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Rural Roots Canada

RRC strives to tell unique stories from the agriculture community that show the true roots of the industry. It will also show off new products and ideas from the ever evolving industry.

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Take a Moment to Slow it Down - AgSafe Alberta...

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2025/08/19

RRC talks with AgSafe Alberta's Jody Wacowich about safety during harvest season.

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Northeast BC - Northwest Alberta Weather Forecast -...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/19

RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for Northeast B.C. - Northwest Alberta for the week of August 18th.

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Central Alberta Weather Forecast - Week of August 18

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/19

RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for Central Alberta for the week of August 18th.

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1:31

Northeast Alberta Weather Forecast

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/19

RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for Northeast Alberta for the week of August 18th.

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1:31

Southern Alberta Farm Weather Report - August 18

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/19

RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for Southern Alberta for the week of August 18th.

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Lloydminster Area Weather Forecast - Week of August 18

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/19

RRC Meteorologist David Spence shares the weather forecast for northeast Alberta and northwest Saskatchewan for the week of August 18th.

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23:44

RRC Podcast Ep. 6 - Aug. 18 - 2025 Alberta Growing...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/18

What happens when you put an agronomist and a meteorologist in the same conversation? That's what we find out in this podcast as Beyond Agronomy's Steve Larocque joins Meteorologist David Spence and Craig Lester for a chat about the 2025 growing season in Alberta. They chat about the 'feast or famine' precipitation situation that different regions of the province have experienced during the growing season. They conclude the podcast looking ahead to harvest, which may be pushed back for many

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1:30

Canada's Canola Sector Calls For Diversification Amid...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/13

Canadian canola farmers are bracing for fresh economic pressure after China announced new duties on Canadian canola, a move industry leaders say underscores the need for more diversification, both at home and abroad. On Tuesday, China announced a preliminary anti-dumping duty of almost 76% on Canadian canola imports as part of an ongoing trade dispute following Canada's decision to impose tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles. Back in March, China also imposed a 100% levy on Canadian canola

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1:32

Chatsworth Farm Gears Up for Alberta Open Farm Days

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/12

Vermilion’s Chatsworth Farm is preparing to welcome visitors for Alberta Open Farm Days on August 16, offering a full lineup of tours, demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. Alberta Open Farm Days, now in its twelfth year, is a chance for producers, agri-food operators and many others province-wide to open their doors and welcome the public in to show what they do day in and day out. Charlotte Wasylik from Chatsworth Farm is one of the many farmers who are excited to take part in this

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1:34

Farming Smarter Opens Its Doors for Alberta Open Farm...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/12

For nearly a decade, Farming Smarter has been one of southern Alberta’s strongest ambassadors of Alberta Open Farm Days, the province-wide initiative that brings the farm to consumers to help them understand the origins of their food. Held every August, Alberta Open Farm Days is a chance for producers, ag organizations, and food processors to give the public a behind-the-scenes tour to learn, ask questions, and get a hands-on feel for the realities of modern agriculture. Farms, agriculture

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RRC Podcast Ep. 5 - Aug. 11 - Cudlobe Cattle Field Day

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/11

On this week's podcast, Rural Roots Canada travels to Stavely, Alberta, to take in the Cudlobe Cattle Field Day, hosted by Cudlobe Angus and Cudlobe Angus West. From community to cattle science to cow patties, we round up the sights, sounds, and stories from the pasture.

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1:32

Prioritize Mental Health During Harvest: Do More Ag

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/08

As we head into harvest season, the Do More Ag Foundation, which champions the mental well-being of people in Canadian agriculture, is reminding farmers to make sure they keep their mental health top of mind when bringing in the crop.

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1:30

Direct to Consumers Beef Producers Call For...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/07

Amid ongoing discussions on bringing down provincial trade barriers, some direct-to-market cattle producers are calling for changes to slaughter regulations. Barry Doerksen, co-owner of Gemstone Grass-Fed Beef in Gem, Alberta, says they can only sell within the province unless they switch from provincially to federally inspected facilities.

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Alberta Marks 75 Years of Being Rat-Free

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/07

Alberta is marking a milestone that few jurisdictions on the planet can claim: 75 consecutive years without a breeding population of rats. Alberta's Rat Control Program launched in 1950 after the province first declared the Norway rat a pest when the rodents crossed the Saskatchewan border. The program was a way to keep the rats from spreading disease and damaging infrastructure and agriculture. Armed with new legislation, a dedicated "Rat Control Zone" stretching 600 kilometres along Alberta's

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1:31

Ground Squirrel Population Boom Has Alberta Calling...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/06

The Alberta government is calling for the reversal of a federal ban on strychnine as the Richardson's ground squirrel population booms. In an open letter posted on X, RJ Sigurdson, Alberta's Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, says farmers and ranchers are in crisis as the rodent, also called gophers, tears up crops, jeopardizes animal health, and destroys native grasslands.

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RRC Podcast Ep. 4 - Aug 4 - Alberta Minister of...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/08/04

This week on the podcast, Alberta’s Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, RJ Sigurdson, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on some of the province’s most pressing ag issues. From celebrating 75 years of being rat-free to the ongoing fight against Richardson Ground Squirrels and the call to bring back strychnine, Sigurdson shares his thoughts on pest management. He chats about pressing the federal government to make agriculture more of a priority. We also examine several counties and

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RRC Podcast Ep. 3 - July 28 - Canada's Food System, A...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/07/28

In this week's chat, Tim and Craig delve into Canada's Food System a new national, sector wide initiative led by Canadian Centre for Food Integrity (CCFI), which aims at elevating the conversation about what goes into producing food in our country. Executive Director Lisa Bishop-Spencer provides insight into the initiative. We journey out to Brooks, Alberta to see the evolution of the Crop Diversification Centre - South, which is now being headed up by the County of Newell. The County sees the

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Canada's Food System Aims to Show the Real Story...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/07/27

Canada's Food System believes it's time to rethink what it really takes to get food on our plates, and recognize the people and the work that goes into every bite. That's the goal of a new national campaign, positioning our food system as a critical part of our country's identity, economy, and future.

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Canola Farmers Press Prime Minister Mark Carney on...

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/07/14

Amidst the pancake breakfasts and rodeo fun at the Calgary Stampede, canola farmers were looking for updates on tariffs with China. Andre Harpe, Chair of Alberta Canola and the Canadian Canola Growers Association, met with Prime Minister Mark Carney face-to-face, and trade with China was top of mind. "It was a great opportunity to have," says Harpe. "It's not every day you get the chance to chat with the prime minister. All we did was share our concerns about what's going on right now with China

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1:30

BMO Farm Family Awards

Rural Roots Canada ·

2025/07/13

Farm families across southern Alberta have been recognized for their hard work and dedication to the agricultural community at this year's Calgary Stampede. The 2025 BMO Farm Family Awards honour farm families who exemplify the values of the family farm and the spirit of rural life. This year, 19 families were recognized for their leadership in agriculture, community roots, and commitment to preserving and promoting Western heritage.

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