Impact Farming

Innovation in agriculture is accelerating, but moving new technology from concept to practical on-farm adoption takes collaboration, testing, and trusted partners across the industry.

In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Jacqueline Keena, Managing Director of EMILI, to explore how this Manitoba-based organization is helping bridge the gap between agtech innovation and real-world farming.

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Farm succession planning is one of the most important – and often most delayed – conversations on family farms. While Canadian agriculture is built on family ownership, the majority of farms still do not have a clear succession plan in place.

In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Derryn Shrosbree to talk about why succession planning so often stalls and what farm families can do to move forward with confi...

Farm succession is one of the most important conversations happening in agriculture today. Across North America, many farm families hope the farm will continue into the next generation, yet a large percentage of operations still do not have a clear transition plan in place.

In this solo episode, Tracy dives into insights gathered from conversations with farm advisors, succession planners, and agricultural thought leaders featured o...

In this Product Spotlight episode of Impact Farming, we continue our series exploring KWS Hybrid Rye and the growing opportunities around this crop.

Host Tracy sits down with Jason McGillivray, Trade Unit Manager – Specialty Grains Group at Scoular, to discuss the evolving rye market, demand trends, and practical marketing strategies for farmers.

With many growers currently holding rye in their bins or planning future acres, Jason ...

In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with agricultural broker and consultant Court Merrigan from LandVest to explore the evolving landscape of farmland real estate in the United States.
Court shares insights from working across diverse agricultural regions, providing a fascinating high-level view of how farmland markets are responding to economic pressures, geopolitical uncertainty, and changing resource dyna...

Farmland continues to be one of the most important and closely watched assets in Canadian agriculture. 

In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with J.P. Gervais, Executive Vice President of Ag Production and Chief Economist at Farm Credit Canada, to discuss the 2025 FCC Canadian Farmland Values Report and the current economic outlook for Canadian agriculture.
They break down farmland value trends across Canada,...

Farm Succession Across the Globe: What's at Stake for the Next Generation of Agriculture
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Farm succession is one of the most important and most complex conversations happening in agriculture today. Across the globe, farm families are facing a massive transition as trillions of dollars in agricultural assets prepare to change hands in the coming decades.

In this special interna...

In this Product Spotlight episode of The Impact Farming Show, we sit down with Courtney Ross of FP Genetics to explore how strong relationships, deep industry experience, and innovative seed genetics are helping Manitoba and Eastern Saskatchewan farmers navigate today's challenges.

Courtney shares her journey across multiple areas of agriculture, including the farm, retail, finance, and extension. She explains how this well-rounded...

In this Event Spotlight episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Jordan Underhill, Director of Exhibitions for DLG North America, to talk all things Canadian Dairy XPO 2026.

Taking place April 1–2, 2026 in Stratford, this premier dairy-only event brings together producers, industry leaders, and innovators from across Canada and beyond for two high-impact days of learning, networking, and discovery.

Jordan shares the...

Mental health in agriculture is a conversation that continues to grow in importance and urgency.

In this powerful and honest episode, Tracy sits down with Merle Massie, Executive Director of The Do More Agriculture Foundation, to explore the real pressures farmers face today and why mental health support in agriculture is more critical than ever. From personal stories to practical resources, this conversation goes beyond the surfac...

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 this growth, and what makes fermentat...

Farm financial stress is rising as lending conditions tighten, interest rates remain volatile, and economic uncertainty continues to impact agriculture. For many farmers, navigating conversations with lenders can feel overwhelming — but understanding how the banking system works can shift fear into confidence and preparation.

In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Garrett Ruskamp, Founder & CEO of Pioneer ...

In this Product Spotlight episode of The Impact Farming Show, we sit down with Everett Boots, Western Product Specialist at FP Genetics, to explore the power of seed genetics, farmer relationships, and the future of Canadian agriculture.

Everett shares his personal journey into agriculture, his time working at the Crop Development Centre, and what inspired his transition into his current role with FP Genetics. From product knowledg...

Agriculture has always required resilience — but today's producers are navigating unprecedented levels of uncertainty. Inflation pressures, volatile commodity markets, tariffs, succession stress, and rising input costs are creating a heavy emotional load across farm families.

In this powerful and deeply needed conversation, we sit down with Colleen Stegenga of Embracing Change Counseling to talk openly about mental health in agricu...

Farm businesses today are navigating increasing complexity — volatile commodity markets, rising input costs, succession pressures, and the need to think more strategically than ever before. In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, we sit down with Jonathon Haralson, rancher, farmer, and Founder of Empire Ag, to explore the realities producers are facing and the opportunities that still exist in modern agriculture.

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In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, Laura Eastwood shares her expertise on KWS hybrid rye, drawing from extensive 2025 research across Canada. Farmers and nutritionists will get practical insights on feeding value, forage management, and how to integrate KWS hybrid rye effectively into livestock diets.

Key Highlights:

• 2025 KWS Hybrid Rye Research Takeaways: Laura breaks down the latest data on KWS hybrid rye performance a...

The future of Canadian agriculture is being shaped by a new generation of producers, innovators, and industry professionals. In this episode, we sit down with Colin Brisebois, Vice-President of Products and Market Strategies at FCC, who brings a unique perspective as both an agriculture leader and an active farmer.

Colin shares why this is an incredibly exciting time to enter agriculture and highlights the opportunities, challenges...

Canada is facing a quiet but urgent agricultural crisis. Nearly 3,000 family farms disappear every year — not because families want to leave farming, but because outdated inheritance rules are forcing impossible financial decisions.

In this episode, Tracy sits down with Derryn Shrosbree, founder of 33seven and a national expert in farm succession and estate equalization, to unpack how current tax laws prevent many farmers from pass...

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 family dynamics, this episode unpa...