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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2025 · 1H 6M

The Fog of Farming

from Growing the Future · host Dan Aberhart

In this digital interactive event hosted by Dan Aberhart brought to you by Growing the Future Productions and Global Ag Risk Solutions, farming experts dive deep into the challenges Western Canadian farmers face amidst market volatility and climate unpredictability. The webinar features key speakers including Dave Sullivan from Global Ag Risk, Dean Klippenstein and Tyson Kenneth from MNP, and Carl DeConnick Smith, who is known for his contrarian yet effective farming strategies. The discussion covers crucial topics such as effective risk management, insurance options, agri-stability, forward pricing strategies, and the importance of having a well-thought-out plan. With live questions from an engaged audience, there are lots of actionable insights to fellow farmers striving for resilience and success. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:46 Engaging the Audience 01:15 Panelist Introductions 03:15 Technical Difficulties and Chat Interaction05:48 Starting the Discussion: State of the Union 06:14 Insurance Options and Strategies 17:39 Q&A Session 19:06 New Farmer Challenges and Solutions 28:46 Halfway Mark: Transition to Farmer's Perspective 33:06 Forward Pricing and Crop Insurance 34:37 Real-Life Examples and Benefits 35:29 Multi-Layer Tools and Strategies 36:31 Insurance in Action: Case Studies 39:58 Understanding AgriStability and GARS 42:24 Scenario Analysis and Decision Making 52:21 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca.

Are you feeling lost in the Fog of Farming? 📍 Fertilizer prices are through the roof. 📍 Commodity prices keep falling. 📍 Unpredictable weather makes every decision feel like a gamble. It’s easy to feel like the enemy is all around you—but you don’t have to go it alone. Join us for a podcast that brings together the best minds in agriculture to help you: ✅ Cut through uncertainty and gain clarity. ✅ Leverage the right tools to protect your margins. ✅ Make the best decisions for your farm in 2025. 🎯 Featured Experts: David Sullivan from Global Ag Risk Solutions: Insights into whole-farm insurance strategies. Carl deConinck Smith: A seasoned grain farmer who's mastered precision agriculture on his 10,000-acre farm. Dean Klippenstine from MNP: Expert advice on keeping your ag business profitable. Looking forward to the clarity that will come from this conversation.

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