30 years of InVigor canola at Ag in Motion and look ahead to new hybrids for 2027 with BASF's Blaine Woycheshin (4:30), before heading to the Calgary Stampede for a c...

RRC Meteorologist David Spence breaks down the latest drought monitor report from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. This feature brought to you by BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada, helping farmers do the biggest job on Earth, no matter what the weather

The best agricultural research doesn't stay in the lab; it makes its way to the field. That's the idea behind Alberta Crop Diagnostic Day, where producers connect directly with researchers to learn practical solutions to the challenges they're facing, from weed control and insect pests to crop nutrition and agronomy. Hosted by Lakeland College, in partnership with Lethbridge Polytechnic and Wester...

Alberta Crop Diagnostic Days brought producers and industry experts together near Lacombe last month. The event featured hands-on sessions focused on crop research, variety development, and practical diagnostic skills. Trevor Sears, Executive Director of Western Crop Innovations, says attendance was about 50 per cent higher than last year. Sears says Western Crop Innovations is also implementing a...

RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides the Vegreville - Bonnyville area weather update for the week of August 17.

RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides the Lloydminster weather area update for August 17.

RRC Meteorologist David Spence provides the BC Peace area weather update for the week of August 17.