RRC Podcast - S2E11 - Nortera closes its doors in Lethbridge & the agronomy student valedictorian

In this episode of the Rural Roots Canada podcast, brought to you by Kubota Canada, hosts Tim Parent and Craig Lester focus on two stories shaping the future of agriculture, one about what we're losing and one about where we're gaining. First, a developing story with real impact across southern Alberta: the closure of the Nortera plant in Lethbridge, which has sent shockwaves through the ag and food processing sectors. We'll hear from the Alberta Food Processors Association on what this means for jobs, farmers, and food production in the province. Then, Craig speaks to Paul Skretting (, an agronomy student at Lethbridge Polytechnic who has been named valedictorian for the Spring 2026 Convocation class. The two discuss being awarded the honour and how his agronomy studies have helped prepare him for a future in ag. From the uncertainty of now to the promise of a bright future - all on this week's RRC podcast. For more on Kubota Canada's Haymaking Tools go to:https://www.kubota.ca/products/hay-tools