Thanks for tuning into this Farmer Rapid Fire episode of RealAg Radio. You’ll hear from farmers across Canada, letting you know what’s happening on their operations, including: Warren Schneckenburger of Morrisburg, Ont.; Mike Shewchuk of Blaine Lake, Sask; Kresten Jorgenson of Special Area No.3, Alta; and Jack Froese of Winkler, Man. As well, you’ll hear… Read More
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Although there are still talks happening behind closed doors, progress of the business risk management program (BRM) review feels as though it’s slow-moving. At this year’s CropConnect conference held at Winnipeg, Man., the topic was acknowledged by federal Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau, but there was no mention of action — which is what most are… Read More
Today’s show starts with an update from host Shaun Haney on the continued controversy surrounding rail blockades. Then: The future of business risk management (BRM) programs, with Jeff Nielsen, Grain Growers of Canada, and Jack Froese, Canadian Canola Growers; Will we see more grower group amalgamations in the future? Fred Greig, Manitoba Wheat and Barley… Read More
The federal Liberal caucus met in Saskatoon, Sask. this week, providing the opportunity to host a hastily-called roundtable on grain transportation. The roundtable included government representatives, farmers, shippers, and railway executives. The purpose of the meeting, according to a government news release, was to provide “participants with an opportunity to share information, to address challenges,… Read More
Canola grower groups from the three prairie provinces are partnering with the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association to raise awareness about the risks of grain entrapment. SaskCanola, the Manitoba Canola Growers Association and the Alberta Canola Producers Commission have agreed to each contribute $30,000 over three years to build mobile grain entrapment demonstration units for each… Read More