Growing the Future

Engineering Leadership & Innovation in Agriculture with Ryan Husband Growing the Future Podcast S7E6  In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Husband, the mayor of Outlook, Saskatchewan, and the executive director of Irrigation Saskatchewan. Raised on a family farm, Ryan's journey to becoming a local leader, water management engineer, and co-owner of Husbandry Farms is full of grit and perseverance...

Soil Health Revolution: Unlocking the Potential Beneath Your Feet | Growing the Future Mastermind  Join host Dan Aberhart in the 'Engine of the Soil Igniting the Evergreen Revolution' webinar as he speaks with Greg Patterson, CEO and founder of A&L Canada Laboratories.  This webinar, presented by A&L Canada Laboratories and Growing the Future Productions, gathers a powerhouse of agronomic expertis...

Join Dan Aberhart on Growing the Future Productions as he discusses the volatile global fertilizer market in 2025 with Josh Linville, a trusted Fertilizer Market Analyst at Stonex. In this episode, they tackle the unpredictable fluctuations in fertilizer prices, including the impacts of tariffs, geopolitical events, and supply constraints. Josh provides a detailed analysis of the global factors af...

In this digital interactive event hosted by Dan Aberhart brought to you by Growing the Future Productions and Global Ag Risk Solutions, farming experts dive deep into the challenges Western Canadian farmers face amidst market volatility and climate unpredictability.  The webinar features key speakers including Dave Sullivan from Global Ag Risk, Dean Klippenstein and Tyson Kenneth from MNP, and Car...

In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast, Wade Barnes, founder of Farmer’s Edge, shares the raw and unfiltered story of his entrepreneurial journey—from the early days of pioneering precision agriculture to the pressure cooker of fundraising, navigating investor dynamics, and the hard lessons learned through an IPO. 🛠️ Key Topics Discussed: The highs and lows of raising capital and the hi...

What happens when a small agtech company takes on the biggest names in agriculture? In Part 2 of Wade Barnes' incredible journey, we dive into the high-stakes battle between Farmer’s Edge and industry giants like Monsanto, John Deere, and Nutrien. This isn't just a story about farming—it’s about corporate power, data wars, and the fight for the future of agriculture. 💡 In this episode, we cover:...

Wade Barnes spent years at the center of Canada's most-funded precision agriculture play. Farmers Edge raised hundreds of millions, signed thousands of farms, and promised to turn field data into decisions. Then the subscriptions stopped renewing. This is Part 1 of a three-part conversation. It starts before Farmers Edge, with the question that drove Wade there in the first place and what he belie...

Preston Marthey works with farmers who have stopped guessing at what their soil needs between the lab report and harvest. Most fertility programs are built on snapshots. The field is doing something different every week. CropX puts sensors in the ground and streams what is happening: moisture, temperature, and electrical conductivity, at depth, in real time. Preston's work is translating that data...

Benny shares a deeply personal and transformative story about losing his younger brother in 2021—a tragedy that profoundly shaped his life. His brother was murdered during a drug deal gone wrong, a moment that shook his family to the core. Benny reflected on how he hadn’t spoken openly about his own struggles and the lessons he’d learned in his younger years, and he wondered if being more vulnerab...

In this episode host Dan Aberhart chats with Warren Bills and his little brother Terry Aberhart ... the Visionary/Integrator and Simplifier/Multiplier team who have transformed the Western Canadian agricultural industry thought their various endeavours together.  They talk about their on their collaborative journey, the formation of their numerous agribusiness ventures, and the importance of align...

In this episode of the Growing the Future podcast, host Dan Aberhart interviews Sara Shymko, the executive director of Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) Saskatchewan.  They discuss the importance of creating hands-on educational opportunities for students to explore careers in agriculture. Sara shares insights from her global experience and emphasizes the need to connect kids with meaningful foo...

In this episode of the Growing the Future podcast, host Terry invites Rick Block from the Canadian Food Grains Bank to discuss the organization's impactful work in global food security.  They share their personal experiences abroad, the history and mission of the Canadian Food Grains Bank, and the innovative Grow Hope initiative. Terry’s son Holden shares his unique perspective as a young man enga...

Arthur’s story starts simple: a family farm, a small-town upbringing, and a job managing dealerships where loyalty wasn’t handed out, it was earned. As the dealerships grew, so did Arthur, taking on bigger roles until he eventually became President of Pattison Agriculture, responsible for 17 John Deere dealerships across Saskatchewan and Manitoba. It was more than just tractors—it was about buildi...

Ready to learn, unlearn, and relearn how you run your farm?  In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast, Matt Gosling breaks down many different concepts that every farmer should have the opportunity to hear.  From balancing nitrogen, to building dynamic soil zones, to challenging the status quo, Matt shares his 21 years of hands-on experience in agronomy, offering practical insights for tr...

Jeff Ivan grew up on a family farm south of Glenside, Saskatchewan. He left it because there was no room for him and spent the next 35 years becoming one of the most widely traveled fertilizer specialists in the world -- 80 countries, 25 countries in a single year at his peak, and a career that took him from cleaning grain elevator dustbins in Glenside to advising governments and companies across...

Join host Dan Aberhart on the Growing the Future podcast as he welcomes Jessica Janzen, a motivational speaker, mindset coach, author, and philanthropist.  Jessica shares her incredible journey of overcoming life challenges, including the heartbreaking loss of her son to Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Discover how her faith, resilience, and choice to bring joy have transformed her life and the liv...

Steve and his wife Vanessa live near Three Hills, AB, with their three children. A Professional Agrologist and Certified Crop Advisor, Steve has supported farmers for over 25 years. He has a diploma in Crop Advisory and a B.Sc. in Agriculture Studies. In 2008, he received a Nuffield Scholarship to study controlled traffic farming. In 2006, Steve founded Beyond Agronomy, providing agronomic service...

Mike Palmier did not start Max Ag to sell products. He started it because he believed the advice model in ag was broken. Most input reps are paid on what they sell. Mike's argument is that the advisor who tells you not to buy something is more valuable than the one who always finds a reason to. This episode is about what that looks like in practice -- what an ag advisor owes the farmer they work w...

Craig Davidson has spent his career watching fertility programs built on conventional inputs hit the same wall: consistent inputs, inconsistent results. His work with Tarus is built on one observation: what the soil biology needs is often not on the standard recommendation. This episode covers the gap most fertility plans ignore and what changes when you account for it.   What's Inside - Why two f...

In this episode we dive deep into the sheer grit and determination of Marcel Kringe, Founder & CEO of Bushel Plus. Join us to hear about an entrepreneurial journey like no other.  In the midst of a life-threatening car crash and the potential of not making it through the night at a hospital in Australia thousands of miles from home, Marcel made it through with the incredible support of his team, h...

Embark on an insightful exploration of the intersection between German culture and entrepreneurship with Marcel Kringe, the Founder of Bushel Plus. Marcel unfolds his agricultural narrative, meandering through the rustic allure of German farming to the vast landscapes of Canada and Russia. In part one, immerse yourself in the personal odyssey of adaptation, financial challenges, and the priceless...

Blake Berglund, Musician and Author, takes us on a journey from the farm in Kennedy, SK., to the vibrant streets of Nashville, Tennessee, tracing the thread of lightning that connects him to his father. As he grapples with the passing of his father, he finds solace and inspiration in the stormy nights and the memories of his farm upbringing.  Amidst tornado warnings in Nashville, Blake sits at the...

Part Three: The grand finale with Canada's largest farmland owner, Robert Andjelic!  Join Robert and Dan on an exciting ride as they explore the bright future of agriculture, delving into the revolutionary impact of AI and gene editing. From weed control to drought-tolerant crops, they discuss the potential game-changers that could shake up the world of farming. But that's not all – buckle up for...

In part two, Dan and Robert delve into critical insights shaping the future of agriculture, global trade, and investment strategies.  Robert discusses the importance of maintaining capital flow into agriculture, especially in these uncertain times. Canada, in his words, is at the forefront of efficiency, with a need to invest wisely for the benefit of future generations. Even with formulas and for...

Robert Andjelic crossed the Yugoslav border at ten years old. Hidden in a hay wagon. Rain coming down. Border guards on the other side with dogs. He made it. He arrived in Canada in 1958 with his family and nothing else. By 2023, he owned 231,000 acres of Saskatchewan farmland -- the largest private holding in the country. And he says a farmer will outbid him every time. Because farmers capture op...