Podcasts – RealAgriculture
RealAgriculture's podcast feed compiles all audio interviews and podcasts from the agricultural media platform, covering topics relevant to farmers and the agriculture industry. It features conversations with experts, producers, and industry leaders on issues like crop production, technology, markets, and rural life. The show is produced by RealAgriculture, a Canadian online agricultural news outlet.
Episodes
Lessons in sclerotinia management from a Saskatchewan canola field | Canola School
For canola growers in northwest Saskatchewan, a season of frequent rainfall and humid conditions has created an ideal environment for sclerotinia to thrive. With increased disease pressure contributing to lodging, brittle stems, and yield losses, managing infected fields has become another challenge at harvest. Quinton Cubbon, crop extension specialist with Saskatchewan's Ministry of Agriculture a
Canada's direction, tariff frustrations & wrapping up fieldwork | RealAg Radio Oct 21, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to the Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAg Radio, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! On today’s show, your host, Shaun Haney, is joined by Warren Schneckenburger of Morrisburg, Ontario; Jason Seed of New Liskeard, Ontario; Edgar Hammermeister of Alameda, Saskatchewan; Jack Froese of Winkler, Manitoba; and Pioneer agronomist Gerda Dalton!... Read More
What 10 million soil tests tell us about fertility trends | Soil School
Crop yields continue to trend higher across North America, but soil fertility reserves are quietly paying the bill. Newly summarized five-year soil test trends from The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) show that crop nutrient removal is steadily outpacing fertilizer applications in many situations. In this episode of Soil School, we catch up with Tryston Beyrer, field…Read More
Tiller trouble, suspicious corn, soil health, and frosted forage | Wheat Pete's Word, Oct 21, 2026
From massive corn kernels, to harvest yield variations, frost concerns, and crucial soil health insights, there’s plenty to cover in this episode of Wheat Pete’s Word! Host Peter Johnson breaks down what’s happening in fields across Ontario, from massive corn kernel size to variable moisture levels and DON toxin risks. He also addresses frost impacts... Read More
Kate Sauser named interim executive director at Grain Growers of Canada
Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) has announced Kate Sauser as interim executive director. Sauser steps into the role following the resignation of Bruce Burrows. Grain Growers of Canada is the national voice of Canadian grain farmers, representing over 100,000 producers through 15 national, provincial and regional grower groups. “Kate brings a strong understanding of the... Read More
Nursing the 2026 harvest hangover | The Truth About Ag, Ep 70
Harvest 2026 is finally in the books, and co-hosts Evan Shout and Kristjan Hebert are back together to unpack a season that tested equipment, patience and people. From challenging weather conditions and a drawn-out harvest to the decision to purchase a ninth combine, Kristjan shares what worked, what didn't, and what the team learned along…Read More
Alberta referendum results, farm profitability, and pesticide labelling | RealAg Radio Oct 20, 2026
Welcome to RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney! Today, Shaun Haney is joined by Justin Shephard of FCC to discuss farm profitability issues, Mike Palmier of MNP for a spotlight interview, and Kate Sauser of the Grain Growers of Canada to talk CUSMA and pesticide labelling. Also on today’s show, Haney unpacks listener feedback... Read More
How embracing AI can help build trust in Canada's food system
Farmers remain among the most trusted sources of information about Canada's food system, but when Canadians have questions about agriculture, they're increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) for answers. That shift presents both a challenge and an opportunity for farmers and food industry organizations looking to build public trust. At the Canadian Centre for Food... Read More
A high-flying solution to establishing cover crops after corn | Farming Forward
Establishing cover crops after corn harvest can be a challenge for Ontario growers, especially when late harvests and unpredictable fall weather leave little time for seeding. But drone seeding into standing corn offers an opportunity to get cover crops established earlier, extend the growing season, and expand cover crop acres. In this episode of Farming…Read More
Turning grass into profit at Nerbas Bros. Angus | Profitable Practices
In an industry where success is often measured by individual animal performance or total head count, Arron and Shane Nerbas take a different approach: cattle and beef are the byproducts of growing high-quality grass. This episode of Profitable Practices takes us to Nerbas Bros. Angus, in the scenic Assiniboine River valley near Shellmouth, Manitoba. As…Read More
Manure's value with Christine Brown and Mario Tenuta | The Agronomists, Ep 257
This week on The Agronomists, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Dr. Mario Tenuta of the University of Manitoba and Christine Brown of OMAFA to talk about the value of manure in crop rotation, the ideal time to apply manure, managing N losses, and how to determine release rates! The Agronomists is brought to you... Read More
Wheat midge scouting, nutrient removal rates, and trusting our food | RealAg Radio Oct 19, 2026
Welcome to this Agronomic Monday episode, brought to you by Nutrien eKonomics! Today on RealAg Radio, hear from Amanda Jorgensen of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation to talk wheat midge scouting, Keith Fournier of Nunebor Farms on living with aphanomyces, Lyle Cowell of Nutrien eKonomics for a spotlight interview, and Darrel Bricker of Ipsos talking about... Read More
Nearly 200 years in, Massey Ferguson sets its sights on what's next
When it comes to designing tractors, what does putting farmers first actually look like? For Massey Ferguson, part of the answer lies in reducing downtime, improving reliability, and understanding the challenges farmers face in the field. Speaking at a ride-and-drive event for the company's new 7S Mark 2 tractor in France, Joe Whorton, senior marketing... Read More
New Zidua Prime herbicide expands weed control options for soybean growers
BASF is bringing a new residual herbicide to Eastern Canadian soybean growers for the 2027 growing season, offering extended weed control, multiple modes of action and application flexibility across different soybean production systems. Zidua Prime combines two active ingredients — imazethapyr (Group 2) and pyroxasulfone (Group 15) — to target tough-to-control broadleaf weeds and grass
Machinery sales, grain testing, and the Clean Fuel Regulation | RealAg on the Weekend Oct 17 & 18/26
Welcome to RealAg on the Weekend with Shaun Haney! On this week’s edition of the show, Haney unpacks the current state of farm machinery sales. Also on today’s show, Haney is joined by Brian Voth of IntelliFarm to talk about grain testing, CANTERRA SEEDS with a product spotlight, and Kelvin Heppner joins the show to... Read More
Popular politicians, balance sheets, and Monette's land sale deadline | RealAg Radio, Oct 16, 2026
Welcome to RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney! In today’s edition, the Friday Issues Panel has convened to talk about popular politicians, the Alberta referendum questions on Monday, what makes a beautiful balance sheet, and what might happen with Monette land sales. 00:00 - Coming up… 02:34 - RealAg Issues panel talks too much... Read More
The bulls need fed: Looking for a lift in the grain markets | RealAg Markets
Farmers entered the autumn with high expectations, but a lengthy 10-month rally and harvest delays are raising crucial questions about grain market momentum. In this RealAg Markets discussion with Shaun Haney, Brian Voth, president of IntelliFarm, digs into whether the current market setup resembles the steep drop of 2012 or the continued upside of 2020.... Read More
Navigating fertilizer costs, wet weather, and late crops | RealAg Radio, October 15, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to the Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAg Radio, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! On today’s show, your host Shaun Haney is joined by Jeff Harrison of Quinte West, Ontario; Robert Brunel of Ste. Rose, Manitoba; Lee Markert of Vulcan, Alberta; Matt Enns of Rosthern, Saskatchewan; and Pioneer agronomist Chris... Read More
Fendt goes big with new 80-foot Momentum planter
Fendt is going bigger with its Momentum planter lineup, introducing an 80-foot model designed to help large-scale growers cover more acres during tight spring planting windows while maintaining seed placement accuracy and managing soil compaction. At the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin caught up with Jason Lee, senior marketing manager, planters,... Read Mo
Scaling and diversifying means learning to learn, pivot, and adapt | How Could I Know? Ep 10
Navigating career transitions, business expansion, and farm management requires a willingness to adapt, ask questions, and embrace continuous learning. While scaling an operation or taking on multiple entrepreneurial roles can present significant logistical and financial challenges, viewing unexpected hurdles as learning opportunities can help producers build resilient, flexible agribusinesses. In
Short-season varieties show promise for double cropping | Soybean School
Double crop soybeans are showing promising yield potential in Ontario, but new research suggests that choosing the right short-season variety — and getting it planted early enough — can make the difference between a profitable harvest and a crop that never reaches maturity. In this episode of Soybean School, RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin joins Ontario Ministry…Read More
Soybean lessons, early planting benefits, and starter fertility answers | Wheat Pete's Word, Oct 14
Plots! I got plots! High-yielding soybeans, variable-rate seeding, rotation payoffs, and late-season wheat updates headline this edition of Wheat Pete's Word. In this episode of The Word, host Peter Johnson breaks down plot results showing 90-plus bushel soybeans, the massive impact of early planting dates, and impressive yield gains from crop rotation. He also tackles... Read More
Tariffs impacting manufacturers, crop quality concerns, and marketing wheat | RealAg Radio Oct 14, 2026
Welcome to RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney! Today on the show, Haney is joined by Brian Voth of Intellifarm to talk markets, Ryan Adams of Life Scientific for a spotlight interview and Alexandre Mattard-Michaud of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) on the impact of tariffs on ag equipment manufacturers! Also on today’s... Read More
"Trade certainty is the foundation": Equipment manufacturers meet with Canadian lawmakers
Equipment manufacturers met with Canadian lawmakers last week to share on-the-ground accounts of how trade friction and tariffs are straining cross-border operations. As Alexandre Mattard-Michaud, director of government relations in Canada for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), explains in this interview, the primary value of the group's 2026 Ottawa Hill Day was giving company... Re
Equipment sales weakness, where calf prices are headed, and picking hybrids | RealAg Radio Oct 13, 2026
Welcome to RealAg Radio with your host Shaun Haney! In today’s edition, Haney unpacks this month’s Ag Tractor and Combine Report from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). Also on today’s show, Haney is joined by Anne Wasko for a Beef Market Update, Devin Lammers of TerraClear for a spotlight interview, and Mark Alberts and... Read More
From demographics to disruption: What's shaping Canadians' trust?
Canada is getting older, more multicultural, and more suburban, while its political landscape becomes increasingly unpredictable. For the country’s food system, those changes are reshaping who Canadians trust, what they worry about, and how agriculture needs to communicate with consumers. At the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity’s 2026 Public Trust Summit at Toronto, RealAgriculture&r
Farmland values up, EU membership, and falling number facts | RealAg on the Weekend Oct 10 & 11/26
Welcome to RealAg on the Weekend with Shaun Haney! On this week’s edition of the show, Haney unpacks Farm Credit Canada’s mid-year farmland report. Also on today’s show, Haney is joined by Jacob Shapiro to talk about Carney chasing an EU associate membership, Katharyn Houston of Syngenta for a spotlight interview and Lyndsey Smith joins... Read More
Where are calf prices headed this fall? | Beef Market Update, Oct 9, 2026
The time of year has come where a lot is happening — between fall run, beef import numbers, packer troubles, or live cattle trade, there's always something influencing cattle markets. In this Beef Market Update, Shaun Haney is joined by Anne Wasko of Gateway Livestock Exchange to break down recent movements in live cattle and... Read More
Canada's relationship with the EU, red tape reduction, focusing on the farm | RealAg Radio, Oct 9, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Lyndsey Smith and Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture and Tyler McCann of CAPI for the RealAg Issues Panel. 00:00 - Coming up… 02:27 - RealAg Issues Panel with Shaun, Lyndsey, Kelvin & Tyler 13:39 - RealAg... Read More
Manitoba moves toward livestock inspection program with new RCMP investigator
Manitoba is taking steps to strengthen livestock theft and fraud investigations with provincial funding for a dedicated RCMP officer, bringing the province closer to an enforcement model already established in other western provinces. The announcement, made by Justice Minister Matt Wiebe and Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn, will fund a position within the RCMP's General Investigative... Read Mo
Scouting for wheat midge doesn't end when the combine starts | Wheat School
Wheat midge damage isn't always obvious at harvest, and by the time grain reaches the elevator, some of the most severely damaged kernels may already have been lost out the back of the combine. That's why taking a closer look at what's coming off the field can be an important first step in managing wheat…Read More
European politics, U.S. midterms, and what to watch in Brazil | Frontlines
While global news headlines focused on the televised chaos of street protests in Paris this past week, geopolitical analyst Jacob Shapiro says media attention is focused on entirely the wrong story. Joining host Shaun Haney on this episode of Frontlines, Shapiro says that behind the superficial unrest, France, Europe, and the wider international order are... Read More
Legal to fly, but legal to spray? Canada's drone regulations (so far) explained
The federal government has opened the door to expanded pesticide application by drone in Canada, but that doesn't necessarily mean growers across the country can start spraying. With provincial certification requirements varying, understanding what is permitted and in which province remains an important consideration for farmers looking to adopt the technology. Markus Weber, president of... Read M
Diesel doldrums, honey production, and gruelling harvest weather | RealAg Radio Oct 8, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to the Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAg Radio, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! On today’s show, your host Shaun Haney is joined by Jeff Nonay of Edmonton, Alberta; Kristjan Hebert of Fairlight, Saskatchewan; Jenn Doelman of Renfrew, Ontario; Billy Beaudry of St. Hyacinthe, Quebec; and Pioneer Agronomist Mike Weir,... Read More
Find time for fall weed control | Corn School
Fall weed control can give corn growers a head start on next season, especially when winter annuals and perennial weeds and are actively moving energy into their roots. In this episode of Corn School, RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin joins BASF agronomist Rob Miller at the company’s research farm in London, Ont., to discuss why fall is…Read More
Drivers behind diesel prices, CUSMA talks & Canadian food system trust | RealAg Radio Oct 7 2026
Shaun Haney is back hosting today’s edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, Haney is joined by Arlan Suderman of StoneX on macroeconomics, currency rate impacts, input prices and more! Also on today’s show, Jordon Underhill of the American Dairy Expo joins the show for a spotlight interview, and Ashley Bruner of the Canadian Centre... Read More
Harvest yield updates, fall spray timing, corn and DON, plus YEN results | Wheat Pete's Word, Oct 7
The harvest dust is flying everywhere and there are some big yields rolling in in Ontario. This week on Wheat Pete's Word, we hear how soybean and corn harvest is going with big yield reports rolling in alongside some stark yield variability across regions. Meanwhile, growers face key agronomic questions on spray windows, weed management,... Read More
Sulphur sticker shock? It may be time to rethink the plan | Canola School
When the price of sulphur climbs, sticking with the same fertility plan can get expensive in a hurry. With some prilled elemental sulphur prices approaching three times what they were last year, canola growers may need to look beyond their usual product and determine which alternative makes the most sense agronomically, financially, and logistically. Mike…Read More
Canadians trust the food system, but uncertainty is growing
Canadians continue to feel positively about the country’s food system, but growing uncertainty about affordability, information, and emerging technology is putting pressure on that confidence. That’s one of the key findings from the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity’s (CCFI) 2026 Public Trust Research, released at the organization’s Public Trust Summit in Toronto. In this
The truth about building your farm team with Lyndsay Seafoot | Truth About Ag, Ep 69
In this episode of The Truth About Ag podcast, host Evan Shout sits down with Todd Andries, chief operating officer of Maverick Ag, to discuss human resources in primary production. The conversation builds on insights from Lyndsay Seafoot of CurbRidge Consulting, a firm providing HR consulting to farm clients across the Prairies. Evan and Todd…Read More
Canadian Hall of Fame inductee Dr. David Bailey on genomics & driving change | RealAg Radio Oct 6, 2026
Welcome to RealAg Radio with Shaun Haney, who returns to the host seat for a conversation with Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame inductee Dr. David Bailey! Haney and Dr. Bailey discuss Dr. Bailey's career, accomplishments, and contributions to agriculture while celebrating his induction into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame. 00:00 - Coming up... 01:57... Read More
Living with aphanomyces: One grower's experience with root rot | Pulse School
There’s plenty of advice available on managing aphanomyces and other pulse root rots, but what does management actually look like once the disease is established on your farm? Keith Fournier of Nunebor Farms has been dealing with root rot on his Saskatchewan operation for at least a decade. Farming land near Lone Rock and Maidstone,…Read More
Fighting compaction with Jodi DeJong-Hughes and Marla Riekman | The Agronomists, Ep 256
This week on The Agronomists, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Marla Riekman of Manitoba Agriculture and Jodi DeJong-Hughes of the University of Minnesota to discuss the agronomic fallout of compaction, plus talk strategies for avoiding compaction and ruts, and what to do about a mess of a field in spring of '27 and beyond!... Read More
Is falling number actually part of a grain grade?
Words matter, it's been said, and so, when talking about "significant downgrading" of this year's crop, keen-eared RealAgriculture listeners reached out to clarify — when it comes to falling number of wheat, is the measurement actually part of the grain grade or not? Simply put, falling number is important and a poor falling number does... Read More
Corn residue management, falling number, & bringing water to cattle | RealAg Radio Oct 5, 2026
Welcome to this Agronomic Monday discussion on RealAg Radio! Today on the show, your host Lyndsey Smith brings you conversations with Bernard Tobin, who catches up with University of Guelph-Ridgetown College professor TJ Poehlman for a look at how growers can improve corn residue management, Derek Bunkowsky of the Canadian Grain Commission on grain grading... Read More
Harvest progress, the cost of MCOOL, and UFA's new offer | RealAg on the Weekend Oct 3 & 4, 2026
Welcome to RealAg on the Weekend with your host Lyndsey Smith! On this week’s edition of the show, Lyndsey is joined by Jon Driedger, market analyst with Leftfield Commodity Research, to talk markets and late-harvest quality; Andrew Gallagher of UFA on relaunching 1909 Crop Protection Solutions; and Tyler Fulton of the Canadian Cattle Association to... Read More
Ethanol, clean fuel regulations & the importance of North American trade | RealAg Radio Oct 2, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture and Tyler McCann of CAPI to talk ethanol, plant breeding trade in North America and more! 00:00 - Coming up… 01:18 - RealAg Issues Panel with Lyndsey, Kelvin and Tyler 16:37... Read More
Bringing water to cattle instead of cattle to water | Profitable Practices
At Round Rock Ranching, water shapes how and where cattle graze. The operation is about 95 per cent native rangeland, and Sean McGrath describes the rugged terrain as having two directions — up and down. Add several years of drought and a grazing system built around larger groups of cattle and tighter rotations, and getting…Read More
Who stays and who goes? Assessing the cow herd this fall | Ruminating with RealAg, Ep 45
A cow coming home thin doesn’t necessarily mean she belongs on the cull list. Sometimes, she may have done exactly what was asked of her. As cows come home from summer pasture and winter feeding costs move to the forefront, producers have to decide which animals have earned another winter’s worth of feed — and... Read More
A breakthrough in harvest progress, fuel prices, and reducing red tape | RealAg Radio Oct 1, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to the Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAg Radio, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! On today’s show, your host, Lyndsey Smith, is joined by Leighton Kolk of Iron Springs, Alberta; Tim Oleskyn of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan; Aubrey Yule of Killarney, Manitoba; Marc Arnusch of Keenesburg, Colorado; and Pioneer agronomist Holly... Read More
Managing corn residue at the combine | Soil School
From organic matter to nutrients, erosion control, and food for microbes, corn residue plays a key role in soil health and higher yields. But how can growers effectively manage all that residue? As corn yields climb, so does the amount of residue growers have to manage. Getting that residue sized and spread evenly can make…Read More
Late harvest quality better than expected, but not great | RealAg Markets
Harvest in Western Canada finally hit its stride this week after rainy conditions had stalled any real progress for weeks. While those tough conditions have brought up questions of quality, reports coming in put the results so far as 'better than feared." That's not to say all is well — it's not — but many... Read More
Corn crown rot, droned-on seed success, and potash pop-up questions | Wheat Pete's Word, Sept 30
Crop alerts, 35-tonne silage, and a whole lot of harvest progress across the province kick off this September 30th edition of Wheat Pete's Word. Host Peter "Wheat Pete" Johnson marks this Truth and Reconciliation Day and breaks down the incredible variability in yield, ideal planting conditions for winter wheat, and crucial mid-season corn alerts that... Read More
A new Massey, canola crush, and the extended AgStab deadline | RealAg Radio Sept 30, 2026
Welcome to RealAg Radio with your host Lyndsey Smith! Today on the show, Lyndsey is joined by Jon Driedger of Leftfield Commodity Research to talk harvest conditions and the U.S.-China relationship, Andrew Gallagher of UFA for a spotlight interview, Jeremy Welter of Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS), and Amber Bell of RealAg and Dan... Read More
Stronger rollers, better bale protection for New Holland Roll-Belt balers
New Holland is putting a stronger focus on durability and bale protection with updates to its Roll-Belt 1 Series round balers for model year 2027. At the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, CNH design engineer Devin Cooley joined RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin to look at the changes, including upgraded rollers and bearings, a new hydraulic... Read More
Canadian ethanol market is being hammered by cheaper U.S. imports — will we fix the problem?
Canadian renewable fuel stakeholders are eagerly awaiting potential updates and amendments to the Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) that could come down this week. Ethanol demand continues to expand across Canada, however, domestic processors face mounting pressure as subsidized ethanol imports capture the vast majority of that growth. Without policy adjustments to address cross-border market distortio
The new Massey Ferguson 7S Mark 2 offers clear sight lines, a comfortable cab, and fewer fuel ups
Agile, powerful, and ready to work, the Massey Ferguson 7S Mark 2 series is designed with driver comfort in mind. RealAgriculture's Amber Bell was in Beauvais, France, to witness the unveiling of the new 7S Mark 2 and had a chance to speak with Massey's tactical marketing manager for high horsepower tractors, Dan Nelson. Featuring... Read More
An own goal on ethanol, clean fuel regs, and the real cost of MCOOL | RealAg Radio Sept 29, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Andrea Kent of Renewables Industries Canada and Jeff Harrison of the Grain Farmers of Ontario to talk about Canada’s Clean Fuel Regulations. Also on today’s show, Dave Van Dam of WinField United joins the show... Read More
Decision time: chase moisture down or seed as usual and wait for rain?
We're rounding out September in Ontario and plenty of winter wheat is already in the ground. For those just getting around to it now, conditions have turned decidedly dry in some areas. Which begs the question — if there's moisture at 2.5 to 3 inches down, do you seed to moisture or stick with the... Read More
Fall weed control & soil applied herbicides with Tyler Gullen and Rob Miller | The Agronomists, Ep 255
This week on The Agronomists, Lyndsey Smith returns to the host seat to discuss fall weed control with guests Tyler Gullen of Nufarm and Rob Miller of BASF! Lyndsey, Tyler, and Rob unpack the fit for soil applied herbicides and the benefits of fall weed control. The Agronomists is brought to you by MNP, Black... Read More
CSF begins process of assuming traceability Responsible Administrator duties for sheep industry
The Canadian Sheep Federation (CSF) and Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) are finalizing the process of moving duties of the Responsible Administrator of the national sheep traceability program from Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) to CSF. The 90 day transition is set to conclude in December, 2026. All regulated livestock sectors under Part XV Health... Read More
Planting winter wheat, corn dying early, and picking a canola hybrid | RealAg Radio Sept 28, 2026
Welcome to this Agronomic Monday discussion on RealAg Radio! Today on the show, Peter “Wheat Pete” Johnson joins host Lyndsey Smith to talk about corn, winter wheat, and a bean harvest update. Also on today’s show, Amber Bell and Ian Epp of Sask Oilseeds discuss yield and what your top priority should be when selecting... Read More
JCB Fastrac 6300 tractors built for speed, power, and versatility
JCB is filling the horsepower gap in its Fastrac lineup with a new tractor designed to combine high-speed transport with the power, hydraulics, and manoeuvrability needed for demanding field work. At the Farm Progress Show at Boone, Iowa, JCB North America Fastrac product sales manager Sam Ullyott joined RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin to discuss the new... Read More
Sulphur supplies, STARS Calendar & USA/Belarus potash trade? | RealAg on the Weekend Sept 26 & 27, 2026
Welcome to RealAg on the Weekend! Today on the show, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Josh Linville of StoneX to unpack the current events impacting sulphur and potash supplies. Also on today’s show, Smith is joined by Saskatchewan farmer Rob Stone for a harvest update, Linda Dalgetty of STARS to discuss their 35th annual... Read More
What is the real cost of MCOOL for Canada, Mexico, and the U.S.?
The discussion of Mandatory Country of Origin Labelling (MCOOL) is back in the United States, resulting in Canadian cattle producers facing renewed uncertainty surrounding cross-border livestock trade. Canadian Cattle Association president Tyler Fulton is fresh off a trip to the U.S. and Ottawa, and sat down with RealAgriculture's Lyndsey Smith to catch us up on... Read More
Super tight cattle supplies put the squeeze on beef | Beef Market Update, Sept 25, 2026
The numbers are rolling in and the seasonal lull of August for the beef industry is proving out in the numbers, but there are much larger issues looming large on the supply side, working their way into cattle and beef markets in Canada and the U.S. In this episode of the Beef Market Update, host... Read More
Productivity mega deduction, AAFC closures, & proposed diesel export ban | RealAg Radio Sept 25, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Marvin Slingerland of MNP and Kelvin Heppner of RealAgriculture for the RealAg Issues Panel! Also on today’s show, Anne Wasko of the Gateway Livestock Exchange joins Lyndsey for a Beef Market Update! 00:00 - Coming... Read More
How staygreen fuels the yield machine | Corn School
When corn plants stay green longer during the grain fill period, growers typically harvest higher yields. In this episode of Corn School, RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin joins Honeyland Ag Services’ Chris Roelands and Danny Jefferies near Ailsa Craig, Ont., to share what they've learned about how plants stay greener longer and how a growing understanding of…Read More
Yield shouldn't be the top priority when selecting a canola hybrid | Canola School
The highest-yielding canola hybrid in a variety trial may not necessarily be the one that puts the most bushels in the bin on your farm. With more hybrids and traits available, choosing hybrids can mean looking beyond yield numbers and considering the specific challenges facing individual fields. In this episode of RealAgriculture's Canola School, Amber…Read More
Harvest progress, clever crop storage, & removing a crop from rotation | RealAg Radio Sept 24, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to the Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAg Radio, brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! On today’s show, your host, Lyndsey Smith, is joined by Jason James of Drumheller, Alberta; Rob Stone of Davidson, Saskatchewan; Josh Boersen of Gadshill, Ontario; Katie Keddy of Woodville, Nova Scotia; and Pioneer agronomist Trevor Herzog... Read More
Don't worry about potash, sulphur supplies might be the fertilizer story of the year
First things first — is U.S. president Donald Trump really going to buy potash from Belarus? No, and in this RealAg Market update, Josh Linville of StoneX explains why that's just not feasible or realistic. Potash, while a hot topic for political wrangling, is not the biggest fertilizer story right now. The real story creeping... Read More
China buying rumours, El Niño impacts, and Black Sea gridlock work their way into grain prices
As harvest operations move forward across North America, agricultural commodity markets are shifting their primary focus from growing-season yield adjustments to trade expectations and speculative market positioning. With funds holding record-long positions across grains and oilseeds, market momentum is increasingly tied to global trade disruption and potential export demand. RealAgriculture&rsquo
Rights, risks, and rural roads with Jay Remsik | Farm Safety Roundup, Ep 21
Shared responsibility, equipment maintenance, and proactive communication are key to keeping workers safe during the harvest rush. With tight weather windows, long hours, and increased machinery on rural roads, harvest pressure creates unique hazards that require active management to prevent incidents. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, host Shaun Haney speaks with Jay…Read More
Optimum seeding window, fall weed realities, and corn issues | Wheat Pete's Word, Sept 23
What an opportunity! When you get the chance to plant wheat in September in optimum soil conditions, you need to take it! On this episode of Wheat Pete's Word, host Peter Johnson breaks down harvest updates, critical winter wheat seeding tips, fall weed management reality checks, and a whole host of unexpected late-season corn issues.... Read More
Trump considering a ban on diesel exports
The Trump administration says it plans to put a 90-ban on diesel exports — possibly. In a single day, there are conflicting reports that say there is a 90-day ban under discussion and others that say the White House has denied those claims. To get a sense of what's going on — and if curbing... Read More
Trump getting potash from Belarus, China buying from USA, & STARS Calendar | RealAg Radio Sept 23, 2026
Thanks for tuning in to this mid-week edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge to discuss the markets, Josh Linville of StoneX to discuss whether the U.S. will be buying Canadian potash, Linda Dalgetty of STARS on the STARS calendar and Jay Remsik... Read More
Market research survey reveals how producers are managing risk and protecting profitability
Proactive risk management and soil health investments are becoming increasingly important topics as Canadian producers prepare for the next agricultural policy framework. While Business Risk Management (BRM) programs remain a critical need, a recent national survey shows that farmers rely heavily on their own operational choices to reduce risk and protect profitability. Brent Preston, president...
Managing manure with 360 Rain | Profitable Practices
For Gerard Steenbeek and his family at Stonecreek Farms near Woodham, Ont., managing manure is a year-round job. With about 20 million gallons to apply annually, the dairy operation is looking for ways to put those nutrients to work when crops can use them most. In this episode of Profitable Practices, Steenbeek joins RealAgriculture’s Bernard…Read More
From small town to big business with Candace Laing | Truth About Ag, Ep 68
After an introduction in which Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout answer questions that have come in from the last few episodes, they are joined by Candace Laing, CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. She shares her path from a family farm in southwest Saskatchewan to senior leadership at Nutrien and now CEO of the…Read More
Building a resilient farm, crop marketing made cool & an ABP-B.C. team up? | RealAg Radio Sept 22, 2026
Welcome to RealAg Radio! Today on the show, your host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Brent Preston of Farmers for Climate Solutions to talk risk and resilience, Nathan Kuhn of the Crop Marketing Made Cool Conference, and Alex Kulchar of the BC Cattlemen’s Association on BC Cattlemen and ABP teaming up. Also on today’s show,... Read More
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