In this episode of The Truth About Ag, co-hosts Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout sit down with Lisa Ashton, agriculture policy lead on RBC’s Climate Action Institute Team, to dive into the big questions shaping Canadian agriculture. Ashton shares insights from RBC’s latest reports, including the Food First Report, breaking down why RBC is investing… Read More
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In episode 24 of The Truth About Ag podcast, Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout explore agricultural investment with Ben Gordon, CEO and co-founder of Fractal Agriculture. Ben brings his expertise to a wide-ranging discussion on topics crucial for success in both Canadian and U.S. farming sectors. In this discussion, hear about risk management strategies, the… Read More
In Episode 23 of The Truth About Ag podcast, co-hosts Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout sit down with J.P. Gervais, executive vice president, strategy & impact, and chief economist at Farm Credit Canada, to break down the economic forces shaping the future of agriculture. As someone who spends his days analyzing trade, policy, and market… Read More
In Episode 22 of The Truth About Ag, Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout chat with Leah Olson, vice president of customer experience and operations at Brilliant Harvest Inc. With a background in agriculture and manufacturing, Olson has led companies through major transitions, turnarounds, and sustainable growth. They discuss how ag innovation has evolved from past… Read More
In Episode 21 of The Truth About Ag podcast, Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout dig into the conversations shaping agriculture’s future. They explore the unique value of learning from people outside your immediate industry, as highlighted by programs such as TEPAP. The discussion shifts to the importance of preparation and strategy in an industry full… Read More
In Episode 20 of The Truth About Ag, Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout welcome Kip Tom, an Indiana-based agricultural leader whose career spans decades of hands-on experience, consulting, and innovation. From starting his journey straight out of high school on the family farm to being considered for roles within the U.S. government, Kip brings a… Read More
In Episode 19 of The Truth About Ag, Jeff Warkentin, chief operating officer (COO) of Hebert Grain Ventures, joins co-hosts Evan Shout and Kristjan Hebert to talk about what it takes to lead and grow a successful team. They cover everything from the realities of stepping into a family business, to why asking tough questions… Read More
In Episode 18 of Truth About Ag podcast, co-hosts Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout sit down with Jordan Kambeitz of Kambeitz Farms, a fifth-generation operation dating back to 1899. They tackle the realities of modern farming, from the importance of investing in team dynamics and building a strong culture to the growing demand for traceability—connecting… Read More
In episode 17 of The Truth About Ag podcast, co-hosts Kristjan Hebert and Evan Shout sit down with Dean Klippenstine, partner and business advisor with MNP’s Agriculture team. Klippenstine shares insights from his extensive career in agriculture and business, touching on risk management, succession planning, and how collaboration between advisors and producers can unlock growth… Read More
In Episode 16 of The Truth About Ag podcast, co-hosts Evan Shout and Kristjan Hebert sit down with Craig Lothian of Lex Capital Corp. A former lawyer, Craig is a serial entrepreneur having founded and sold a number of successful private oil and land companies. In this episode, they dive into the similarities and differences… Read More