EPISODE · Apr 19, 2025 · 1H 36M
The Power to Produce w/Ryan Husband
from Growing the Future · host Dan Aberhart
Engineering Leadership & Innovation in Agriculture with Ryan HusbandGrowing the Future Podcast S7E6 In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Husband, the mayor of Outlook, Saskatchewan, and the executive director of Irrigation Saskatchewan. Raised on a family farm, Ryan's journey to becoming a local leader, water management engineer, and co-owner of Husbandry Farms is full of grit and perseverance. From fighting fires to managing an orchard, Ryan's story is one of innovation and dedication to improving the agricultural industry. Join us as we discuss the complexities and rewards of irrigation, leadership in small-town Saskatchewan, and the future of farming. For more info on irrigation in Sk check out https://irrigationsask.comDon't forget to check out our family of companies and stay tuned for exciting updates. Sign up for our newsletter and be part of our journey towards a more sustainable and innovative agricultural future. You won't want to miss this one! 00:00 Welcome to Growing the Future Podcast 01:03 Introducing Today's Esteemed Guest 02:23 Ryan Husband's Background and Journey 06:06 Engineering and Agricultural Career 08:22 Challenges and Opportunities in Irrigation 13:01 Community Involvement and Leadership 17:45 Outlook's Infrastructure and Future Plans 20:34 The Importance of Irrigation in Saskatchewan 26:03 Comparing Irrigation in Saskatchewan and Alberta 32:48 Outlook's Growth and Development 48:27 Exploring the Concept of Irrigation 48:39 The Vision of John Diefenbaker 50:06 Current State of Irrigation in Saskatchewan 51:37 Challenges and Solutions in Irrigation 52:42 Gravity's Role in Irrigation 55:03 Efficiency Improvements in Irrigation 01:01:17 Getting Started with Irrigation 01:21:52 Economic and Community Impact of Irrigation 01:24:23 Leadership and Personal Growth 01:30:36 Future of Irrigation and Final Thoughts Register for the Convergence Conference at convergence.ag and stay updated by subscribing to the Growing the Future Podcast at growingthefuturepodcast.ca.
What this episode covers
Meet Ryan Husband—mayor of Outlook, Saskatchewan, executive director of Irrigation Saskatchewan, and lifelong farmer. From firefighting to orchard management, Ryan’s journey is packed with grit, leadership, and ag innovation. In this episode, we chat about the future of irrigation, rural infrastructure, and the role of engineering in shaping prairie agriculture. If you're passionate about farming and small-town leadership, this one’s for you.
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