A diesel-powered engine is pretty powerful and much cleaner running than it used to be, but over the years has gotten a bad name. Lately, both the Biden and Trudeau governments have been pushing the climate agenda, and, in regards to farm equipment, the push to biodiesel and alternative power sources is evident in their... Read More
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For anyone who knows Shaun Haney, they know he's someone who is constantly thinking and evaluating what is going on around him. What has he been thinking about this week? On this RealAg LIVE! we've got a special "Freestyle Friday" where Shaun has an interactive chat with the audience, mixed with clips on his topic... Read More
Thanks for tuning into RealAg Radio on this Friday. On today's show, you'll hear: Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Marie-Claude Bibeau, on the federal budget with opportunities and consequences for ag; A RealAg Issues Panel featuring Kelvin Heppner, Andrew Campbell, and Shaun Haney. The trio talk about Minister Bibeau's interview, the strike at... Read More
The complexity of the right to repair issue is compounding as reports of shortages of semi-conductors increase, and as alternative fuel rules are implemented. The issue is clearly not going to go away anytime soon. Recently on RealAg LIVE!, host Shaun Haney was joined by Curt Blades, senior vice president of the Association of Equipment... Read More
Kochia is one of the first weeds to emerge in spring. There are reports that 80 per cent of the kochia population emerges before anything else in a field. The fact that it emerges so early puts a lot of pressure on the pre-emergent herbicide options out there. In this Wheat School episode, Kara Oosterhuis... Read More
Some insect pests overwinter in or near fields, while others blow in later in the season. For those that overwinter, early scouting is especially important. Following a relatively mild winter, some insect pests are making the most of dry conditions on many parts of the Prairies and are beginning to emerge and feed. For this... Read More
The Canadian farming, food, and agriculture export sector generates millions of jobs and billions of dollars in value for the Canadian economy. For such an important industry, some are criticizing the Liberal government for not including enough for the sector in the 2021 budget. Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), says there... Read More
Welcome to this Thursday Farmer Rapid Fire. Today's show features some new farmers and some of our regulars: Pat Dunphy of Belfast, P.E.I., who's a corn, bean, and wheat grower (in two provinces!) and regularly rolls onto ferries with combines; Steve Twynstra of Ailsa Craig, Ont. where it's cold and spring is being elusive; Murray... Read More
Welcome to the mid-week edition of RealAg Radio. We really appreciate you taking time out of your day to listen in. On today's show you'll hear: Peter Seemann of Grassroots Public Affairs, on their recent study of how consumers perceive agriculture; A product spotlight interview with Mike Hilhorst of Federated Cooperatives Ltd.; Curt Blades, senior... Read More
If Canada is to make the most of its potential as an agriculture trading super power, signing trade deals isn't enough — our government needs to ensure these deals deliver on their promise. When it comes to current trade deals, including the Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement (CETA), Canada's export-dependent farmers and agri-food value chains say... Read More