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On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -Farmer input is needed for a soil survey. Kevin Hursh of SaskAgToday.com talked to Brent Van Koughnet from the Soil Health Network about what the survey entails. -Research trials on farms was the theme of my latest conversation with Lisa Guenther, Senior Editor of the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine and Country Guide Magazine. -A summit about dealing with wild pigs was held this week. -Manitoba released its first crop report of the year.
On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -Digging deeper into the Saskatchewan Cattle Association's federal election priorities with CEO Christina Betker. -Lisa Guenther with the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine and Country Guide Magazine says they have a federal election survey up on their respective websites. -This year's winner of the Saskatchewan Outstanding Young Farmer Award hails from the Wymark area in the southwest.
Nobody's hurting American farmers more than President Donald Trump. His trade war with Canada is raising prices, and his cuts to USAID are hitting U.S. producers where it hurts. Meantime, farmers and ranchers north of the border are escaping the pain...for now. Everybody knows that could change in an instant. What should Ag producers and Canadian consumers be doing to prepare? 2:45 | We talk Ag with Dave Solverson, past president of the Canadian Cattlemen's Association, Andre Harpe from Alberta Canola, rancher and Cows in Control founder Ryan Copithorne, and Alberta Chambers of Commerce president and CEO Shauna Feth. CHECK OUT ALBERTA CHAMBERS of COMMERCE: https://www.abchamber.ca/ 1:12:00 | Blahsheep says corruption is everywhere, Paul's pissed he's paying to demo the Coliseum, Jan calls Jespo and Johnny to the carpet over Tesla, and Michael has an NSFW message for our neighbours to the south. It's The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park! FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com When you visit the DQs in Palisades, Namao, Newcastle, Westmount, or Baseline Road, be sure to tell 'em Real Talk sent you! REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.
On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -Senior Editor of the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine and Country Guide Magazine Lisa Guenther joins the show to talk about one of her colleagues covering a beef cattle conference in Texas. Tariffs were top of mind down there. It's also top of mind on this side of the border as we'll hear from an Alberta group about the importance of "buying local". -Kevin Hursh of SaskAgToday.com spoke with Milt Poirier of the Ag Transport Coalition about the railways' poor performance as of late. -The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities made history with the appointment of its new Executive Director.
On Friday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -The Saskatchewan Pulse Growers have heard the tariff talk before but are doing their due diligence in preparing for the possible U.S. tariffs next month. -This week was a good one for canola and wheat futures, according to Ventum Financial's Adam Pukalo. -Lisa Guenther from the Canadian Cattlemen's and Country Guide magazines joins the show to talk about succession planning.
On today's edition of the program: - FCL CEO Heather Ryan discusses the company's pause on its renewable diesel facility and joint venture canola crush project with AGT Foods. - Ottawa is teaming up with the province to provide funding for crop-related research. - Sandy Junek with Discovery Seed Labs talks crop diseases - Lisa Guenther, the Senior Editor of the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine, talks winter calving.
On Monday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -We'll get caught up on the latest SaskAgToday.com Roundtable with Kevin Hursh. -Canada and Indonesia signed a bi-lateral trade deal. -Lisa Guenther with the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine joins the show to talk about a documentary she is involved with. -An organization called Ag for Life is looking for volunteers.
On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -The new Ag Critic for the NDP is Party Leader Carla Beck as she unveiled her Shadow Cabinet yesterday. -Kevin Hursh of SaskAgToday.com looked into hail insurance claims this year. -Ryan's latest chat with Lisa Guenther from the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine revolved around succession planning.
On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -Sylvain Charlebois added his voice to the debate of Bill 282. -Cattle prices in the province continued its upward trend. -Cattle health was highlighted in a recent Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine article.
On Tuesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -In case you missed it, APAS released its key election priorities for the provincial election. -Conservative MP John Barlow talked more about Bill C-275. -Ryan's latest chat with Lisa Guenther was about something she noticed at this year's Ag-in-Motion that is on the Canadian Cattlemen's website.
On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -Day 2 of the strike involving grain terminal workers in Metro Vancouver, and a Saskatchewan Farm Group wants that to end with a deal as soon as possible. -US Presidential candidate Donald Trump warns John Deere he'll put tariffs on its products coming into the US if the company moves its manufacturing operations to Mexico. -Ryan caught up with Lisa Guenther, the Senior Editor of the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine, about how to handle cattle stress. -More debate on a private member's bill - Bill C-275 - during a Senate Ag Committee meeting.
On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -The Saskatchewan 2024 Harvest is 25 per cent complete. -Lisa Guenther from the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine talks about what to do when forage gets rained on. -We'll highlight a woman who was nominated for the 2024 Influential Women in Canadian Agriculture
On Tuesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -The list of people calling on the railways, union, and feds to ensure a national strike or lockout is avoided continues to grow. Provincial Agriculture Minister David Marit was one of those, in part 1 of a 3-part feature. -Adam Pukalo of Ventum Financial provides an overview of the USDA's latest Supply and Demand Estimate report. -Lisa Guenther, Senior Editor of the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine, highlighted a column written by her colleague about the key to a successful, long-term farming operation.
On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -The provincial crop report is out, and it suggests the hot, dry weather is starting to affect crops in some areas. -We'll have a recap of Ag in Motion with Show Director Rob O'Connor and Senior Editor of the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine Lisa Guenther.
On Day 2 of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young and Doug Falconer: -Lisa Guenther of the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine joined the show to talk about her experience at Ag in Motion so far. -Kevin Hursh of SaskAgToday.com has a pair of reports from Ag in Motion. He covered an AgTech Breakfast as well as companies taking a direct-to-farmer approach to their business. -Manitoba's Crop Report indicates warmer weather has helped crop development.
On Friday's edition of SaskAgToday w/ Ryan Young: -Ventum Financial's Adam Pukalo says despite the short week, canola and wheat futures did well. -Lisa Guenther from the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine joins the show to preview Ag in Motion. -Some active wheat buying globally. Michael Wilton from Mercantile Consulting Venture breaks it all down.
On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -The Canadian Cattle Association and other cattle groups want Cargill and the union representing its workers at its processing facility in Guelph, Ontario to reach a deal ASAP. -Lisa Guenther of the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine highlighted a column on their website about supplementing cattle. -Adam Pukalo of Ventum Financial provided an overview of a USDA report on seeded acres. -Terri Lang from Environment Canada has weather stats for the month of June.
On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -Louis Dreyfus Company held a sod turning ceremony in Yorkton for its new pea protein production plant. -Lisa Guenther with the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine talked about parasite resistance to commonly used de-wormers. -The Saskatchewan Cattlemen's Association will soon open call for nominations for a few spots on the Board of Directors. -Bruce Lowe of Ag Direct Hail Insurance says hail claims are coming in after storms around the province last weekend.
On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -A long-time beef market analyst provided an outlook for the North American market at this week's SSGA AGM and Convention. -A chat with the Senior Editor of the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine, Lisa Guenther, about Ag in Motion coming up. -Kevin Hursh of SaskAgToday.com has a report on retired farmers having a change of heart when it comes to farmland.
On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -Part 1 of a preview of the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association AGM & Convention in Swift Current. -Lisa Guenther with the Canadian Cattlemen's Magazine talked about toxic plants. -After a better-than-expected May, June started off poorly for the canola market. -Terri Lang from Environment Canada says spring this year was average.
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Conservation easements aim to protect native grasslands, but some ranchers are hesitant to sign on the dotted line. Melissa Bezan with Canadian Cattlemen talks with Tom Harrison of the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Foundation who has a less-permanent solution; Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther catches up with chuckwagon driver Amber L'Heureux about her 2022 season in the driver's seat; and, Gary LaPlante a Plains Cree-speaking member of Moosomin First Nation of Treaty 6, and Randy Klassen with the Mennonite Central Committee, discuss ‘Reserve 107,' a documentary about how a Saskatchewan community came to the realization that the land they live on actually belongs to an Indigenous First Nation. Hosted by Lisa Guenther.
Conservation easements aim to protect native grasslands, but some ranchers are hesitant to sign on the dotted line. Melissa Bezan with Canadian Cattlemen talks with Tom Harrison of the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Foundation who has a less-permanent solution; Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther catches up with chuckwagon driver Amber L'Heureux about her 2022 season in the driver's seat; and, Harry Lafond with the Office of the Treaty Commissioner, and Randy Klassen with the Mennonite Central Committee, discuss ‘Reserve 107,' a documentary about how a Saskatchewan community came to the realization that the land they live on actually belongs to an Indigenous First Nation. Hosted by Lisa Guenther.
Ag in Motion show director Rob O'Connor shares what it's like to be back to the big outdoor farm expo after a two-year hiatus and a significant purchase that will ensure the future of the site; Ken Wall of Federated Co-operatives discusses how grain farmers can increase revenue by planting perennial forage crops and gauges the amount of farmer interest; Melissa Bezan of Canadian Cattlemen magazine talks with Lee Sinclair of Merck Animal Health about low-stress cattle handling and how it can make for healthier cattle and less frustration for both man and animal. Hosted by Laura Rance.
Ag in Motion show director Rob O'Connor shares what it's like to be back to the big outdoor farm expo after a two-year hiatus and a significant purchase that will ensure the future of the site; Ken Wall of Federated Co-operatives discusses how grain farmers can increase revenue by planting perennial forage crops and gauges the amount of farmer interest; Melissa Bezan of Canadian Cattlemen magazine talks with Lee Sinclair of Merck Animal Health about low-stress cattle handling and how it can make for healthier cattle and less frustration for both man and animal. Hosted by Laura Rance.
A group that represents Canadian ranchers has changed its name to be more gender inclusive. The Canadian Cattlemen's Association, which represents more than 60,000 ranchers and feedlot operators nationwide, will now be known as the Canadian Cattle Association. He'll talk about the name change, the recent reversal of a Health Canada decision to back away from a saturated fat warning label on ground beef and pork, and one groups' request for a complete price review of beef. Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute located in Portage la Prairie, will be closing its doors at the end of July.The consulting firm specializes in agriculture, mining, and transportation, with several unique pieces of test equipment. President and CEO Leah Olson outlines what brought about the closure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther talks with chuckwagon driver Amber L'Heureux about her sport and what it's like to compete after a two-year hiatus; Dale Haroldson talks about his decades of experience on the chuckwagon circuit and what it takes to be a competition judge; and, Jamie Laboucane talks about the ‘many hats' needed in competitive chuckwagon racing and why the sport requires much more than just grabbing the reins and hanging on. Plus, Gord Gilmour, editor of the Manitoba Co-operator, opines on Canada's rail system and what can be done to make grain transportation more efficient for Prairie farmers. Hosted by Lisa Guenther.
Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther talks with chuckwagon driver Amber L'Heureux about her sport and what it's like to compete after a two-year hiatus; Dale Haroldson talks about his decades of experience on the chuckwagon circuit and what it takes to be a competition judge; and, Jamie Laboucane talks about the ‘many hats' needed in competitive chuckwagon racing and why the sport requires much more than just grabbing the reins and hanging on. Plus, Gord Gilmour, editor of the Manitoba Co-operator, opines on Canada's rail system and what can be done to make grain transportation more efficient for Prairie farmers. Hosted by Lisa Guenther.
The recent collaboration between organizations, producers, and consumers to stop the intended front of package (FOP) labelling of ground meat proved just how effective organized lobbying can be. Reg Schellenberg, president of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA), says it has been smiles across the board after the federal government announced that ground meat, including beef,... Read More
Welcome to this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, you’ll hear: Dennis Laycraft, of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) on the labelling of ground beef for saturated fat; Willie Van Solkema, beef industry consultant, on whether or not Saskatchewan could sustain a new packing plant; Greg Northey, of the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance... Read More
Welcome to this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, you’ll hear: Dennis Laycraft, of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) on the labelling of ground beef for saturated fat; Willie Van Solkema, beef industry consultant, on whether or not Saskatchewan could sustain a new packing plant; Greg Northey, of the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance... Read More
At the Livestock Marketing Association of Canada convention in Lloydminster, Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther talks to Jill Renton and Dacie Przekop, who photograph cattle for DLMS/CattleVids.ca. They tell us what it takes to quickly capture a bovine's best side -- and, equally importantly, how to avoid getting on its bad side. Also: as the racing business works its way back from the COVID-19 pandemic, the CPCA's first and only female chuckwagon driver, Amber L'Heureux, is overcoming injury to get herself -- and three teams of horses -- ready to compete. Hosted by Lisa Guenther.
At the Livestock Marketing Association of Canada convention in Lloydminster, Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther talks to Jill Renton and Dacie Przekop, who photograph cattle for DLMS/CattleVids.ca. They tell us what it takes to quickly capture a bovine's best side -- and, equally importantly, how to avoid getting on its bad side. Also: as the racing business works its way back from the COVID-19 pandemic, the CPCA's first and only female chuckwagon driver, Amber L'Heureux, is overcoming injury to get herself -- and three teams of horses -- ready to compete. Hosted by Lisa Guenther.
Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther speaks with professional auctioneers John Baier and Rob Bergevin at the Canadian Livestock Auctioneering Championship about what judges are looking for in contestants and how auctioneers develop their ‘chant'; Ed White of the Western Producer speaks with Centreport Canada president Diane Gray about the massive distribution hub situated in the geographic centre of Canada and what it means for agri-business; and, farmer columnist Toban Dyck opines on his decision-making process for a used air seeder and why buying used farm equipment is not always an easy decision. Hosted by Ed White.
Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther speaks with professional auctioneers John Baier and Rob Bergevin at the Canadian Livestock Auctioneering Championship about what judges are looking for in contestants and how auctioneers develop their ‘chant'; Ed White of the Western Producer speaks with Centreport Canada president Diane Gray about the massive distribution hub situated in the geographic centre of Canada and what it means for agri-business; and, farmer columnist Toban Dyck opines on his decision-making process for a used air seeder and why buying used farm equipment is not always an easy decision. Hosted by Ed White.
Spring is finally here in Western Canada! Thank goodness. On this episode with Fawn Jackson, strong female leader and voice echos in my mind. A genuinely wonderful person that I am grateful to have as the biggest fan of Canadian Beef. Fawn's network is all encompassing from rural agricultural roots to business and on the world political stage. After this episode if you're not fired up about chasing your goals, check your pulse. Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you Klassen Cattle equipment as a full season sponsor. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/
Canola Council of Canada says advanced biofuels is a new opportunity for growth for the country's canola growers. Earlier this month the Environmental Protection Agency released a proposal that could open the export doors even wider for Canadian canola producers. The proposed plan would recognize renewable diesel and jet fuel made from canola oil as “advanced biofuels” under the U.S. Renewable Fuel Standard. Council president Jim Everson is excited about the announcement, as the move to advanced biofuels means the product can be combined with traditional diesel, producing a fuel with lower greenhouse gas emissions. And the U.S. proposes to accept canola oil opposed to raw seed. This creates another opportunity for Canada that right now has 14 processing plants with several more having been announced Reg Schellenberg, a rancher from Saskatchewan was elected by acclamation as the new president at the Canadian Cattlemen's Association (CCA) annual general meeting in Ottawa. Schellenberg has served as a director in 2010 and was mostly recently CCA vice-president. Schellenberg will talk about the priorities for his term including advocating for the creation of a Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine bank, enhancing the current suite of business risk programs for cattle producers, and increasing market access for Canadian beef in world markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bob Lowe, outgoing Canadian Cattlemen's Association (CCA) president, shares some of the many challenges cattle producers faced during his tenure while COVID-19 cast its long shadow across the country; Piper Whelan speaks with new CCA president, Reg Schellenberg, about where the association is preparing to focus its priorities in 2022; and Fawn Jackson, CCA's director of policy and international affairs, offers her take of the recent federal budget and what parts of the plan are designed to support the agriculture sector. Hosted by Lisa Guenther.
Bob Lowe, outgoing Canadian Cattlemen's Association (CCA) president, shares some of the many challenges cattle producers faced during his tenure while COVID-19 cast its long shadow across the country; Piper Whelan speaks with new CCA president, Reg Schellenberg, about where the association is preparing to focus its priorities in 2022; and Fawn Jackson, CCA's director of policy and international affairs, offers her take of the recent federal budget and what parts of the plan are designed to support the agriculture sector. Hosted by Lisa Guenther.
The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) has been long-served by Bob Lowe as president, but upon his retirement from the role, Reg Schellenberg has stepped in. Heading in to the change in leadership, the cattle industry is healthy but with certain challenges ahead, including escalating input prices, severe drought, and a shrinking cow herd. Succession and... Read More
Happy Wednesday, wherever you are! It’s time now for RealAg Radio. On today’s episode, you’ll hear: Reg Schellenberg, new president of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA), on some of his priorities going forward for the CCA; Greg Bartley of Pulse Canada, on Keep it Clean Canada, and some of the latest recommendations, including a change... Read More
Happy Wednesday, wherever you are! It’s time now for RealAg Radio. On today’s episode, you’ll hear: Reg Schellenberg, new president of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA), on some of his priorities going forward for the CCA; Greg Bartley of Pulse Canada, on Keep it Clean Canada, and some of the latest recommendations, including a change... Read More
Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther speaks with Melanie Wowk, newly re-elected chair of Alberta Beef Producers, about drought-related difficulties producers faced in 2021 and her first year at the helm; Cattlemen's Young Leaders alumni Kaylee Chizawsky talks about barriers for young producers entering the cattle business and the importance of mentorship; Karin Schmid, beef production and extension lead with Alberta Beef Producers, shares forage tips and how producers should approach their pasture resources in 2022 after last year's drought. Hosted by Gord Gilmour.
Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther speaks with Melanie Wowk, newly re-elected chair of Alberta Beef Producers, about drought-related difficulties producers faced in 2021 and her first year at the helm; Cattlemen's Young Leaders alumni Kaylee Chizawsky talks about barriers for young producers entering the cattle business and the importance of mentorship; Karin Schmid, beef production and extension lead with Alberta Beef Producers, shares forage tips and how producers should approach their pasture resources in 2022 after last year's drought. Hosted by Gord Gilmour.
Eight farm groups in Canada have called on governments to end the border blockades and restore the flow of goods and animals across the U.S. border. The groups include the Canadian Cattlemen's Association, Canadian Pork Council, and the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA). CFA second Vice President Todd Lewis will tell us how these prolonged disruptions are affecting shipments of food, livestock and inputs for farmers and food processing. The Saskatchewan Pork Development Board says the cross-border vaccine mandate is making accessing feed imports from the United States difficult at a time when supplies in western Canada are tight due to last year's drought. Toby Tschetter is the new chair of the pork board. He'll talk about feed costs and availability as well as a host of other issues the board is dealing with now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Between the Rows, we talk to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada agroclimate specialist Trevor Hadwen about how the snow we've seen on the prairies so far doesn't spell the end of drought; Karen Klassen, an organizer of a new grazing exchange, talks about an initiative to bring livestock back onto grain farms; and Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther talks with mental health advocate Gerry Friesen about a new mental health program for farmers. Hosted by Gord Gilmour.
In this episode of Between the Rows, we talk to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada agroclimate specialist Trevor Hadwen about how the snow we've seen on the prairies so far doesn't spell the end of drought; Karen Klassen, an organizer of a new grazing exchange, talks about an initiative to bring livestock back onto grain farms; and Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther talks with mental health advocate Gerry Friesen about a new mental health program for farmers. Hosted by Gord Gilmour.
Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther brings us a few highlights from Ag In Motion's inaugural Livestock Days, held at Langham, Sask. Jolie Vermette of Rafter View Ranch and Ranch Dog Inc. shares her passion for working stock dogs. Cynthia Beck, farmer and clinical psychology masters' candidate, tells us about chronic stress and how to manage it. Finally, […]
Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther speaks with Sylvain Charlebois, researcher and professor in food distribution and food policy at Dalhousie University, about Canadian consumers and their beef habits; Manitoba Co-operator reporter Allan Dawson talks about the different political orientation of U.S. President Joe Biden's administration compared to its previous office […]
Young Saskatchewan dairy farmer Jan Kielstra of Kielstra Holsteins talks about his decision to start a YouTube channel about daily life on the farm that now lays claim to over 140,000 subscribers and over 21-million views; Canadian Cattlemen editor Lisa Guenther speaks with Brian Perillat of Canfax to get his […]