Read MoreEscalating conflict in the Middle East is raising serious concerns about global energy flows, economic stability, and the broader geopolitical order—issues that could have downstream impacts on Canadian agriculture and trade. In this Frontlines episode, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and Jacob Shapiro of Bespoke Group unpack the rapidly evolving situation involving Iran, the United States,...

Read MoreThanks for tuning in to the Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAgriculture brought to you by Corteva Crop Protection! On today’s show, your host Shaun Haney is joined by: Emery Huszka of Lambton, Ont.; Josh Lade of Osler, Sask.; Brendan Uruski of Zbaraz, Man.; Jeff Nonay of Sturgeon County, Alta. and, Corteva Agronomist Jason Smith based...

Read MoreProposed changes to Canada’s livestock traceability regulations have faced major pushback from industry, with the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) signalling this week that the government's proposed path forward is not workable for producers. Tyler Fulton, CCA president and Manitoba rancher, says the national cattle producer organization does not support proceeding with the Canadian Food Inspection...

Read MoreGetting seed off to a strong, uniform start remains one of the biggest yield drivers, and John Deere is rolling out new planter technology aimed squarely at improving emergence consistency while also fine-tuning input management. At Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas, Anthony Styczinski, marketing manager for planters and air seeders with John Deere, outlined...

Read MoreA sharp correction in the rye market is forcing both buyers and growers to rethink how the crop fits into Western Canadian rotations. In this second episode of the Learning more about KWS hybrid rye podcast, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture speaks with Jason McGillivray, trade unit manager for the specialty grains group at Scoular, about...

Read MoreFarmers have spoken loudly in a RealAgristudies survey on land ownership restrictions —and 75% agree that there should be stronger limits on who can own farmland. Farmland has been a high-returning asset for farmers, individuals, families, or investment funds over the past couple of decades. While price appreciation has helped farmers' balance sheets by increasing...

Read MoreMental health continues to be a growing focus in agriculture, as farmers face increasing pressure from weather, markets, and the complexities of running multi-generational operations. In Alberta, the Agknow project has taken a closer look at what meaningful, farm-specific mental health support could look like, identifying both gaps and opportunities within the current system. Speaking...

Read MoreWelcome to a special mid-week edition of the RealAg Issues Panel! For today’s panel, Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith of RealAgriculture! Also on today’s show, Haney is joined by Jason McGillivray of Scoular on the hybrid rye market in 2026, in a new episode of the KWS podcast. Thoughts on something...

Read MoreA staggering share of Canada’s food never gets eaten—and Lori Nikkel says that’s a systems problem, not an accident. In this episode of the Ag Policy Connection podcast, Lori Nikkel, CEO of Second Harvest, outlines why a national food waste strategy is critical to strengthening Canada’s food system. Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization,...

Read MoreIt’s April 1st—and while there’s no shortage of surprises in this episode, none of them are jokes. From global fertilizer disruptions to frost-damaged wheat and standout western crops, host of Wheat Pete's Word Peter Johnson covers a wide range of timely agronomy observations and listener questions. There’s a mix of “yowzers” moments and practical takeaways...

Read MoreThe federal government is extending the higher interest-free portion on cash advances for 2026. Coinciding with the start of the government's new fiscal year on April 1, Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald announced the interest-free limit under the Advance Payments Program (APP) for 2026 will be maintained at $250 thousand for non-canola advances. By default in...

Read MoreBy Daryl Fransoo The op-eds have been excellent. They’ve put names and faces to the frustration so many of us feel. Darcy Pawlik has laid out, in plain, unflinching language, how the public wheat breeding system our industry helped build is quietly being taken apart. Tyler McCann and Pierre Petelle have kept shining a light...

Read MoreUnited Farmers of Alberta (UFA) has completed its acquisition of key assets of AgraCity Crop & Nutrition Ltd. after receiving final approval from the Saskatchewan Court of King's Bench on March 31. UFA's $48.2 million bid was the top offer for the Saskatoon-based crop input provider, which entered creditor protection in December 2025. The assets...

Read MoreWarm conditions may still feel a long way off, but early-season insect pressure is never far behind for canola growers. In this episode of RealAgriculture’s Canola School, University of Alberta associate professor Dr. Boyd Mori joins Amber Bell to speak about two key early threats: cutworms and flea beetles. Both pests target canola at emergence,...

Read MoreDr. Thomas Francis Funk, PhD, passed away peacefully Sunday March 29, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and lasting impact on all who knew him. Tom was the devoted husband of Jane for 55 wonderful years, and a loving father to Justin (Elisha). Tom took immense pride in being Grandpa to Isabelle and...

Read MoreThanks for tuning in to today’s RealAg Radio show brought to you by Bayer Crop Science Canada! On today’s edition of the show, host Shaun Haney is joined for a panel discussion as part of the Bayer Future of Canola series. Today's panel is: Shaun Corneillie, strategy lead for the Canola & Cereals Product Team...

Read MoreEarly-season fungicide decisions can set the tone for winter wheat performance—but timing, tank mixes, and weather all play a role in getting the most out of that first pass. In this episode of RealAgriculture’s Wheat School, host Bernard Tobin is joined by Bayer Crop Science agronomist Kurtis Pilkington in the field near Woodstock, Ont., to...

Read MoreAs edible bean growers look ahead to the 2026 season, lessons from last year’s crop — and early signals from the marketplace — are shaping management decisions across both Western and Eastern Canada. In this first episode of the 2026 Edible Bean School, RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin connects with Manitoba Agriculture pulse and soybean specialist Dennis...

Read MoreOn this episode of The Agronomists, your host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Norm Sutherland of Syngenta and Warren Bills of MNP to discuss sales relationships, team approaches to agronomy, communication, what the data says and how AI and tech is shaping client/retail/farmer relationships. The Agronomists is brought to you by RealAg on the Weekend,...

Read MoreThe Canadian government has temporarily approved emergency use of strychnine for controlling Richardson ground squirrels (RGS) in parts of Alberta and Saskatchewan. Health Minister Marjorie Michel and Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald issued a statement late Monday confirming emergency registration under the Pest Control Act has been granted until November 2027. Strychnine use for RGS —...

Read MoreWelcome to this Monday edition of RealAg Radio with your host Lyndsey Smith! On today’s show, Smith is joined by: Gus Ternoey of Grain Farmers of Ontario on encouraging transparency about fertilizer shortages; Andres Reyes Gaige of Acadian Plant Health for a spotlight interview; and, Peter Johnson of RealAgriculture to unpack winter wheat survivability, corn...

Read MoreThe Canadian Cattle Association has issued a statement on proposed changes to livestock traceability, as currently proposed under Part XV of the Health of Animals regulations, saying: "After extensive producer engagement and input from provincial beef organizations, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) does not support proceeding with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) currently proposed...

Read MoreWorking with family on the farm can create unique challenges, particularly when personal relationships and business responsibilities overlap. Questions around roles, expectations, and accountability can become more complicated when spouses, parents, and children are all part of the same operation. Nicole Davis of UnCommon Farms works with farms across North America on these issues, drawing...

Read MoreBy Cam Dahl "Agriculture and food production in Canada can be key in mitigating these threats. To seize the opportunity, we need to present governments with united and consistent policy solutions." A former boss of mine told me something that has stuck with me for 25 years: “Often you have a choice between being seen...

Read MoreRealAgriculture and Bayer Crop Science Canada are partnering to create a national conversation on the future of canola, launching a multi-episode series on RealAg Radio beginning March 31. The multi-episode conversation series will bring industry experts and farmers together to tackle real challenges and opportunities in the Canadian canola value chain. The Future of Canola...

Read MoreWelcome to this week’s edition of RealAg on the Weekend! On this week’s show: Graeme Crosbie of FCC discusses the current challenges in farm economics; Anne Wasko of Gateway Livestock Exchange joins the show for a beef market update; and, host Shaun Haney breaks down the FCC land value report. Thoughts on something we talked...

Read MoreAmerican biofuel industry and farm groups who represent corn, soybean, and canola growers are applauding record-high renewable fuel mandates announced by the Trump administration on Friday. The biofuel requirements are also expected to support demand for canola grown in Canada, at least until 2028, while putting further pressure on Canadian ethanol producers. The long-awaited renewable...

Read MoreWelcome and thanks for tuning in to RealAg Radio for today’s RealAg Issues Panel! On today’s edition of the issues panel, Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith of RealAgriculture, and Tyler McCann of CAPI. Also on today’s show, Haney is joined by Anne Wasko of the Gateway Livestock Exchange for a Beef...

Read MoreBeef markets are holding steady heading into Easter, but underlying signals—from packer disruptions to shifting wholesale spreads—are adding complexity to the outlook. In this Beef Market Update, Shaun Haney speaks with Anne Wasko of Gateway Livestock Exchange about current price trends, wholesale market dynamics, and what’s supporting the cow market despite softer boxed beef values....

Read MoreA decade after launching as Bushel Plus, the Manitoba-based harvest optimization company is entering its next phase under a new name — BranValt — as it looks to scale globally and expand its product offering. At Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas, RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin spoke with Marcel Kringe, CEO and founder of BranValt, about...

Read MoreThe federal government is planning to extend the income tax deferral period for livestock producers in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba who received compensation for animals ordered to be destroyed due to the 2024 and 2025 bovine tuberculosis events. On Friday, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Heath MacDonald, announced that the government intends to propose...

Read MoreThis week, Farm Credit Canada released its farmland report for 2025 numbers. The report suggests that land values maintained the same rate of growth over 2024, at 9.3%, but that there are significant regional differences (i.e. B.C. actually had a price contraction and Ontario's price growth barely matches inflation). The farmland report looks at 2025...

Read MoreThanks for tuning in to the Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAg Radio, brought to you by Corteva Crop Protection! Today on the show, your host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Mark MacLean of Port Albert, Ont.; Randy Tkachyk of Sundown, Man.; Scott Hepworth of Assiniboia, Sask.; Mark Brock of Staffa, Ont.; and, Corteva Agronomist Brent...

Read MoreThe Canadian government has committed to developing a "National Agricultural Soil Health Strategy" together with the Soil Conservation Council of Canada (SCCC). Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald joined Senator Rob Black and SCCC representatives to announce the development of the strategy on Parliament Hill on Thursday. “Healthy soils are the foundation of a strong and sustainable...

Read MoreManitoba farm equipment dealer genAG is expanding south into the U.S. Northern Plains. CLAAS of America has announced genAG will open new full-line CLAAS dealerships near Aberdeen, South Dakota, and Minot, North Dakota, with a third location planned near Bismarck to provide service and parts support. “These new dealerships represent an important investment for CLAAS...

Read MoreThe New Democratic Party’s bid to regain national relevance and official party status will reach a pivotal moment this weekend as the new NDP leader will be chosen at the party's convention in Winnipeg. The party hit its high-water mark 15 years ago, winning 103 seats and 31 per cent of the vote to finish...

Read MoreWith the farm economy dealing with weak fundamentals in 2026, there were plenty who were waiting to see the Farm Credit Canada 2025 Land Value report released this week. In this interview with JP Gervais of FCC, Gervais highlights that the national average of farmland value increase was 9.3%, which was the same as the...

Read MoreCase IH is expanding its Optum tractor lineup with a new series designed to handle a wide range of field and transport applications, combining higher horsepower with updated ride quality and integrated technology. At Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas, RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin spoke with J.E. Cadle, medium tractor marketing manager with Case IH, about...

Read MoreWelcome to RealAg Radio for this Wednesday edition of the show with your host Shaun Haney! Today on the show, Haney is joined by: JP Gervais of FCC on the land value report; Brett Hassard of AFSC for a spotlight interview on Livestock Price Insurance; and, Drew Spoelstra of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and...

Read MoreCold mornings, wide weather swings, and plenty of field activity set the tone for this week’s Wheat Pete’s Word. From early spring opportunities in southwestern Ontario to stark regional contrasts and agronomy insights, Peter Johnson covers a lot of ground—along with a few practical tips growers can put to use right away. This episode leans...

Read MoreA new digital platform is aiming to bring the farmers’ market experience online, connecting local producers directly with consumers in a more streamlined way. Speaking with RealAgriculture, Whitney Shaw of Arvo explains the idea was born out of frustration with the current patchwork of online marketplaces. “Often for them right now it’s looking on Kijiji,...

Read MoreIn this episode of The Truth About Ag, co-hosts Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout are joined by the renowned business woman, author, and investor, Arlene Dickinson. She shares how her early experiences with food insecurity shaped her thinking about food, business, and opportunity. From growing up without reliable access to groceries to building one of...

Read MoreGeopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to rattle fertilizer markets, creating both price volatility and supply concerns for Ontario grain farmers heading into spring. At the Grain Farmers of Ontario March Classic in Niagara Falls, Gus Ternoey, GFO executive committee member, says the U.S.- Iran conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz...

Read MoreProtecting young people on the farm starts with recognizing a simple truth: farms are both a workplace and a home. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney speaks with Drew Spoelstra of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and Chad Roberts of Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS) about building a stronger...

Read MoreSetting clear boundaries plays an important role in avoiding burnout and maintaining long-term performance, especially in demanding careers. At the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference in Calgary, Alta., Jennifer Keable encouraged attendees to take a closer look at how they set, and maintain, those boundaries. In her session, Breaking Free: Boundaries to Thrive, Not Just...

Read MoreWelcome to this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney! On the show today, Haney is joined by: Arlan Suderman of StoneX on the market impacts of the Iran war nearing spring 2026; Curtis de Gooijer of Borgault for a spotlight interview; and, Sean Prager and Teresa Aguiar Cordero of the University...

Read MoreThe Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has decided to delay new labelling requirements for bulk fertilizer that were set to take effect this summer. The agency says it has extended the compliance promotion period for bulk fertilizers from July 31, 2026 to July 31, 2027 to allow for "additional time for discussion with industry on...

Read MoreGeopolitical drama and policy uncertainty are once again driving volatility across commodity markets, leaving farmers to interpret fast-moving signals that don’t always tell the full story. To unpack how to navigate war-influenced markets Shaun Haney speaks with Arlan Suderman of StoneX to discuss how global conflict, biofuel policy, and trade dynamics are shaping grain and...

Read MoreUnpredictability continues to define insect pressure in Prairie lentil crops, and new research is helping growers better understand when — and if — action is needed. In this episode of Pests & Predators, host Shaun Haney is joined by University of Saskatchewan researchers Sean Prager and Teresa Aguiar-Cordero to unpack how pest dynamics, economic thresholds,...

Read MoreOn this episode of The Agronomists, your host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Guy Ash of METOS and Jonathan Zettler of Fieldwalker Agronomy to discuss using weather data to drive agronomy decisions. What tools are out there? What can't we predict well? How are farmers and agronomists adapting decision making to include data points? All...