Impact Farming

Farming has never been just about the land, the numbers, or the equipment. It is about people. In this episode, Tracy sits down with Kelly Dobson of LeaderShift to talk about the growing connection between farmer wellbeing, leadership, and personal growth. Kelly shares what he is seeing on the ground with farm families across Canada and why stress, burnout, and mental load are becoming impossible...

In this episode we sit down with Annessa Good Hassard of Peak Heritage Consulting Ltd and Merle Good , agricultural consultant (retired), to talk about the real challenges farm families face when it comes to understanding their numbers and making confident decisions around money land and equipment. Drawing from decades of hands-on experience and real-world application of proprietary financial rati...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with two passionate voices in agricultural mental health: Lauren Van Ewyk, CEO of the National Farmer Mental Health Alliance — speaker, registered social worker, therapist, foster mom, sheep farmer, and agricultural mental health advocate, and Bridgette Readel, partner at Ag Mafia and co-host of The Rural Well Podcast. Together, we have an honest, grounded con...

In this powerful and timely conversation, Tracy speaks with Lauren Van Ewyk, a registered social worker, therapist, sheep farmer, foster mom, and dedicated agricultural mental-health advocate. Lauren brings both personal and professional insight into the challenges farmers face and the critically needed support systems being built today. From stress and financial uncertainty to rural isolation and...

In this segment, Tracy speaks to Paula Law the Event Chair for CrossRoads - Alberta's Crop Conference about their upcoming January 2026 event. Join Tracy and Paula in this segment as they discuss the theme of this year's event "Grow Boldy," key event speakers, networking opportunities, and so much more.  About CrossRoads - Alberta's Crop Conference CrossRoads provides a dynamic platform where farm...

In this episode, Tracy welcomes Colin Brisebois, VP of Products & Market Strategies at Farm Credit Canada, to talk about one of the most important topics in Canadian agriculture today: transition planning.  Colin walks through why farm transition is becoming more urgent, the industry pressures behind it, and how FCC is stepping up with tools, resources, and the innovative Transition Loan to help b...

In this powerful and practical episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Sally Murfet, Chief Inspiration Officer at Inspire AG. Sally brings decades of experience working with both family and corporate farms to help them build healthy teams, strengthen leadership, and create environments where people feel seen, valued, and supported. Together, Tracy and Sally dive deep into the huma...

Saskatchewan Farmland Market Trends: Real Estate Spotlight w/ Ted Cawkwell #farmland #farming #farmlife #agriculture  In this week's episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Ted Cawkwell for our very first Real Estate Spotlight segment. Ted is a well-known agriculture real estate specialist with deep roots in Saskatchewan's farm and ranch community. Together, they dive into the cur...

In this episode, Tracy sits down with Jorge Azevedo, CEO of Fermented Food Holdings, to explore the sauerkraut and fermented food boom that's reshaping the future of farming, food, and consumer demand. From ancient preservation methods to modern probiotic powerhouses, fermented foods are having a major moment. Jorge shares how his company connects farmers to consumers, the market forces driving th...

Overcoming Resistance in Farm Transition Planning #farming #farmlife #farmsuccession #farmtransitionplanning  Transitioning the family farm is one of the most emotional and complex challenges farm families face. It's not just about numbers or paperwork — it's about people, relationships, and navigating the tough conversations that come with change. In this episode, Tracy sits down with Trevor MacL...

In this episode, Tracy sits down with agricultural economist, strategist, and author Michelle Klieger to discuss the shifting global trade landscape and what it means for farmers. From the post–World War II rise of free trade to the Trump-era shift toward protectionism, Michelle breaks down how we got here, what's really happening in the U.S.–China trade war, and how these policies are reshaping a...

In this segment, Tracy speaks to Paula Law the Event Chair for CrossRoads - Alberta's Crop Conference about their upcoming January 2026 event. Join Tracy and Paula in this segment as they discuss the theme of this year's event "Grow Boldy," key event speakers, networking opportunities, and so much more.  About CrossRoads - Alberta's Crop Conference CrossRoads provides a dynamic platform where farm...

Farm Transition: Starting The Conversation About Finances #farming #agriculture #farmtransitionplanning #farmlife  In this episode, Tracy sits down with Jessica Groskopf, Extension Educator at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, to tackle one of the most important—and often challenging—topics in agriculture: **farm transition planning**. Jessica shares practical insights for families navigating th...

Tracy welcomes listeners to this week's episode of The Impact Farming Show, diving into one of Canada's premier agricultural events – the 2025 AgExcellence Event! This week, Tracy sits down with Nick Oakley from Farm Management Canada to discuss the upcoming AgEx conference, its mission, and what attendees can expect from the exciting agenda. Episode Highlights: - Introduction & Welcome: Tracy kic...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks with Darin Nooren about one of the most challenging and emotional topics facing farm families — how to achieve fair and equal in farm transition planning. Darin shares his expertise on strategies to balance the needs of farming and non-farming children. Darin explains how life insurance is one solution that can satisfy everyone's needs — providing retirement in...

In this week's episode, Tracy sits down with Winnie and Lacy, of Ranch Your Way and advocates of the Infinite Banking Concept, to discuss how ranchers and farmers can take control of their finances — and their future — by becoming their own banker. The Infinite Banking Strategy uses properly structured whole life insurance policies to create your own personal banking system. Instead of relying on...

In this episode, we sit down with Bonnie Kluthe of First Acre Insurance, to talk about "Farm Insurance That Truly Protects Farms." We explore common insurance pitfalls, real stories of farmers who've faced losses and haven't been fully protected, and how First Acre is helping farmers protect their livelihood with clarity and confidence. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - First Acre Insurance and...

How to Successfully Transition Your Farm – Insights from Kelly Sidoryk #farming #agriculture #farmlife  In this episode, Tracy chats with rancher, consultant, and Holistic Management educator Kelly Sidoryk about the real-world challenges and opportunities of farm and ranch transition planning. Drawing on decades of experience helping families navigate business, land, and relationship dynamics, Kel...

I was interviewed on The Wealthy Acre Podcast….

 So we are doing something a little bit different for this week's episode. We are sharing me being interviewed on The Wealthly Acre Podcast. Diana from The Wealthly Acre Podcast invited me onto her show to talk about my business journey launching Farm Marketer and The Impact Farming Show, share more about our farm in Manitoba, Canada, dive into farm...

Farmers, Let's Talk: The Reality of 2025 Farming – Storm Coming or Already Here? #agriculture #farming #trump #tariffs  Farmers, I want to hear what's happening in your world right now. Because from where I'm sitting, there seems to be a big disconnect between what farmers are experiencing and what's being talked about (or not talked about) publicly. In this episode, I dive deep into the biggest h...

Getting to The Table: Why Agriculture Needs a Mindset Shift in Transition Planning Transition planning is one of the most challenging — yet most important — conversations farm families will ever face. In this episode, Tracy sits down with Elaine Froese, Canada's Farm Whisperer, to explore why so many families avoid the conversation and what it really takes to successfully get to the table. Elaine...

Meet The Witty Farmer: Modeling, The Love of Farming & Farm Hustles #FarmHustle #Farming #FarmBusiness #FarmStore This week on The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with the incredible Jenny Sauer Schmidgall, better known online as The Witty Farmer, and trust us, her story is one you won't forget. Jenny has lived many lives—modeling, acting, building a career, and taking adventurous pivots—befo...

Farm Transition: How Do You Plan for Tomorrow When Today Feels Impossible?  In this episode of The Impact Farming Show , I tackle one of the hardest realities facing Canadian farm families today: how do you even think about transition planning when you're just trying to survive? Margins are tight. Input costs are soaring. Grain prices are weak, and the cost of cattle is through the roof. While man...

Who Inherits the Farm? A Real-Life Guide to Farm Succession (Part 2) #farmsuccession #familyfarming #successionplanning  In Part 2 of this special two-part conversation, Tracy continues her interview with Nick Shady, co-author of Who Will Get the Farm? —a practical guide to farm succession planning. While Part 1 focused on the book and Nick's personal story, this episode dives deeper into the big...

In this Product Spotlight, Tracy is joined by Matt Gosling, owner of Premium Ag, an agriculture consulting company based in Strathmore, Alberta. Matt shares why he calls KWS Hybrid Fall Rye his "favourite crop" and even the "best herbicide on the market." From weed suppression to early harvest and agronomic consistency, Matt explains why hybrid rye stands out compared to other spring cereals. We c...