Thanks for tuning in to RealAg on the Weekend. Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Chris Vervaet of Canadian Oilseed Processors Association on the U.S.’s decision on RVOs and RIN values; and, Jody Lawrence of Strategic Trading Advisors on corn and wheat markets. Haney also discusses this year’s inductees to the Canadian Agricultural Hall of… Read More…

On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith, both of RealAgriculture, for the RealAg Issues Panel. They discuss topics including: What Kody Blois as Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister means for Ag; Understanding the significance of Bill C-202; and, The finding of bovine TB in Manitoba. In segment… Read…

Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of RealAg Radio featuring this week’s Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada. On today’s show, host Shaun Haney checks in with: Drew Spoelstra of Binbrook, Ont.; Luke Fisher of Brookfield, N.S.; Rob Stone of Davidson, Sask.; Jason James of Drumheller Alta., and; Pioneer… Read More…

Other Episodes: Corn School: Sidedress N strategies for cool conditionsCorn School: Volunteer corn management in the age of resistanceCorn School: How hybrids respond differently to foliar feedingCorn School: Spring strategies and the power of fall weed controlCorn School: Top 5 calls for planter helpCorn School: Setting the planter for uniform eme…

A record U.S. corn yield may be in the cards this year, but how markets use this potential depends on more than just acres and agronomy. Farmers are eyeing 96 million acres of corn and near-decade-best crop ratings heading into pollination, and that could damper the top-end of price potential unless something gives on weather… Read More…

A new proposal by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to increase renewable fuel volume obligations (RVOs) is sending ripples through North America’s oilseed markets. While the jump to 5.6 billion gallons by 2026 exceeded industry expectations, it comes with a significant caveat for Canadian canola. In this RealAg Radio interview, Shaun …

Welcome and thanks for tuning in to RealAg Radio! Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Chris Vervaet of COPA on how the RVO levels announced last week impact the canola industry; Senator Rob Black on Bill S-230, An Act respecting the development of a national strategy for soil health protection; and, Jody Lawrence of Strategic… Read More…

In this week’s episode of Wheat Pete’s Word, host Peter Johnson tackles a laundry list of agronomic dilemmas as early summer stress ramps up. From crusting and stranded beans, to feeding hybrid rye, to the consequences of residue in soybean stands to serious concerns about stripe rust, Peter Johnson offers practical insight and field-driven advice……

As agriculture becomes increasingly global, collaboration within the Americas is taking on new urgency. At the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) event hosted at Olds College this week, leaders from across the hemisphere gathered to align on trade and technology. Keith Currie, president of the Canadian Federation of Agri…

Anyone who’s worked with livestock knows just how many threats exist—diseases, toxic plants, and parasites can all put animal health at risk. It’s up to ranchers and feedlot operators to do everything they can to protect the animals in their care. One threat that had been nearly forgotten, until recently, is the New World Screwworm,… Read More…

Welcome and thanks for tuning in to RealAg Radio! Today, Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Mike Weddel of Stratus Ag Research to discuss how farmers feel about trade in Canada and the U.S.; Keith Currie of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture on the FPT meetings partially going ahead; and, Phil Boyd of the Turkey… Read More…

Other Episodes: Edible Bean School: Record yields and 2025 market opportunitiesEdible Bean School: Genetics and markets drive kidney bean opportunityEdible Bean School: Harvesting with high-capacity combinesEdible Bean School: Getting the down low on varieties for next yearEdible Bean School: Fungicide strategies for white mould controlEdible Bean …

We’ve made it to 200 episodes! On this special episode of The Agronomists, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Deb Campbell of Agronomy Advantage and Pierre Migner of Agro 100 to discuss the difference between biotic and abiotic stress on plants, what does and doesn’t help plants manage different stressors, and planning for direct support… Read More…

Welcome and thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by: RealAgriculture’s in-house agronomist, Peter Johnson, to talk about his trip to the UK for the Great Lakes YEN Tour; Derek Bruce of Bayer Crop Science Canada for a spotlight interview; and, Carl… Read More…

In livestock management, small missteps can mean major headaches down the line. That’s the thinking behind the Canadian Cattle Identification Agency’s (CCIA) new awareness initiative called Retention Matters, aimed at reducing the number of lost ID tags from cattle ears and reinforcing best practices from the chute to the truck. In this interview, …

The Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame has announced the names of six agricultural ambassadors who will join the ranks as the organization’s 2025 inductees. John Anderson, Dori Gingera-Beauchemin, Gaétan Desroches, Joe Hudson, Dennis Laycraft and Dr. Peter Sikkema will be formally inducted on Saturday, November 8 at a ceremony in Victoria, British …

Looking to cut down on chemical handling, speed up fills, and switching between crops without full tank rinses? One Saskatchewan farmer is finding that onboard chemical storage with direct injection can make solo spraying safer, faster, and far more efficient.Managing long spraying days across thousands of acres means every minute saved matters, an…

Thanks for tuning in to RealAg on the Weekend! Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Matt Makens of Makens Weather on the impact of smoke and wildfires on weather patterns; Shari Laventure of SaskAg Matters on mental health resources for farmers; Lori Yarnell of BASF on disease pressure in dry years; and, Kelly Turkington of… Read More…

On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith, both of RealAgriculture, and Tyler McCann of CAPI for the RealAg Issues Panel. They discuss topics including: Annual FPT ag ministers’ meeting being postponed; Ideal outcomes for the upcoming G7 meeting; and, Recognizing the complex drivers of market prices. Plus, stic…

In this episode of Frontlines, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and Jacob Shapiro of the Bespoke Group navigate a whirlwind of geopolitical developments—from US-China trade gestures and Iran-Israel brinkmanship, to a game-changing drone strike in Russia. As always, they separate noise from signal and offer perspective for what matters next. In the vi…

Persistent wildfire smoke is not only reducing visibility and air quality, but it’s also reshaping Western Canada’s summer weather outlook. Meteorologist Matt Makens, of Makens Weather, says sustained smoke and heat in the atmosphere create feedback loops that actively shape weather patterns. The presence of smoke in the atmosphere changes how rain…

Thanks for tuning in to this Thursday edition of RealAg Radio featuring this week’s Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada. On today’s show, host Shaun Haney checks in with: Eric Dietrich of Lucan, Ont.; Kevin Bisschop of Chilliwack, B.C.; Wilco Van Meijl of Rapid City, Man.; Kristjan Hebert of Fairlight, Sask.;… Read More…

Traders who were expecting fireworks from the June USDA report, released Thursday, were met instead with what Susan Stroud called a “ho-hum” release. Stroud, founder and CEO of NoBullAg based at St. Louis, Missouri, joined RealAg Radio’s host Shaun Haney to break down the report’s limited impact and explain why biofuel policy, not supply numbers,… …

Think sclerotinia won’t show up just because it’s been dry? Last year proved that even after a string of droughts, one wet window is all this sneaky disease needs to make a comeback. After several years of drought, many Prairie canola growers were caught off guard by sclerotinia in 2024.“Last year… was the first year… Read More…

As the U.S. Congress inches forward on its budget reconciliation bill, farmers and agribusiness stakeholders are eyeing major implications for farm policy and international trade. What’s going on? For those answers, Shaun Haney speaks with veteran D.C. policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer about the evolving political landscape and what it means for North …

As the 2025 growing season advances, producers across North America are watching the skies and soil moisture closely. While some regions have had a decent start, others are already bracing for a dry and challenging summer. In a mid-June weather update, meteorologist Matt Makens of Makens Weather joined RealAg Radio to offer a detailed outlook…. Rea…

While farmers continue to see value in salespeople, new research from RealAgristudies shows that how and when they want to interact is shifting and ag retailers will need to keep up. To unpack preliminary survey results on what farmers want, Shaun Haney and Justin Funk, co-founders of RealAgristudies, discuss findings from the survey conducted in… …

Thanks for tuning in to RealAg Radio! On this Wednesday show, host Shaun Haney is joined by: Jim Wisemeyer of Pro Farmer on the U.S. budget reconciliation bill and its agriculture components; Ted Oakley of Oxbow Advisors on how to teach the next generation about money and wealth; and, Matt Makens of Makens Weather on… Read More…

Host of Wheat Pete’s Word, Peter Johnson, is in the U.K. this week, combining family time with a packed Yield Enhancement Network tour schedule. In this episode of the Word, he shares agronomy updates from back home and across the pond — covering everything from unexpected nitrate levels to disease lessons from British wheat fields…. Read More…

Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio! Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Justin Funk of Agri Studies on the farmer’s relationship with salespeople; Sean Kjos of Farming Smarter for a spotlight on their upcoming Field School; and, Derryn Shrosbree of 33seven to talk about whether you love your on-farm and… Read More…

On June 30, 2025, the Alberta Forage Industry Network (AFIN) will officially close up shop after 15 years, passing its mandate to the Agricultural Research & Extension Council of Alberta (ARECA). Alan Hall, executive director of ARECA, says in an interview with RealAgriculture’s Amber Bell that this transition is “a good fit” as ARECA is… Read More…

Taxes support vital infrastructure, such as roads and hospitals, but income tax rates that climb over 50 per cent leave many farmers feeling that the value just isn’t there. There are strategies — all within the tax code — that can help to keep income tax at a more manageable level. In this episode of… Read More…

Other Episodes: Corn School: Nitrogen placement in strip till for safety and yieldCorn School: Volunteer corn management in the age of resistanceCorn School: How hybrids respond differently to foliar feedingCorn School: Spring strategies and the power of fall weed controlCorn School: Top 5 calls for planter helpCorn School: Setting the planter for …

There are literally thousands of insects currently humming or crawling about in grain and hay fields, shelterbelts, and riparian areas. Yes, some are pests of crops and livestock, but many, many more of them are beneficial insects. Beneficial insects aren’t just pollinators either: some are voracious eaters of weeds or weed seeds, some attack and… …

It’s good news, for now, when it comes to stripe rust heading into Western Canada’s 2025 growing season, according to Dr. Kelly Turkington, plant pathologist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and long-time contributor to the Prairie Crop Disease Monitoring Network. Compared to 2024, stripe rust and leaf rust issues in the U.S. are showin…

Welcome, and thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio. Host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Mike Palmier of MNP Ag Intellect on hard-to-kill weeds; Don MacDonald in a spotlight interview for G3 Canada; Stephanie Myslik of PRIDE Seeds on foliar feeding and applications in corn; and, Jeanette Gaultier of BASF… Read More…

The Saskatchewan Stock Growers Foundation (SSGF) has marked a major milestone with the signing of its first-ever term conservation easement—a move that could reshape how grassland conservation fits into ranchers’ long-term plans. Unlike traditional, perpetual easements that stay on a land title forever, these new agreements allow for flexibility wi…

Thanks for tuning in to RealAg on the Weekend! Host Shaun Haney is joined by: John Barlow of the Conservative Party of Canada on the direction of agriculture in this session of parliament; Adam Dyck of Warburtons on funding for the GATE Project; RealAg’s in-house agronomist Peter Johnson on the impact of smoke in the… Read More…

Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith, both of RealAgriculture, and Meagan Murdoch of Hill & Knowlton. They discuss topics including: An update on Bill C-202 and a breakdown of its impact, with Greg Northey of CAFTA… Read More…

In this week’s Beef Market Update, Shaun Haney is joined by Anne Wasko of Gateway Livestock Exchange to discuss the week’s explosive cattle markets and what’s on the horizon for Canadian producers. Southern U.S. markets were on fire, with Texas and Kansas live cattle prices jumping $5–$8 higher. Dressed trade in Nebraska saw gains of… Read More…

Managing volunteer corn can sometimes feel like an afterthought—until it’s not. In regions where herbicide-resistant traits stack up across crops such corn and soybeans, it’s becoming increasingly important for growers to reassess weed management plans.Volunteer corn often flys under the radar on the Prairies, but as Jeanette Gaultier, technical se…

In this episode of the Mind Your Farm Business podcast, host Shaun Haney sits down with Ted Oakley, managing partner of Oxbow Advisors and author of Second Generation Wealth, to discuss the critical topic of passing down wealth and responsibility in farm families. Ted draws from decades of experience helping families manage major liquidity events… …

Thanks for tuning in to RealAg Radio for this Thursday edition of Farmer Rapid Fire, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! On this edition of Farmer Rapid Fire, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: Geneve Newcombe of Port Williams, NS.; Mark Torrey of Woodville, Ont.; Scott Perkins of Elgin, Man.; Colin de Moissac of… Read More…

Kochia is more than just a prolific weed—it’s a master opportunist, especially in saline soils where crop competition is limited.In this episode of RealAgriculture’s Wheat School, Mike Palmier, partner and agronomist with MNP AgIntellect, joins Amber Bell to break down why salinity and kochia so often go hand-in-hand, and what farmers can do to…

The United Kingdom’s largest bakery brand has announced a $650 thousand contribution to Cereals Canada’s proposed Global Agriculture Technology Exchange (Gate) facility. Warburtons is the first private company to announce funding for the project that would see the construction of a $102 million facility in Winnipeg, Man. to promote and support the …

As Canadian agriculture grapples with complex challenges, John Barlow, the Conservative Party of Canada’s Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Agri-Food, is calling on the Liberal government to conduct an audit of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s programs and operations to ensure taxpayers’ dollars are being spent wisely. “There’s a lack of focus …

Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio! Host Lyndsey Smith is joined by: John Barlow of the Conservative Party of Canada on a new government and a vision for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Barry Senft of Seeds Canada for a spotlight interview; and, Madison Darbyshire of Bloomberg on what’s happening with… Read More…

It’s a rollercoaster of weather and agronomy challenges this week on Wheat Pete’s Word! From northern Saskatchewan’s wildfires to Kentucky’s record rainfall, Peter Johnson shares insights and tips to keep you informed and proactive in these unpredictable times. Have a question you’d like Wheat Pete to address or some field results to send in? Agree…

Legumes are often a welcome addition to pastures. They fix nitrogen, improve forage quality with higher protein and digestibility, and can extend the grazing season. Deep-rooted species such as alfalfa also help maintain productivity during dry spells. The balance, of course, is the risk and fear of bloat. In this episode of Ruminating with RealAg,…

It may be early in the season, but don’t let that fool you; what’s happening (or not happening) in your canola fields right now could shape the entire crop. From crusted soil to cutworms and everything in between, early scouting offers the first clues to what’s really going on below the surface.In this episode of… Read More…