Best IBC Global Podcasts (2025)

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RRC Podcast Ep. 20 - A 2025 Prairie Weather Review 26:00

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From devastating drought to a destructive storm that tore across the Prairies, 2025 was a year that tested Canada’s farmers and rural communities. In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada podcast, powered by Alberta Canola, hosts Tim Parent and Craig Lester sit down with Rural Roots Canada meteorologist David Spence to unpack the biggest weather s…

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Destructive Summer Storm Caused Almost a Quarter of a Billion Dollars in Insured Damage: IBC 1:30

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A destructive summer storm that blew through three provinces caused almost a quarter of a billion dollars in insured damage, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada .The August storm brought large hail, strong winds, and torrential rain, and included confirmed tornadoes in both Alberta and Saskatchewan. In all, it's estimated that the storm res…

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Strong Yields, Trade Pressures Define 2025 for Canola Growers 1:31

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Canola growers saw strong yields in 2025, but the year was overshadowed by the trade uncertainty and the financial impact of Chinese tariffs, according to Andre Harpe, Chair of the Canadian Canola Growers Association.By RRC soundbites

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Prairie Weather this Week - Lethbridge - Monday, Dec 15 1:29

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Prairie Weather reports from RRC Meteorologist David Spence.By RRC soundbites

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Prairie Weather this Week - Olds - Monday, Dec 15 1:29

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Prairie Weather reports from RRC Meteorologist David Spence.By RRC soundbites

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Prairie Weather this Week - Lloydminster - Monday, Dec 15 1:30

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Prairie Weather reports from RRC Meteorologist David Spence.By RRC soundbites

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Prairie Weather this Week - BC Peace - Monday, Dec 15 1:30

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Prairie Weather reports from RRC Meteorologist David Spence.By RRC soundbites

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Prairie Weather this Week - Vegreville and Bonnyville - Monday, Dec 15 1:29

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Prairie Weather reports from RRC Meteorologist David Spence.By RRC soundbites

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Building Teams & Transforming Media Tech - Jon Wilson, Grass Valley CEO - Ep 41 45:10

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RRC Podcast Ep. 19 - Compassion, Community, and a Canola Industry Update 19:12

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In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada podcast, powered by Alberta Canola, hosts Tim Parent and Craig Lester celebrate the season with a look at how Alberta Milk is helping make the holidays a little brighter by partnering with the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation to give back in a big way.Then, Tim and Craig shift gears to the field, catc…

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Canada’s Agri-Food Sector Eyes New Markets Amid Uncertainty with U.S. 1:31

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Canada’s agriculture and agri-food industry is rethinking its reliance on the U.S. as political uncertainty south of the border continues to raise concerns for producers and industry leaders.A new report from the Angus Reid Institute and the Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute (CAPI) finds that four out of five agriculture professionals are pessimi…

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AWC East 2025: In Business and Agriculture, Every Entrepreneur Needs Grit 1:31

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At the Advancing Women in Agriculture East Conference, business leader and speaker Anne Miner shared insights on a trait she believes every entrepreneur needs. “Every entrepreneur has to have grit,” Miner stresses.Miner says it was American academic and psychologist Angela Duckworth who defined grit as passion and perseverance in pursuit of long-te…

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Canadian Families to Spend Nearly $1,000 More on Food in 2026 1:29

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Canadian families can expect to spend nearly $1,000 more on food in 2026, according to the annual Canada Food Price Report.The annual forecast predicts that food prices will rise by 4% to 6% nationwide, pushing the average family of four's grocery bill to $17,571.79, an increase of up to $994,63 from 2025.Prices are now 27% higher than five years a…

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VEGREVILLE & BONNYVILLE - Monday, Dec. 8 - Farm Weather 1:28

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Snow and more snow. An active weather pattern this week brings significant snow to the partially buried prairiesBy RRC soundbites

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OLDS - Monday, Dec. 8 - Farm Weather 1:29

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Snow and more snow. An active weather pattern this week brings significant snow to the partially buried prairiesBy RRC soundbites

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BC PEACE - Monday, Dec. 8 - Farm Weather 1:31

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Snow and more snow. An active weather pattern this week brings significant snow to the partially buried prairiesBy RRC soundbites

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LLOYDMINSTER - Monday, Dec. 8 - Farm Weather 1:31

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Snow and more snow. An active weather pattern this week brings significant snow to the partially buried prairiesBy RRC soundbites

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LETHBRIDGE - Monday, Dec. 8 - Farm Weather 1:31

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Snow and more snow. An active weather pattern this week brings significant snow to the partially buried prairiesBy RRC soundbites

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Alberta’s Dairy Farmers Rally to Help the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation 1:31

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Alberta's dairy farmers are turning generosity into action, with Alberta Milk partnering with the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation to support kids and families across the province.Their holiday campaign, which runs until the end of December, is part of Alberta Milk's annual partnership with the foundation. Funds raised will help ensure childr…

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RRC Podcast Ep. 18 - John Barlow, Grow Canada, and the RRC Road Ahead 6:59

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As the ag sector sprints toward the end of 2025, there’s no shortage of energy, innovation, and conversation shaping the year ahead. In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada podcast—powered by Alberta Canola—host Tim Parent and RRC’s Craig Lester recap some of the highlights from Grow Canada in Calgary, where industry leaders gathered to discuss C…

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Second Harvest Sets Sights on Alberta Potatoes to Help Feed Families in Need 1:29

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Canada's largest food rescue organization is turning farm surplus into food for families in need and is looking to build relationships with Alberta potato growers.Second Harvest, a national nonprofit focused on reducing food waste, works directly with farmers, manufacturers, and processors to redirect perfectly edible food that might otherwise be t…

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RRC Podcast Ep. 17 - From Scotland to Zimbabwe to Alberta: Nuffield Scholar Claire Taylor Shares Agricultural Journey 28:32

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In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada Podcast, Craig Lester sits down with fellow 2023 Nuffield Scholar Claire Taylor, a Scottish agricultural journalist now based in Australia. Fresh off a global Nuffield journey that took her to 16 countries, Claire shares her insights on agricultural policy, food security, curiosity-driven learning, and why …

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Alberta's Perry Family Farms Named PepsiCo’s Global Farmer Award Winner 1:33

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Alberta's Perry Family Farm has been named the 2025 Farmer of the Year award at PepsiCo's first-ever Global Farmer Awards. The Perry Family Farm was recognized for its leadership in regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, and sustainable food production.By RRC soundbites

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Veg Bonny - Monday, Dec. 1 - Farm Weather 1:31

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The first week of December will bring everything from snow to chinooks on the prairies, and cold weather for Saskatchewan and Manitoba.By RRC soundbites

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Lethbridge - Monday, Dec. 1 - Farm Weather 1:30

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The first week of December will bring everything from snow to chinooks on the prairies, and cold weather for Saskatchewan and Manitoba.By RRC soundbites

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Lloyd - Monday, Dec. 1 - Farm Weather 1:32

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The first week of December will bring everything from snow to chinooks on the prairies, and cold weather for Saskatchewan and Manitoba.By RRC soundbites

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BC Peace - Monday, Dec. 1 - Farm Weather 1:30

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The first week of December will bring everything from snow to chinooks on the prairies, and cold weather for Saskatchewan and Manitoba.By RRC soundbites

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Olds - Monday, Dec. 1 - Farm Weather 1:30

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The first week of December will bring everything from snow to chinooks on the prairies, and cold weather for Saskatchewan and Manitoba.By RRC soundbites

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AgSafe Alberta Urges Farmers to Secure Loads 1:30

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It's common to see a lot hay, grain, cattle and farm equipment amongst other things being transported at this time of year.Taking the time to properly secure loads such as bales, grain or farm equipment is critical to ensure the safety of everyone on the road.AgSafe Executive Director Jody Wacowich says the consequences could be bad if the loads ar…

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4-H Holds 93rd Members Forum in Calgary 1:31

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Seventy 4-H members from across Canada are heading to Calgary for five days packed with career workshops, mentorship circles and practical life skills training. The 93rd annual 4-H Canada Members Forum will run from Nov. 29 to Dec. 4. It brings together youth aged 15 to 21 from all provinces for programming focused on preparing them for life beyond…

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RRC Podcast Ep. 16 - On Location at AWC East in Niagara Falls 14:19

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On this special edition of the RRC podcast, Craig Lester joins Tim Parent from the Advancing Women in Agriculture East conference in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The conference empowers and promotes the importance of women in Canada's agriculture sector. Craig has a conversation with Lauren Van Ewyk, CEO of the National Farmer Mental Health Alliance, ab…

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Temperatures Set to Drop for Southern Prairie Provinces 1:29

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Only a few days until the weather changes, bringing colder weather, and much needed snow to the southern prairie provinces. Until then, it remains seasonably warm and dry.By RRC soundbites

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RRC Podcast Ep. 15 - Talking Spuds at the Potato Growers of Alberta Conference 17:30

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On this episode of the Rural Roots Canada podcast, brought to you by Alberta Canola, Craig Lester and Tim Parent are talking potatoes. Boil ‘em, mash ‘em, put ‘em in a stew, the versatile potato was in the spotlight at the annual Potato Growers of Alberta conference. Potatoes had a spud-tacular growing season according to Chair Allison Davie who jo…

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Farmers Urged to Practice Safety Around Grain Bins 1:29

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With the crop nicely tucked away in the bin, it's the time of year when checks become regular.AgSafe Alberta's Jody Wacowich says staying on top of safety while climbing on the bin is important.By RRC soundbites

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FarmFair International a Family Affair 1:30

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FarmFair International is an event which brings together livestock producers from around the world.For some, the livestock competitions have been a family tradition for decades.Jackie Payne from Greenwood Cattle, located near Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, says the family has been attending since 1978.By RRC soundbites

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RRC Podcast Ep. 14 - From Farmfair to Farm Safety 13:29

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In the latest RRC podcast, harvest has wrapped up, but ag conference season is just getting started. Hosts Tim Parent and Craig Lester chat about Craig’s upcoming trip to Niagara Falls, Ontario, for the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference, plus his recent stop at Farmfair International in Edmonton. We also hear from Jackie Payne of Greenwood …

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Calgary Based Company Developing New Drone Crop Mapping Tech 1:33

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A new tool to help farmers, agronomists and crop stakeholders map their crops with greater precision is close to becoming a reality.SwarmBox, an invention of Alberta company Threshold UAV, uses multiple sub-250-gram micro drones to map fields, for things like pests, diseases, soil health, among others.Mac Hunic is the founder of the company, he say…

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Lloyd - Monday, Nov. 10 - Farm Weather 1:30

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RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares his insight on this week's farm weather report.By RRC soundbites

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BC Peace - Monday. Nov. 10 - Farm Weather 1:29

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RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares his insight on this week's farm weather report.By RRC soundbites

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Lethbridge - Monday, Nov. 10 - Farm Weather 1:29

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RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares his insight on this week's farm weather report.By RRC soundbites

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Vegreville & BonnyVille -Monday, Nov. 10 - Farm Weather 1:31

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RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares his insight on this week's farm weather report.By RRC soundbites

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Olds - Monday, Nov. 10 - Farm Weather 1:29

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RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares his insight on this week's farm weather report.By RRC soundbites

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RRC Podcast Ep. 13 - On Location at Agri-Trade 12:39

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On this special edition of the RRC podcast, Craig Lester joins Tim Parent from the Agri-Trade Equipment Expo in Red Deer, Alberta. The Expo, now in its 41st year, has been off to a great start and show manager Krissy Fiddler breaks down the successes from the show floor (3:02). Agri-Trade is also the host of the Ag Innovations Competition, showcasi…

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2025 Edition of Agri-Trade off to Strong Start 1:25

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One of Canada's largest ag equipment shows is underway in Red Deer.Agri-Trade, which brings together approximately 32,000 farmers, ag industry reps and stakeholders over the three days, is off to a great start. Show Manager Krissy Fiddler says they are pleased with how the first day went.By RRC soundbites

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BC Agriculture Council Launches New Farmer Forum 1:31

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The BC Agriculture Council (BCAC) is launching a new event designed to bring together farmers, government officials and industry stakeholders to discuss the future of agriculture in the province.The inaugural BC Agriculture Forum will replace several existing events that the council has hosted in recent years. These include the BC Young Farmers Far…

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Avian Flu Confirmed in Small Poultry Flock in Bonnyville, Alberta 1:25

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A highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza has been detected in a small domestic poultry flock in the Municipal District (MD) of Bonnyville, in northeastern Alberta. The MD confirmed the detection this week, describing it as a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strain capable of causing severe illness and high mortality among birds. The ri…

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Farmgate Milk Prices Set to Rise in 2026 1:30

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The Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) says farmgate milk prices - what farmers are paid for their milk - will rise by 2.3% starting February 1, 2026.While Canada's inflation rate stayed within target through 2024, producers continue to face higher costs, particularly for animal feed and labour. The CDC says the adjustment reflects a balance between k…

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RRC Podcast Ep. 12 - A Brief Conversation About the Weather 16:50

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In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada Podcast, hosts Tim Parent and Craig Lester have a conversation with RRC meteorologist David Spence about all things weather-related. The discussion kicks off about the drought experienced by Alberta this past growing season, and a review of the crop hail report for the summer (5:50). David explains what rol…

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Crossroads Crop Conference Will Encourage Farmers to Grow Boldly 1:30

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Alberta Farmers will gather in Edmonton this January for the Crossroads Crop Conference.This year's theme is "Grow Boldly." It's about encouraging farmers to think bigger and embrace change in an ever-evolving industry.By RRC soundbites

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Alberta Government Modernizes Water Act 1:29

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For the first time since 1999, the Alberta Government is updating the water act - allowing for more flexibility for license holders.Agriculture and Irrigation Minister RJ Sigurdson says The Bill 7 Water Amendment Act is vital to the irrigation districts, farmers, ranchers and the agri-food processors so they can feed the world.…