In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with FCC Vice President and Chief Economist J.P. Gervais about the “2023 FCC Farmland Values Report.” The FCC Farmland Values Report provides an annual look at the regional land value trends across Canada. In this episode, Tracy and JP discuss: - The special milestone of this being the 40th FCC Farmland Values Report. JP shares more about the report and the information it contains. - JP shares the overall Canada-wide national value for 2023. - He then shares ...
Mar 27, 2024•25 min•Season 6Ep. 26
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Sarah Falen Tate from Wild West Advocacy about “Balancing Conservation & Property Rights.” In this episode, Tracy and Sarah discuss: - Sarah’s deep family roots in ranching, advocacy, and fighting for the property rights of ranchers. Tracy asks Sarah if land ownership and property rights are under attack. - Sarah shares her thoughts on land ownership, property rights, conservation, and the attack on farmland. - In this episode, Tracy and Sarah dive dee...
Mar 20, 2024•53 min•Season 6Ep. 25
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Evan Shout about “The Agri-preneur Mindset.” In this episode, Tracy and Evan discuss: - Is your farm a business or a lifestyle? This is always a hot topic in agriculture, and Evan shares his thoughts on it to open the conversation. - Tracy asks Evan to share more about Farmer Coach, a farm business coaching program launched to bridge the gap between farming as a lifestyle and farming as a successful and thriving business. - Evan speaks and coaches farmers ...
Mar 13, 2024•48 min•Season 6Ep. 24
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Joe Roberts about “Peak Energy Performance.” In 1989, Joe was homeless, living under a bridge. 12 years later, he was a celebrated CEO, and in 2017, he finished a 9000-kilometre charity walk across Canada. Having mastered energy health through his own experience, Joe now helps individuals balance effort and energy to create high-performance results. In this episode, Tracy and Joe speak about: - Joe shares more about how we become imbalanced and how we resp...
Mar 06, 2024•43 min•Season 6Ep. 23
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with Amanda Nigg, also known as FarmFitMomma. Would you like to hear an incredible story of tragedy to triumph? An inspiring story about how the worst day of your life can accidentally set you onto your life’s purpose. If so, you are going to want to watch this episode. In this episode, Tracy and Amanda chat about: - The gut-wrenching story of how tragedy struck on their family farm, and if that wasn’t enough, the national covid pandemic was declared the very...
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 6Ep. 22
In this week’s episode, tracy speaks to Senior Policy Analyst Bill Wirtz about the European Farmer Protests. Across Europe, farmers have rallied against changes in government policies and aggressive government environmental goals that are affecting business practices, harming food production, and seeing farmers in some countries having their farmers taken/bought out by the government. Tracy spoke to Bill Wirtz from the Consumer Choice Center to get the details of the European farmer protests. In...
Feb 23, 2024•35 min•Season 6Ep. 21
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Trent Loos from Loos Tales about standing up for agriculture, educating the urban consumer, threats to the agriculture industry, and much more. When anti-agricultural activists threatened the way of life he cherished, Trent knew it was time to take a stand. Consumers, even individuals in other aspects of agriculture, were listening to and believing the lies being spread by celebrities and vegan zealots. Somebody needed to speak on behalf of the hard-workin...
Feb 14, 2024•50 min•Season 6Ep. 20
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Moses Palmer, from 20/20 Seed Labs in this episode titled “From Lab to Field.” #Plant24 is coming fast. As you prepare for seeding, you’ll want to know all you can about the health of your seeds and that is exactly the focus of this week’s episode. In this incredibly informative and valuable episode, Tracy speaks to Moses about the value of testing your seed before putting it into the ground. They discuss: Who 20/20 Seed Labs is and how they help producers...
Feb 09, 2024•27 min•Season 6Ep. 21
Featured Product Whoever said beans are beans is sadly mistaken. New Pioneer® brand A-Series Enlist E3® soybeans feature our own exclusive, high-performing genetics. These beans are like no other. Literally. Developed and Tested to Deliver Performance on Your Farm Pioneer® brand A-Series soybeans are products of research innovations powered by AYT 4.0, our proprietary tool for more rapidly developing products with the highest yield potential. Our extensive localized breeding and testing program ...
Feb 06, 2024•6 min•Season 1Ep. 4
This week, Tracy speaks to Dr. David Kohl in this episode titled “Black Swans, Gray Rhino & Roller Coaster Farm Economics.” You have likely heard about Black Swan events and their disruptive force on the marketplace. But have you heard of Grey Rhino events? You will definitely want to tune into this informative and eye-opening episode. In this conversation, Tracy and Dr. David Kohl speak about: How we are going through a period of roller-coaster economics and what this means for producers He...
Feb 04, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 6Ep. 19
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Felix Weber about “Drones for Farming.” Are you interested in buying a drone for your farming operation but don’t know where to start? Are you looking to learn more about the types, models, uses, benefits, and legalities of operating drones? If so, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Tracy and Felix speak about: How his passion for drones began and why he sees them as a powerful tool for farming operations. He shares more information about the t...
Jan 31, 2024•41 min•Season 6Ep. 18
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Damian Mason about “Threats to Agriculture: Climate Activism, Ag Policy, Power Grabs, Advocating and More.” Is environmentalism and climate activism the new religion? Today’s guest, Damian Mason, thinks so. In this episode, Tracy and Damian speak about: What are the biggest threats to agriculture? When Tracy asks which one will have the most impact on our industry, Damian responds with a confident “agriculture policy” as the biggest threat to agriculture i...
Jan 24, 2024•43 min•Season 6Ep. 17
The 30x30 Land Grab & Property Rights In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Margaret Byfield from the American Stewards of Liberty about “The 30x30 Land Grab & Property Rights.” Have you heard about The 30x30 Land Grab? If you are a farmer who rents or owns land in the United States, Canada, or anywhere around the World, please do not skip this episode. In this episode, Tracy and Margaret speak about: How her family’s decades-long battle with the government over land and water rights s...
Jan 17, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 6Ep. 16
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with Jake Leguee, a Saskatchewan farmer, in a timely episode titled “Don’t Tell Farmers How To Farm.” Have you noticed an increased interest in agriculture from the government, industry organizations, and the sustainable/green/environmentalism movement? If so, you are not alone, and that is exactly what Tracy and Jake speak about in this timely and much-needed conversation. In this episode, Tracy and Jake discuss: Why Jake started his advocating journey with ...
Jan 10, 2024•55 min•Season 6Ep. 15
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with Kelly Dobson, from LeaderShift Inc., about “Why Coaching for Farmers?” Are you looking to maximize your farm’s performance? If so, look no further than you….the farm operator. That’s right. Canadian farms are high-tech and use the best inputs, equipment, agronomy advice, and technology; however, a majority of farms haven’t yet tapped their personal competitive advantage to achieve more with the resources they already have. In this episode, Tracy and Kell...
Jan 03, 2024•50 min•Season 6Ep. 14
In this week’s first episode of #farmerchat on The Impact Farming Show, Tracy speaks with Jacob Bueckert from Driland Feeders in Warner, Alberta. For anyone on social media, you will know Jacob as a Canadian farmer who is always ready with a sarcastic joke, laughter, and a kind word of encouragement. He is also always promoting the beef industry. But what you don’t know about Jacob is his unbelievable life story. It’s a fascinating one. In today’s chat: Jacob shares his life story that started i...
Dec 13, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 6Ep. 13
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with Chrissy Wozniak from North American Ag about agriculture policy. Many farmers cannot help but notice that agriculture and our farming practices are increasingly in the spotlight with each passing day. We all see and hear the headlines. Sustainability, ESGs, property rights, water and wildlife preservation efforts, carbon concerns, fertilizer reductions, animal rights, lab-grown "meats", plant-based “meats,” and the list goes on and on. Being in the publi...
Nov 29, 2023•57 min•Season 6Ep. 12
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with Art Lange about “Cash Flow Concerns.” As a business owner, cash flow planning is one of the most critical financial planning activities. In this episode: Art shares his thoughts on how 2024 cash flow planning might be extra challenging. They chat about upcoming CEBA loan payments and what this means to farmers and their 2024 cash flow. Art reviews the CEBA loan amounts, forgiveness portions, and when payments are due. With loans due in January, farmers m...
Nov 15, 2023•26 min•Season 6Ep. 11
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with Peggy Coffeen from The Uplevel Dairy Podcast. Tracy and Peggy chat about: Peggy shares more about her background, the show, and why she decided to venture into the World of podcasting with her own media company. She shares more about the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, a podcast for dairy owners and managers reaching for their next level of success in business, management and leadership. Peggy shares some of the greatest risks to dairy producers right now. They c...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 6Ep. 10
Featured Product Whoever said beans are beans is sadly mistaken. New Pioneer® brand A-Series Enlist E3® soybeans feature our own exclusive, high-performing genetics. These beans are like no other. Literally. Developed and Tested to Deliver Performance on Your Farm Pioneer® brand A-Series soybeans are products of research innovations powered by AYT 4.0, our proprietary tool for more rapidly developing products with the highest yield potential. Our extensive localized breeding and testing program ...
Nov 07, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Elaine Froese about “Conflict On The Farm.” Farming is challenging enough to begin with. Then add in family, and perhaps multiple generations of family, and it becomes conflict waiting to happen. In this episode, Tracy and Elaine chat about: How conflict is always perceived as negative and meant to be avoided at all costs. Elaine speaks to the fact that conflict is not bad. In her role, Elaine deals with farm families that are experiencing conflict. She sh...
Nov 01, 2023•59 min•Season 6Ep. 9
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Heather Watson from Farm Management Canada about their upcoming “Embrace The Opportunity: 2023 AgExcellence Event.” This year’s Conference theme, Embrace the Opportunity, is a chance for producers to discuss the social, economic, and environmental impacts on the farm business by exploring proven management practices and fostering proactive planning. In this conversation, Tracy and Heather chat more about the event, including a farm tour to start the event,...
Oct 25, 2023•22 min•Season 6Ep. 8
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Chris and Cory from eMotors Direct about their innovative online platform that allows farmers to “Buy Farm Motors: Anytime. Anywhere.” Did you know that an online platform was launched to kick-start a revolution in the electric motor industry? There is, and the platform is eMotors Direct. And even more exciting is that eMotors Direct serves the agriculture industry by providing motors for various farming applications. In today’s episode, Tracy speaks with ...
Oct 20, 2023•27 min•Season 6Ep. 7
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to David Derwin in our “Grain & Cattle Marketing Update: Fall 2023.” It’s hard to know what to do when markets are continually changing. But as we all know, markets do just that; they always go up and down. In today’s episode, David shares a few insights about what producers can do for their grain and cattle marketing in fall 2023. David gives our audience a brief overview of current market conditions and prices. Many producers are finding themselves with...
Oct 18, 2023•37 min•Season 6Ep. 6
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Michael Langemeier from Purdue University about “Measuring Optimism in Agriculture: September 2023 Ag Economy Barometer Report.” In this episode, Tracy and Michael speak about: What is the Ag Economy Barometer? In this interview, Michael shares the survey results from over 400 producers that were asked a series of questions. Purdue University and CME then compile the results to create the Ag Economy Barometer. The August 2023 results are in. Michael review...
Oct 11, 2023•40 min•Season 6Ep. 5
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Dr. Briana Hagen about “Mental Health In Farming.” How are farmers doing? Mental health in agriculture is one of our most critical conversations. In today’s episode, we are excited to interview Briana, who has been there since the start of the conversation. In this conversation, Tracy and Briana speak about: The original National Survey Of Farmer Mental Health was back in 2015/2016. Briana shares more about why the survey was launched and the key takeaways...
Oct 04, 2023•34 min•Season 6Ep. 4
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with John Sachse in this episode titled “Change Your Mindset, Change Your Farm.” John Sachse is a husband, father, 4th generation rancher, entrepreneur, officer in the Army National Guard, and Men’s Mindset Coach within his business Ranch FIT. John has seen firsthand the stresses that can mount up in our lives if we don't handle them correctly. In this episode, Tracy and John chat about: John’s military and farming background and how his observations and firs...
Sep 27, 2023•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 3
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks with Megz Reynolds about “Championing Mental Health In Agriculture.” Megz is the Executive Director of The Do More Agriculture Foundation, an organization that champions the mental well-being of those in the Canadian agriculture industry while changing the culture of Agriculture to one where all are encouraged, supported, and empowered to take care of their mental well-being. In this episode, Tracy and Megz speak about: Who is Do More Ag, and what is their mi...
Sep 20, 2023•28 min•Season 6Ep. 2
In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to returning guest Billi J. Miller in this episode titled “Beautiful Farm Stories.” When Billi married her husband, a 4th generation Canadian farmer, she noticed there were very little photographs of their rich, 100-year farming heritage. As a photographer she felt called to do something about it. Harnessing her entrepreneurial spirit, she created a successful business as a photographer and writer. In 2016, she authored the first of a two-book series about th...
Sep 13, 2023•12 min•Season 6Ep. 1
We are proud to be celebrating The Impact Farming Show's 5th Anniversary. In celebration of this exciting milestone, we are counting down and rebroadcasting the TOP 4 episodes from season 5. This week we are excited to bring you our #1 highest listened to and watched episode titled "Grain & Cattle Marketing Update”. Originally aired on July 5, 2023 David Derwin Commodity Portfolio Manager with PI Financial Corp., one of the largest independent investment & commodity futures advisers in C...
Aug 23, 2023•31 min•Season 5Ep. 22
