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| GTF Podcast: Where Does 46% of Your Nitrogen Actually Go? | 23 Aug 2024 | 01:02:22 | |
Jeff Ivan grew up on a family farm south of Glenside, Saskatchewan. He left it because there was no room for him and spent the next 35 years becoming one of the most widely traveled fertilizer specialists in the world -- 80 countries, 25 countries in a single year at his peak, and a career that took him from cleaning grain elevator dustbins in Glenside to advising governments and companies across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The United Nations puts nitrogen loss at 46% of what is applied. Up to 90% of phosphate goes unused in the year of application. Jeff's position is that the answer is not to cut back on fertilizer. The answer is to make it work. Soilgenic Technologies was built on that argument -- 60 patents on nitrogen stabilization and phosphate enhancement technology. Jeff was diagnosed with stage 3B colon cancer within a month of founding it.
What's Inside
Related Episodes Your Soil Type Is Costing You Yield -- Greg Patterson on the fertility variable the handbooks skip Before You Spray: 3 Things That Could Cost You Money This Season (May 2026) -- timing, inputs, and what the field actually needs
Connect with Jeff: Website: https://www.soilgenic.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soilgenic/ Twitter: https://x.com/Soilgenic
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| The Journey of Jessica Janzen: From Tragedy to Triumph | 05 Jul 2024 | 01:02:19 | |
Join host Dan Aberhart on the Growing the Future podcast as he welcomes Jessica Janzen, a motivational speaker, mindset coach, author, and philanthropist. Jessica shares her incredible journey of overcoming life challenges, including the heartbreaking loss of her son to Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Discover how her faith, resilience, and choice to bring joy have transformed her life and the lives of many others through the Love for Lewiston Foundation. This episode dives deep into the importance of self-worth, the power of choice, and bringing joy, even in the hardest of times. Don’t miss this emotional and inspiring conversation that is sure to leave a lasting impact. Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| GTF Podcast: Why the Biggest Buyer Can't Outbid the Farmer | 01 Dec 2023 | 00:54:31 | |
Robert Andjelic crossed the Yugoslav border at ten years old. Hidden in a hay wagon. Rain coming down. Border guards on the other side with dogs. He made it. He arrived in Canada in 1958 with his family and nothing else. By 2023, he owned 231,000 acres of Saskatchewan farmland -- the largest private holding in the country. And he says a farmer will outbid him every time. Because farmers capture operating returns. He only captures rent. The investor everyone assumes is pricing them out is actually the one at a disadvantage. This is that conversation. What's Inside: - Why Robert left commercial real estate and chose food and water over everything else - The Saskatchewan price gap: same crop as Manitoba, fraction of the price -- and why it's closing - How he anticipated three recessions and moved to cash before each one hit - Why investors owning 2-3% of Western Canadian farmland cannot move the market - What he is waiting for before he buys again Related Episodes - Robert Andjelic Part Two: Scary Predictions and Rich Opportunities (Dec 2023) - Too Big to Farm (May 2026) -- Robert returns to talk distress, scale, and the math that stopped working Connect with Robert: Website: https://andjelic.ca/about Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008628990360 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-andjelic-a0474178/ Connect with Growing the Future Website: https://growingthefuture.ca/ Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Rob O'Connor | 22 Oct 2019 | 00:36:24 | |
Rob is a director for Glacier Media, and is the show runner for the every growing outdoor farm show Ag in Motion in Saskatoon which has exploded in popularity as well as the Farm Forum Event, which returns to it's roots this year in Saskatoon. Rob has a strong background in the agricultural arena including running the Farm Progress show in Regina for over a decade, and is a 3rd generation rancher. We cover everything from the livestock industry to what makes Rob tick when it comes to growing agricultural platforms that facilitate business in #westerncdnag! Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| Brianna Elliot | 17 Oct 2019 | 00:08:46 | |
In this conversation with Brianna Elliot, "techgronomist" at Olds College, we cover some new and interesting territory on what the faculty is pursuing with their new Smart Farm Program, and the end results they are looking for: marrying technology with boots on the ground for better decision making and higher profits! Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| Brent Nicol | 15 Oct 2019 | 00:23:50 | |
If you are trying to figure out precision ag for your farm, this is one episode you won't want to miss. Terry Aberhart speaks with Brent Nicol about the new innovations coming in the Wild West of technology in ag, what a techgronomist is, and how farmers can implement the tools that are out there to better their operation! Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| Cherilyn Nagel | 10 Oct 2019 | 00:34:49 | |
Cherilyn Nagel, along with her husband David and family, operate a large grain farm near her hometown of Mossbank, Saskatchewan, Canada.
Cherilyn is an energetic speaker and loves to share a positive message about the sustainable food grown in her home province and across the country.
Cherilyn covers all kind of interesting ground in this candid conversation telling all about her personal journey of embracing farming and agricultural debate from the fields of Saskatchewan to the worldwide stage and everything in between! Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| Brennan Turner | 08 Oct 2019 | 00:31:45 | |
Brennan Turner is the CEO of Farm Lead.
In this second appearance on the show we discuss fake fame vs real relationships, the CBC actually admitting farmers in western Canada sequester carbon, the nature of influencer referrals, benchmarking self awareness in relationships, President Trump, how likely the apocalypse currently is, the nature of USDA reporting, Brennan’s current book choice, what’s next in farming, and what life would be like if he was on the Bachelorette. Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| Dean Klippenstine | 03 Oct 2019 | 00:20:52 | |
Dean Klippenstine is the National Crops Leader for MNP. We chatted with Dean about the following:
- Why Dean is a cool accountant
- Dean’s farming background
- Looking at a long term perspective on land in agriculture
- Figuring out the vision of MNP to bring “infinite sustainability”
- Balancing short term financial success with long term prospective on financials
- Investing in fertility in rented land
- Bringing the franchise model to agriculture
- “the art of the possible”
- Why the Liberals screwed up the trusts Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| Jonathan Small | 01 Oct 2019 | 00:23:10 | |
We talk with Jonathan Small, Chief Research Officer for Global Ag Risk at the Ag Smart Event in Olds AB about technology, the history of BSE, harnessing the ascendency of the consumer, why non - GMO labels work on consumers, the inception of GARS, what he learned in 25 years of succession planning, and how the GARS model works as a financial snapshot for your farm! Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| Cory Willness | 24 Sep 2019 | 01:30:24 | |
Industry expert Cory Willness shares wisdom gained from years of experience testing soils and following the data. Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| GTF Podcast: Farmers Feed the World vs. Farmers Run a Business | 24 Sep 2019 | 02:05:20 | |
Jeff Bennett farms 4,500 acres north of Kinnersley, Saskatchewan, with his wife Shiloh and his father, in what turned out to be his dad's last year on the operation. He has a clear, often contrarian view on where a farmer's energy should go: not toward winning over a grocery store customer who will never see the dozen steps between seed and shelf, but toward running the business in front of him. This conversation moves from the Ag Twitter meetup Jeff and Shiloh built at their farm, to precision agriculture and variable rate fertility, to a genuine back-and-forth with Dan over whether data benchmarking actually tells a producer anything useful. Jeff does not soften his answers, and the conversation is better for it.
What's Inside
Topics and Timestamps 0:00 -- Cold open: how Dan and Jeff connected through the Ag Twitter meetup 7:30 -- Eventbrite ticketing and tiered sponsorship for the meetup 11:00 -- Why Twitter is "reverse isolation" for a farmer who works mostly alone 15:00 -- 13,000 followers, and why accountability changes once a conversation could be said to someone's face 19:45 -- Generational gap: co-host Alyssa on why her generation barely touches Twitter 23:00 -- Tangent into the Bud Light Super Bowl ad and "virtue signaling" marketing 28:00 -- Why boycotts do not work and what going positive looks like instead 42:00 -- "I don't trust the customer to make the right decision anyway" -- Jeff's case against consumer-facing advocacy 51:00 -- What separates top producers, and why Jeff checks his cash flow spreadsheet almost daily 59:00 -- Farm structure: Shiloh's VP of Operations role, and dad's last year farming 1:05:00 -- Cash management, the family accountant, and why cash is "my number one precious resource" 1:09:00 -- 4,500 acres, half owned and half rented -- equipment strategy: lease-to-buy and buying used 1:14:00 -- Precision ag: Farmers Edge and Crop Pro variable rate, plus a side project using soil moisture probes 1:24:00 -- The benchmarking debate with Dan: does aggregated yield data actually tell a producer anything? 1:56:00 -- Wrap and sign-off
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| Terry Aberhart | 13 Sep 2019 | 01:35:21 | |
Terry and Dan talk family farms, cold showers, and precision agriculture. Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| Stubborn Farmer Part Two | 25 Nov 2023 | 00:59:28 | |
Ever wondered about where our guests are now?! On this episode Dan caught up with none other than Andy Caygeon Junkin, also known as Stubborn Farmer! In the early days, Andy discovered a profound truth—that every cowboy carries a tale of sorrow. While burning the midnight oil in college, he realized that farming isn't just a right but a privilege. The struggle to preserve the family farm, salvage his parents' marriage, and excel academically led him to a dark and isolating place. However, it was when his friends sought his assistance with their family farms that he realized his capabilities extended beyond merely inheriting the family legacy. No longer content with farming until his last breath, Andy packed his bags and embarked on the journey of "Stubborn Farmer." Through this venture, he discovered that the root of all conflicts lies within oneself. Before investing in others, he believes in the importance of personal adaptation, growth, and learning. Andy's mission goes beyond the fields; he aims to rescue the essence of family Christmases by safeguarding the family farm and eliminating the need for mediators altogether. Join Dan and Andy in this profound episode as they delve into the intricacies of family dynamics and share insights on how to reshape the narrative for a brighter future.
Connect with Andy: Website: https://stubborn.farm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caygeon Twitter: https://twitter.com/stubborn_farm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stubborn.farm/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@StubbornFarm
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| The Why, What, Who, When, and Where of the Growing the Future Podcast | 09 Sep 2019 | 00:08:35 | |
Dan shares his vision for the Growing the Future Podcast, telling listeners exactly what to expect in the episodes ahead. Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay
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| Charting Success | 17 Nov 2023 | 01:07:13 | |
From skeptical beginnings to recognizing the power of technical analysis, Trent Klarenbach, Grain Market Analyst with Klarenbach Research, shares the highs and lows of his journey in trading and investing. 💼📈 Learn how Trent bridged the gap in grain marketing for farmers with the Klarenbach Report covering equities, cryptocurrencies, and more! He has been on a rollercoaster of constant learning and reassessment. Mistakes became stepping stones in this mentally demanding field, leading to the publication of his newsletters. Trent dives into why focusing on price action, not personal opinions, is the game-changer in a noisy market. Unlock trading insights, from take-profit targets to navigating emotional granularity. It's not just about predictions; it's about sharing strategies for informed decisions. You don’t want to miss this episode as Dan and Trent get into the back end of the market! Connect with Trent: Website: https://www.klarenbach.ca/about Twitter:https://twitter.com/TrentKlarenbach Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://aberhartfarms.com https://suregrowth.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Vertical Farming With Harry Duran | 03 Nov 2023 | 00:49:59 | |
Harry's journey is like a rollercoaster of creativity and curiosity! 🎢 From his early days as a vinyl-spinning DJ to his unexpected detour into app development, it was clear that Harry had the entrepreneurial itch. But it was when he stumbled upon the fascinating world of podcasting and vertical farming that things got serious! Vertical farming – yes, you heard that right! Picture crops reaching for the skies instead of sprawling fields. Harry was hooked and couldn't help but wonder about the origins of our food. Why do some folks still struggle to find fresh produce in today's high-tech world? 🌱 Through his podcast Harry guides listeners through the vertical farming jungle, debunking myths and sharing how it's revolutionizing agriculture. It's not about pitting vertical farming against the good ol' traditional approach however, sharing how they complement each other. Harry and Dan peel back the layers of vertical farming and how it's changing the game in our quest for food security. 🌽💪 Tune in for a deep dive into the world of vertical farming and the modern food revolution!
Connect with Harry: Website: https://harryduran.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harryduran/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarryDuranFu...
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| Accelerating Digital Ag | 06 Oct 2023 | 00:47:25 | |
Step into a world where farming meets sci-fi – welcome to the realm of Digital Ag! It’s like having your own farm robots– intelligent technologies working their magic before, during, and after farm production. Buckle up, because in this episode Dan and Jacqueline Keena, Managing Director of EMILI, are taking you to Innovation Farm, where the newest startups test their latest tech. It's not just a farm; it's a space for collaboration between leading industry researches and academia institutions. These startups receive all the support – capital, resources, mentors, you name it – to help them grow, scale, and become the next big tech in digital ag. But it doesn’t end there! At Innovation Farm, they've teamed up with real-life farmers to help eliminate risks in startups by providing real time data. Join Dan and Jacqueline as they take you on a journey through the digital ag landscape.
Connect with Jaqueline: Website: https://emilicanada.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/emilicanada LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emil...
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| Ag in the Classroom | 25 Aug 2023 | 00:56:30 | |
In a world where the landscape of agriculture is ever-evolving, the responsibility of cultivating the next generation of ag leaders falls on our shoulders. Are our classrooms adequately equipped with agricultural knowledge? It's startling how even in close-knit ag communities, the education on farming practices seems insufficient. But what if we fail to nurture the youth today? Will they know the journey from field to table? That’s where Ag In The Classroom comes into play, partnering with agricultural and educational communities to connect kids and agriculture through innovative, experiential, curriculum-based programs and resources. Join Terry, Holden and Sara Shymko, Executive Director of Ag in the Class, as they embark on a journey to cultivate a brighter future. Let's sow the seeds of knowledge, nurture the next generation of ag leaders, and create a world where the students of today become the teachers of tomorrow. Remember, there's a place for everyone in this ag adventure!
Connect with Sara: Website: https://aitc-canada.ca/en-ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AITCCanada/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AITCCanada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aitccanada/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbDjICByAj9euDpyUMb9aZg
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| Crop Olympics | 04 Aug 2023 | 01:11:28 | |
Picture this..... The 2024 Crop Olympics commence with a vibrant and lively opening ceremony, celebrating the rich diversity of crops from various regions around the world. Each country's team enters the stadium with their unique crops, displaying colorful and bountiful harvests. It wasn't easy to make it this far! That's where people like Jarrett Chambers, President of ATP come in. Starting with a passion for agriculture, science and people. Jarrett coached you to fuel your crop with every necessary nutrient to get you across the finish line to bring home gold. It's not just a single nutrient; it's a complete package and theres a science behind it all. This episode Dan and Jarrett take us across the finish line as they dive into nitrogen, bio-stimulants and all things plant nutrition. If you want a gold medal wining crop, you're going to want to check this episode out!
Connect with Jarrett: Website: https://atpag.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ATPNutritionLtd Twitter: https://twitter.com/ATPNutritionLtd Aberhart
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| GTF Podcast: What the Farm Asked of Andy Junkin | 26 Jun 2023 | 01:04:40 | |
Andy Junkin grew up on a farm outside Bobcaygeon, Ontario. Seven generations. His father's farm. He came home from Guelph ready to work it. His dad plowed down his first crop because his uncle said it looked better. That was the beginning. What followed was a decade of trying to save his parents' marriage while figuring out whether he even had a right to farm. He eventually sat on a barn beam, in a dark place, and walked out. He has not been back to Bobcaygeon since. He now helps farm families in 22 states and five Canadian provinces find a different way through. This is how that started. What's Inside - What farm succession actually costs the son or daughter who comes home to work it - Why Andy believes most farm families are operating on an entitlement mindset -- and what replaces it - The three-rule daily practice that turns farm conflict into working relationships - Why only 12% of farms make it to the grandchildren -- and what the other 88% miss - Andy's mission: to help families before the auctioneer shows up, not after
Related Episodes - The Silent Killer in Ag -- Lesley Kelly on farm mental health and the things no one says - Liquidity and Legacy (Feb 2026) -- when the farm math stops working and the family has to decide
Connect with Andy: Website: https://stubborn.farm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caygeon Twitter: https://twitter.com/stubborn_farm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stubborn.farm/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@StubbornFarm Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
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Content note: This episode includes open conversation about mental health and suicidal ideation on a family farm. If you are struggling, please reach out. Farm Stress Line: 1-866-327-6701. Talk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566. In the U.S.: 988. Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Small Town Strong | 02 Jun 2023 | 01:01:46 | |
If you grew up in a small rural community you know that it can be isolating at times… You spend hours on the farm, prioritizing everything else before yourself. As the days become shorter and darker, it's easy to feel your mind wandering and you start to get that heavy feeling.
Although you acknowledge that you should be grateful for having food and shelter, you still feel a sense of darkness.
Expressing your emotions to your loved ones is difficult and the doctor is not providing any solutions. You are NOT alone!
Lewellyn Melnyk, Author and farmer has had that same feeling since she was a teenager… She is now opening the door to talk about mental health in rural areas with her new book Rooted. She shares how she stays Small Town Strong when life gets hard and how you can too. In this episode Dan and Lewellyn dive deep into living with depression and anxiety.
Lewellyn shares her top tips for pushing through the bad days, you don’t want to miss this emotional episode. Connect with Lewellyn: Website: https://www.lewellynmelnyk.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lewellyn.melnyk Twitter: https://twitter.com/lewellynmelnyk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lewellynmelnyk/
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| Old School Ag Values | 05 May 2023 | 01:00:53 | |
The rat sweats…. Every agricultural entrepreneur has had them! You wake up in the middle of the night panicked on how you’re going to make payroll. Trevor Thiessen, President of Redekop Manufacturing shares how he beat the rat sweats and set big goals and achieved them for the future of the company. If theres one thing for certain, Trevor has carried the old school ag virtue and rolled those values into Redekop today. Trevor's success story offers inspiration for entrepreneurs facing similar challenges. This episode highlights Trevor’s dedication to traditional agricultural values and his love for the land. Dan and Trevor engage in a conversation centred on a farmer-first mentality, where Trevor's passion for farmers shines bright. Connect with Trevor: Website: https://redekopmfg.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redekopmfg Twitter: https://twitter.com/redekopmfg Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MAVstrawchopper Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://aberhartfarms.com https://suregrowth.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Nuffield: A Passport for Agricultural Perspective | 14 Jun 2024 | 01:06:57 | |
Steve and his wife Vanessa live near Three Hills, AB, with their three children. A Professional Agrologist and Certified Crop Advisor, Steve has supported farmers for over 25 years. He has a diploma in Crop Advisory and a B.Sc. in Agriculture Studies. In 2008, he received a Nuffield Scholarship to study controlled traffic farming. In 2006, Steve founded Beyond Agronomy, providing agronomic services and strategies to farms in Canada and internationally. He also ran businesses in carbon and ag technology and published The Spark newsletter from 2008-2019. A first-generation farmer since 2007, Steve operates a no-till research farm near Morrin, AB. He shares his expertise locally and internationally. In his community, Steve enjoys making ice, coaching hockey, and winter activities with his family. He’s always ready for a brainstorming session.
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| Quantum Decision Making | 21 Apr 2023 | 00:40:45 | |
Rituals…
We all have them when it comes to our operations!
You need to spray xyz fungicide every year at this date….
As far as you know, bull 321 is the best among the herd in the pen.
What if we introduced new technologies and broke free from our usual routines?
By using genomics you can help ensure success for your farm in the future.
This where Heather, Vice President of Operations of Quantum Gentix comes in to play.
She has helped producers take the guesswork out of farming decisions with DNA testing in livestock and crops. Dan and Heather get into the details of how genomics and DNA testing is done and applied to operations.
You don't want to miss this inside scoop to an incredible technology.
In this episode, you will learn: How Heather uses Quantum Genetix on her own farm Heather’s professional journey How Heather got involved with Quantum Genetix How Quantam Genetix was started The technology they are currently using today What is animal genomics? What do genes tell us? How has the genome advanced over the last 20 years Using genomics to get the best return on your cattle How to execute this technology properly How much do we really know about the genome? What else Quantum Genetix is working on? How does this technology excel traditional breeding methods Can you eliminate faulty genes for better herds How well can this detect diseases How Quantum made the leap from cattle to crops What was the flax crisis? What types of diseases they are testing for in crops? How does detecting diseases work What does Sclerotinia look like How do producers decide to spray without using this technology Does Quantum Genetix look at the environmental factor or spraying What does turnaround time look like for producers using this tech? How accurate is this technology How Quantum got into Covid testing How Heather feels about Covid The future of Quantum Genetix How to get ahold of Heather
Connect with Heather: Website: https://quantumgenetix.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuantumGenetix/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/quantumgenetix Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quantumgenetix/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvOvvRhLAhNeKqWLA_uxvQ
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| The Spirit of Saskatchewan | 06 Apr 2023 | 01:11:50 | |
When you think Saskatchewan what comes to mind? Is it the land of the living skies? The beauty in the fields? The incredible people? There’s no denying there’s something special in the air when you enter the province. Michael Muscoby is no exception, a true representation of Saskatchewan Spirit! Through trails and tribulations his family has always adapted to the ever changing landscape. His roots go way back to when his grandmother was born under a wagon box a mile we from Kipling, SK…. Days later they were fighting a fire to protect their land. Michael shares his family's journey to farming in the prairies and how they have advanced over the years. You don’t want to miss this episode as Dan and Michael have an old school farm table chat. What you will learn: -Michael’s family origins -How Michael’s family landed in Saskatchewan -What the family farm looked like 20 years ago -What Michael’s farming career has been like -Farming during the low of 2000 -The family succession plan -The trouble with farming and banks -Michael’s regrets on land -Michael’s perseverance and positive attitude -Why Michael left livestock -The importance of working off the farm -Michaels career in the oil sands -What Michael's operations look like today -When the next generation will take over -Where Michael sources his information for planing from -The struggle with equipment and fertilizer -How Michael makes a decision for the future of the farm -Michael’s farming accident -What colour Michael runs -What fertilizers Michael is using -How Michael got invested in a Fly Fishing Camp -What Michael is most excited for in agriculture -How to get ahold of Michael Connect with Michael: Phone: 1-306-736-7800 Email: muscobym@gmail.com Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberh... If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepod... Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| The Wild Ride of Agtech Startups | 17 Mar 2023 | 00:56:29 | |
Show jumping can teach a person plenty about venture capital. In show jumping (VC Agtech), where horses (startups) are racing (solving farmers problems) against a clock where time (money) is running out to navigate many challenging obstacles (regulatory hurdles, finding customers, and developing a sustainable business model), the horse (founder) has a personality of their own; the team must get to the end without too many mistakes (penalties) against you or your ride = zero. There are some winners though, and big winners at that. For Wilson Acton, Managing Partner at Tall Grass Ventures, a unique venture capital fund out of Alberta focused on agricultural companies, so far they've sifted through 160 companies to find 6 that could be winners. Hear how Wilson applies the lessons learned as a 5th generation farmer, competing in show jumping, and a career as an M and A lawyer to helping agricultural startups in his stable on this episode.
Connect with Wilson: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilsonacton/ Website: https://www.tallgrass.vc Email: wacton@tallgrass.vc
Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
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| GTF Podcast: DOWNTIME -- The ROI Killer | 03 Mar 2023 | 00:59:02 | |
DOWNTIME -- The ROI Killer Matt Yanick knows what an hour of downtime costs on a working farm. Not the parts. Not the labor. The window that does not come back. This episode covers the one metric most operations track poorly and most operators underestimate. Equipment management is not a maintenance question. It is a margin question.
What's Inside - How to calculate the true cost of downtime on your operation -- including the costs most producers do not count - Why most farms underestimate unplanned downtime and what changes when they track it properly - The systems that reduce downtime and protect your operating window - What equipment selection looks like when you factor in downtime cost, not just purchase price - How the most profitable operations approach their equipment strategy differently
Related Episodes - Engineer Your Revenue Floor Before You Seed (Mar 2026) -- production decisions and the margin they protect - Before You Spray: 3 Things That Could Cost You Money This Season (May 2026) -- timing, windows, and what it costs to miss them Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Farming for Freedom | 17 Feb 2023 | 01:14:42 | |
From the frontlines of Ukraine to Canadian Ag!
Yevgen’s journey has lead him all around the world before finally reaching Canada - a place he now calls home.
Through determination, perseverance and a no fear mentality Yevgen has built a very successful career in agriculture.
Currently he teaches at Olds College and works with the DOT Autonomous Farming Platform.
He has taken his passion of autonomous farming and drone work to assist the Ukrainian military on the frontlines today.
You will quickly be inspired by his story and mindset!
You don’t want to miss this episode as Dan and Yevgen talk about his dreams for the Ukrainian educational system and how you can help the military frontlines. For donations: https://linktr.ee/dronestoukraine Money transfers: e-transfer/PayPal to dronestoukraine@gmail.com Paysend/Wise to debit card: 4724-0905-5545-1283 Paysend can be sent from all over the world in any currency. Beneficiary currency - CAD WhatsApp: +14034726662 In this episode, you will learn:
Connect with Yevgen: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000996022732 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MYAGRO_CA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mykola.mykhailichenko/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yevgen-mykhaylichenko-083541b3/
Check out Yevgen’s Youtube Videos: Mazergroup (former Markusson New Holland) YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mazergroup1003/videos
MY AGRO CANADA YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@myagrocanada2066/videos Soil Compaction Maps YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@soilcompactionmaps.myagro.3348/videos Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
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If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| The Farming Storyteller | 13 Jan 2023 | 01:17:23 | |
If you are involved in the ag industry in Western Canada, you've more than likely read this man's work in the Grainews, The Western Producer, or maybe even the Financial Post. Have you ever thought about the writer behind the article? Toban Dyck grew up on a farm but started out his career ambitions with the written word as his craft. This lead him to become an award winning writer for many different papers. His writing eventually took him far from the farm to the big city of Toronto. On a visit home he realized the true beauty and legacy of the family farm and decided to return. Toban's talent and passion to write gave him the ability to relate with producers on a very practical level. His question quickly became ... do we take writing for granted in agriculture? Through his articles he has connected with not only hundreds of producers sharing their stories, tips and tricks around the farm, but the broader public in order to create awareness. He is also making an impact on agricultural organizations ability to communicate their message through his new company, Burr Forest Group. There's one thing that will always remain the same, great storytelling always wins. Join Dan and Toban as they discuss how you can farm and keep your passions alive at the same time. What you will learn: -How a small town farm boy ends up in Toronto writing - Toban’s journalism background -Toban’s first writing gigs -How Toban landed an interview at the Globe -Is the CBC the devil? -How Toban ended up writing in agriculture -How Toban wrote for Financial Post -How different Toronto was then home for Toban -Do Torontonian’s even know about farming? -Is it important everybody know about agriculture? -What it’s like to write for a living -The reality of writing in a public space -What does it take to create a successful piece -The worst piece Toban ever wrote in his career -Will AI tools take over the writing space? -How Toban ended back at the farm -The transition back into farming -What are the true characteristics of a writer? -How Toban translated being back on the farm into writing -How Toban’s writing has connected him with many farmers -How to farm and continue your passions -The power of storytelling Connect with Toban: https://burrforest.com Connect with Dan: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Agronomy Meets Basketball | 09 Dec 2022 | 00:54:39 | |
Agronomy and basketball coaches have more in common than you may think....
A coach is to help an individual or their team grow.
It's not always encouragement.....
Sometimes it's being kind of strict, pushing them, knowing what their boundaries are, what they can, what they can't do, and what they're not ready to do.
The perfect example of that would be when you introduce producers into variable rates for their first time or try a new prescription.
Just like the players on the court, a coach guides them into new realms and techniques.
Lance Lindbloom does just that with 406 Agronomy!
Tune in as Dan and Lance dive into how bringing together competition and producers in the same room, can bring home the trophy for the future of ag.
Grab your clipboards and get ready to take notes on Lance's strategies and plays in agronomy. In this episode, you will learn:
Connect with Lance: Website: https://406agronomy.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/406Agronomy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papabloom/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-lindbloom-83b64810/
Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| GTF Podcast: Fertilizer Prices Just Broke Up With You | 28 Oct 2022 | 00:50:35 | |
Fertilizer pricing does not move like a normal commodity. It swings on geopolitics, supply shocks, and timing windows that punish anyone who waits too long or buys too early. Josh Linville has spent his career inside that volatility, reading the signals most producers never see. This episode breaks down why fertilizer markets behave the way they do, and what that means for when you buy.
What's Inside - Why fertilizer pricing does not follow the same logic as grain or livestock markets - The supply and geopolitical factors that move nitrogen, phosphate, and potash prices - What Josh Linville watches for before recommending a buying window - The timing mistakes that cost producers the most on fertilizer spend - How to read fertilizer market signals without a trading desk
Related Episodes - The Input Your Fertility Plan Is Probably Missing -- Craig Davidson on the gap most fertility programs ignore - Where Does 46% of Your Nitrogen Actually Go? -- Jeff Ivan on fertilizer efficiency and what is lost before the crop uses it
Connect with Josh: Website:https://www.stonex.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/JLinvilleFert LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-linville-9555a711/
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| Farming With Your Gut | 07 Oct 2022 | 02:05:05 | |
Soil is the foundation of our food system, and yet most people know very little about it…..
The soil is a complex ecosystem with countless interactions taking place between different elements.
In order to produce healthy crops, producers must manage these interactions carefully.
This is where Greg Patterson comes in.
Greg is a wealth of knowledge on soil fertility and health, and he has spent years researching the topic and much more. In this exclusive two-hour episode, Greg and Dan delve into the roots of our food system, starting back to the evolution of fertility.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to learn more about the hidden world beneath our feet.
In this episode, you will learn:
Connect with Greg: Website: https://www.alcanada.com/index Twitter: https://twitter.com/alcanadalabs Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ALcanadalabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alcanadalabs Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Relentless AF | 23 Sep 2022 | 01:03:54 | |
Growth isn’t always easy…..
Taking the leap from doing what you know, to doing something your passionate about can be scary
Chris Jones is the definition of entrepreneurship, he always took the leap
In the blink of an eye he left his education to pursue entrepreneurship and invent his first product
He quickly became known as the man of sporting goods after inventing a football receivers glove
He was then struck in a pivotal moment and realized he wanted to sell his company and move into coaching
That’s when Chris joined the world of EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems)
Since then Chris has written books and helped multiple businesses grow
In this episode Terry and Holden get a front seat view of the trials and tribulations of Chris’s entrepreneurial journey
In this episode, you will learn:
Connect with Chris: Website: https://www.relentlesschrisjones.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisjonesyyc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RelentlessChrisJones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relentlesschrisjones
Download chapter one of Relentless AF https://www.relentlesschrisjones.com Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
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If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| GTF Podcast: What Does a Great Ag Advisor Actually Owe the Farmer? | 30 Apr 2024 | 01:13:29 | |
Mike Palmier did not start Max Ag to sell products. He started it because he believed the advice model in ag was broken. Most input reps are paid on what they sell. Mike's argument is that the advisor who tells you not to buy something is more valuable than the one who always finds a reason to. This episode is about what that looks like in practice -- what an ag advisor owes the farmer they work with, and where most of the advice model falls short.
What's Inside - Why the input rep model creates a conflict that most producers do not realize they are navigating - What honest ag advice actually looks like and how to tell if you are getting it - The questions Mike Palmier asks on a farm before he recommends anything - How Max Ag was built around a different economic model than the standard input company - What to look for when you are evaluating whether an ag advisor is working for you or for the margin
Related Episodes - The Input Your Fertility Plan Is Probably Missing -- Craig Davidson on the gap most programs ignore - Before You Spray: 3 Things That Could Cost You Money This Season (May 2026) -- what to look at before you commit to an input decision
Connect with Growing the Future Website: growingthefuture.ca YouTube: Growing the Future Instagram: @growingthefuturepodcast LinkedIn: Growing the Future Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| The Agricultural Adventurer | 09 Sep 2022 | 01:12:41 | |
Franck Groeneweg is truly an international agricultural adventurer!
From the fields of France … … to Iowa,
… to Saskatchewan, … to Haiti, … and now to Montana,
… this man has traveled the globe to pursue his passions. Franck has supplied distributed farm equipment internationally across 32 states to Europe and back.
Franck has represented Canada internationally as an Envoy, learning about problems Canadian farmers face and tried to provoke more favourable policies from the national government.
Franck has even taught what he knows about farming to those who are less fortunate. Now in Montana he explores his interests in regenerative and nutritive agricultural techniques to fulfill his desire to live amongst the consumers of the food that he raised.
Together with his wife and kids they operate “The Living Skies Farm” where they promote advanced agricultural techniques to enhance the nutritive value of the grains they grow while also improving soil microbiology and carbon capture and moisture content.
This episode is a front seat ride that will take you around the world and back giving you an inside look at agriculture! Be ready for some laughs as well as some deep conversation between Dan and Franck.
In this episode, you will learn:
Connect with Franck: Website: https://livingskygrains.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/franckgroeneweg/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingskygrains/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LivingSkyGrains/ Email: franck@livingskygrains.com Phone: 406-521-5234 Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Farmer Coach | 26 Aug 2022 | 01:05:34 | |
A farmer is an incredibly hardworking and determined individual. A coach is a motivating source of inspiration who pushes you to your full potential no matter the pain or obstacle. Farmer Coach is an executive agriculture training program that brings primary producer entrepreneurs together into a group setting to learn and share collaboratively on topics and behavior that drive agriculture forward. Kristjan Hebert, Course Collaborator and Managing Partner of Hebert Grain Ventures is also known as one of the most progressive young farmers Along with Evan Shout, Coach, President and co founder of Maverick Ag Ltd and Chief Financial Officer at Hebert Grain Ventures. Together they have created Farmer Coach! Farmer Coach bridges the gap that exists between farming as a lifestyle and farming as a successful and thriving business. It is the first comprehensive business management program in Canada designed specifically for primary producers. If you want to create momentum on your farm, build culture and increase morale, learn shortcuts, programs, and platforms to permanently simplify your operation then look no further. This episode features Dan, Terry, Kristjan, Evan and a live audience. Grab your notebook and a pen as this episode is packed with valuable information and lessons.
In this episode, you will learn:
Register for Farmer Coach: https://farmercoach.ca/programs/ Connect with Farmer Coach: Website: https://farmercoach.ca Twitter: https://twitter.com/Farmer_Coach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/farmercoach/ Connect with Kristjan: Website: https://kristjanhebert.com/blog/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KristjanHebert Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristjanhebert/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristjan-hebert-cpa-50b46425/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCaw2ZgDB6GvUYXxfvYp3vA Connect with Evan: Twitter: https://twitter.com/evanshout?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-shout-985483209/?originalSubdomain=ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evan.shout
Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
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If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| GTF Podcast: Why Farms Don't Fail in the Field -- They Fail at the Table | 12 Aug 2022 | 01:11:56 | |
Elaine Froese has spent decades working with farm families across Canada on one problem that the business literature almost never addresses: the succession conversation that everyone knows needs to happen and almost no one starts. The fields, the equipment, the operating loan -- farms handle those. What they struggle with is the conversation about who is getting what, when, and why. Elaine calls herself Canada's Farm Whisperer. Her work is creating the conditions for that conversation before it becomes a crisis. What's Inside - Why most farm succession plans fail not at the legal or financial stage but at the communication stage - The most common conversations farm families avoid and what they cost when left too long - How to open a succession conversation when the family dynamic makes it feel impossible - What healthy farm succession actually looks like in practice -- who owns what, who decides what, who steps back - The difference between a succession plan and a family agreement, and why you need both
Related Episodes - Why Can't Your Farm Operate Without You? -- John Warrillow on building a farm that can transfer - Driving the Transition Train: The Farmland Exit (May 2026) -- what the exit conversation looks like from the outside
Connect with Elaine: Website: https://elainefroese.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/elainefroese Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/farmfamilycoach Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/farmfamilycoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainefroese/
Elaine’s FREE gift to listeners: https://elainefroese.com/farm-family-coach/
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| The Alfreds' of Canadian Ag Tech | 15 Jul 2022 | 01:12:46 | |
In a world where founders of agtech companies are the superheroes of the story…. Sean O’Conner and Kyle Scott of Emmertech are the self described “Alfreds'” of the Canadian Ag Tech world. Kyle Scott is the Managing Director at Conexus Venture Capital and Emmertech. Sean O’Conner is the head of Conexus Venture Capital who runs the VC fund on behalf of Conexus and Emmertech. This $60 million dollar fund has thrown out the Canadian playbook when it comes to venture capital. They have reinvented it and rebuilt a new investment approach to fit the world of ag tech. Dan, Sean, and Kyle discuss closing the venture capital gap between the massive investment in the US and Canada. This episode is an eye opening conversation on Canadian Ag Tech and funds. In this episode, you will learn:
Connect Sean: Twitter: https://twitter.com/seantoconnor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-o-connor-73310b46/
Connect with Kyle: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleascott/
Connect with Conexus Venture Capital and Emmertech: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Conexus_VC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/conexusventurecapital/ Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
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If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| GTF Podcast: Who Is Setting the Price You Are Getting? | 17 Jun 2022 | 00:48:18 | |
Korey Peters built Farmerizer around a straightforward observation: most farmers are operating with production systems that are sophisticated and marketing systems that are not. The gap between those two things is money left on the table. This episode covers what farm marketing actually looks like when it is done intentionally -- not just waiting for a bid and accepting the best one, but building the conditions for a better bid before it arrives.
What's Inside - Why the best operators in the field are often the worst marketers of their product - What farm marketing systems look like and how they differ from one-time tactics - How Korey Peters approaches direct marketing and relationship-based selling for farm operations - The most common mistakes farm operations make when trying to sell their product at a better price - What a farm marketing plan actually includes and where to start if you do not have one
Related Episodes - Robert Andjelic Pt 2: Scary Predictions and Rich Opportunities -- where the land market is heading and what that means for operators - Who Has the Export Data? (May 2026) -- grain markets, who sees what, and what to do with the information
Connect with Korey: Twitter: https://twitter.com/KoreyPeters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmerizer/
Connect with Growing the Future Website: growingthefuture.ca YouTube: Growing the Future Instagram: @growingthefuturepodcast LinkedIn: Growing the Future Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| The Alchemy of Air | 03 Jun 2022 | 00:55:07 | |
Take a deep breath ... Nitrogen gas makes up almost 80 percent of the atmosphere. We breathe it in and out all day long, but in this state it is useless to the plants we grow to feed the world. Above our heads is a vast vault of unusable nitrogen; under our feet, a limited amount of fixed nitrogen. Synthesis of this unusable nitrogen into fertilizer through the Haber-Bosch process has fuelled the population growth of the last 100+ years. Yet we often take for granted that the air we breath is clean. 45,000 immature deaths occur in the UK alone yearly because of Nitrous Oxide pollution. What if you could take that pollution and turn it into a product that produces higher yields…. Dr Apostolos Papadopoulos (Tolis) Inventor and Developer of Technologies at Crop Intellect has done just that with R-LEAF. Crop intellect was established in 2011 to preform, research and develop innovations that are out of the ordinary and disruptive. After they sold the Chlorophyll Increase Activator to Cargill to be commercialized globally it was time for something new! R-LEAF is a disruptive technology that is based on photocatalyst (A material which absorbs light to bring it to higher energy level and provides energy to a reacting substance to make a chemical reaction occur.) R-LEAF captures Nitrous Oxide from the atmosphere and turns it into Nitrate which is food for plants. The secret of successful farming is moving nitrogen around. Even the Queen uses R-LEAF! This episode Dan and Dr Apostolos Papadopoulos (Tolis) dive deep into science and innovations.
In this episode, you will learn:
Connect with Tolis: Website:https://cropintellect.co.uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/crop_intellect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Crop-Intellect-Ltd-196699347202607 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/apostolos-papadopoulos-02843220/ Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Facts sourced from The Alchemy of Air written by Thomas Hager Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| GTF Podcast: The Silent Killer in Ag | 20 May 2022 | 00:58:27 | |
The Silent Killer in Ag Lesley Kelly farms in Saskatchewan. She is the co-founder of Do More Agriculture Foundation, host of What the Farm podcast, and the voice behind High Heels and Canola Fields on social media. She brought her husband Terry and her son Holden into this conversation. The thing nobody talks about is the thing this episode is about.
What's Inside - What Lesley's first conversation about farm mental health publicly cost her -- and why she did it anyway - How to recognize the signs in yourself and in the people farming around you - The role parents play when a child on the farm is struggling - What self-care looks like when the farm doesn't take days off - Succession planning that accounts for mental health, not just land and equipment - The impact Lesley's dad made on the community -- and what that meant when he was gone
Related Episodes - What the Farm Asked of Andy Junkin -- succession, identity, and what farming costs a son - What Breaks First -- Jeff Bennett's Raw Truth About Farming (Apr 2026) -- five hard years, unfiltered
In this episode, you will learn:
Connect with Lesley: Website:https://highheelsandcanolafields.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/lesleyraekelly Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highheelsandcanolafields Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highheelsandcanolafields/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAv8ctmfnYIN2BTOi4I5rxg
Shop Lesley’s merch here: https://highheelsandcanolafields.com/shop/ Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with Growing the Future Website: growingthefuture.ca YouTube: Growing the Future Instagram: @growingthefuturepodcast
You are never alone help is a call away: National Crisis Centre: 1-800-784-2433 Child/Youth Crisis Line: 250-723-2040 Mental Health Line: 211 or 211.ca Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Farming Fact or Fiction with The Farm Babe | 06 May 2022 | 00:47:54 | |
In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast, Dan connects with Michelle Miller also known as The Farm Babe. Michelle is known as Forbes top farmer to follow! She has made a name for herself as a dedicated myth-buster in the food industry who has influenced corporations as powerful as Burger King. She is working hard to bring the real story of agriculture and food to the forefront of the headlines as seen in Business Insider, Vice, Forbes and many more. She is passionate about advocating for agriculture and bridging the gap between consumers and producers by sharing the science and behind the scenes of farming. She has stepped on stage among leading industry experts as one of the most well known voices in agriculture travelling over four continents. You won’t want to miss this episode, as Michelle and Dan dive deep into the myths in mainstream media and agriculture.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Connect with Michelle: Website: https://thefarmbabe.com Twitter: https://thefarmbabe.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IowaFarmBabe Instagram: https://instagram.com/thefarmbabe Youtube: https://instagram.com/thefarmbabe Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle576/ Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/thefarmbabe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefarmbabe?lang=en Shop Michelle’s merch here: https://thefarmbabe.com/shop/
Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| The Strategic Farmer | 22 Apr 2022 | 00:55:52 | |
In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast, Dan catches up with long time friend Evan Shout. Evan is the President and founder of Maverick Ag and CFO at Hebert Grain Ventures (HGV), as well as Aberhart Farms. Evan’s goal is to change the face of financial risk management in agriculture, and to leave the dirt and financial statements of the industry in a better state than the last generation. Evan has also been working on a new coaching program specifically designed for farmers. As an attendee of Strategic Coach he saw a need for coaching on farms and took action. He is now bringing his plan to life, and is excited to share his knowledge and wealth with the agriculture industry! You won’t want to miss this episode, as Evan shares about his new coaching program.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Connect with Evan: Website: https://maverickag.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/EvanShout https://twitter.com/Maverick_Ag Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-shout-985483209/
Farm Forum Event 2019: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMv88zxEqm8 Evan’s first episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17HzGD_oSEw
Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Yields Can’t Help But Go Up with John Kempf | 08 Apr 2022 | 01:06:38 | |
In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast Dan chats with the Founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture and host of Regenerative Agriculture Podcast John Kempf. Today John is known as a top expert in the field of biological and regenerative farming who is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition. John has an incredible story of starting at a young age working on his family farm using horses instead of tractors and taking a problem on the farm and turning it into a big opportunity for himself creating Advancing Eco Agriculture. You won’t want to miss this episode as Dan and John get into the nitty gritty of regenerative ag and John’s future plans for the space. This episode features John’s eloquent speech and stories which are incredible to hear first hand.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
John’s thoughts on agriculture in 2050: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeJ2IEslH4E&t=5s Regenerative Agriculture Podcast:http://regenerativeagriculturepodcast.com Advancing Eco Agriculture: https://www.advancingecoag.com
Connect with John: Website: https://johnkempf.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/realJohnKempf Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-kempf-6b59a450/ Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| GTF Podcast: The Input Your Fertility Plan Is Probably Missing | 15 Mar 2024 | 01:19:50 | |
Craig Davidson has spent his career watching fertility programs built on conventional inputs hit the same wall: consistent inputs, inconsistent results. His work with Tarus is built on one observation: what the soil biology needs is often not on the standard recommendation. This episode covers the gap most fertility plans ignore and what changes when you account for it.
What's Inside - Why two fields with identical inputs produce different results and what the biology explains - The specific input category most fertility programs underweight or exclude entirely - How Tarus products address the soil biology gap that conventional programs miss - What Craig Davidson looks for when he evaluates a fertility program that is not performing - How to identify whether your current program is missing the biological component
Related Episodes - Your Soil Type Is Costing You Yield -- Greg Patterson on the fertility variable the handbooks skip - Before You Spray: 3 Things That Could Cost You Money This Season (May 2026) -- timing, inputs, and what the field actually needs
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| The Rise of Regenerative Ag | 18 Mar 2022 | 00:48:13 | |
In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast Dan chats with Scott Gillespie, Regenerative Ag Consultant and host of Plants Dig Soil podcast. With his 15 years experience in dryland and irrigated specialty crop agriculture he has created a Cover Crop course that contains 37 lessons. By the end of this course you will have plan for when, and when not, to implement cover crops on your farm - For the first 10 listeners Scott is offering an exclusive deal on his course! You won’t want to miss this episode as Dan and Scott dive deep into regenerative ag and cover crops!
In this episode, you’ll learn:
*Exclusive Deal* Use Code: Future for $20.00 off! (First ten listens) Take the Cover Crop Course here: https://plantsdigsoil.thinkific.com/courses/cover-crops-prairies?coupon=future Plants Dig Soil podcast: https://www.plantsdigsoil.com/podcast Connect with Scott: Website: https://www.plantsdigsoil.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/scottcgillespie Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottcgillespie/
Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Get Your Sh!t Together | 25 Feb 2022 | 00:58:24 | |
In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast Dan connects with Lacey Owens, the author of Get Up and Get Your Sh!t Together: A Guided Morning Journal. Lacey is a Professional Speaker, Personal Development Coach, Writer and Global Ag Risk Solutions Advisor helping producers with one-on-one risk management. She is truly passionate about helping people get their sh!t together to live life to the fullest. Her vision is to Learn, Speak, Write, Teach, and Coach in a way that truly empowers people to be the best version of themselves. You won’t want to miss this episode as Dan and Lacey get deep about personal development! In this episode, you’ll learn:
Buy Lacey’s Journal Here: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09P278358
Connect with Lacey: Website: https://twitter.com/LaceyRhea Twitter: https://twitter.com/LaceyRhea Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacey-owens-922b2aa8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laceyrheaowens/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5S-n1rsORdebYo2LT4bZRQ
Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| Business Teacher to Tech Startups | 11 Feb 2022 | 00:55:35 | |
In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast, class is in session. Dan learns from former business teacher turned tech startup Jordan McFarlen. Jordan is the Tech Incubator at Cultivator powered by Conexus and Co founder of Big Idea Camp. He has a passion for helping entrepreneurs of all ages and stages and believes creating community is the most rewarding thing you can do. Right now you can find him accelerating Canadas top early stage ag-tech companies some of which have previously been on the show! Since launching in 2019, Cultivator has supported over 50 companies that has raised over $30 million in private capital and public funding. Learn how Jordan and the team at cultivator bridge the gap on launching and scaling startups Jordans story of teaching to ag-tech is truly inspiring and you won’t want to miss it
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Connect with Jordan: Twitter: https://twitter.com/mcfarljo Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-mcfarlen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcfarljo/ Find Cultivator at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultivatorsk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/cultivatorsk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cultivatorsk Website: https://www.cultivator.ca Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||
| The Future of Seeding Technology with Colin Rush | 28 Jan 2022 | 00:54:37 | |
In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast, Dan catches up with longtime friend Colin Rush of Clean Seed Capital. Colin is the COO of Clean Seed Capital and has 20 years experience in the agricultural equipment industry. He has held senior positions with John Deere, Case IH and JCB Canada. Clean Seed is a public company on the TSX.V, symbol CSX. For the last decade they have been working on commercializing a new concept in seeding. Now it’s coming to market and it’s an exciting time for the company, and for farmers. There is an incredible story behind this product that you are not going to want to miss. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Learn more about Clean Seed and Colin here: https://www.cleanseedcapital.com Aberhart Family of Companies: https://aberhartagsolutions.ca https://www.convergencegrowth.com If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca. | |||