FCC Knowledge: Talking Farm and Food

Agritourism is more than a side business. It's a way for farmers to market their operation, share their story, and connect consumers to where their food comes from. While agritourism might not be on your radar, successful farm businesses are using it as part of their marketing strategy. In this episode, we'll discuss why your farm story is also your marketing advantage.   Listen to more from the FCC Knowledge Podcast.

Ag tech is creating new opportunities on the farm, from biological innovations to practical tools that can support productivity, profitability and long-term growth. In this episode, hear from three AgTech experts on the latest developments, along with one farmer's approach to evaluating and adopting technologies. Listen to more from the FCC Knowledge Podcast.

Saskatchewan farmer Nicole Rathgeber, her husband and three children have all been diagnosed with ADHD. In this episode, we learn how reframing neurodivergent traits has affected her farming life, business management and family dynamics.  Listen to more from the FCC Knowledge Podcast. Episode Resources Neurodiversity in ag Mental health resources for Canadian agriculture How to ensure dependents with disabilities are taken care of in a farm transition Farm Transition – Will and Estate Pre-Planning Tool™   

When Dalles Bergsma died by suicide, his mother, Diane, and her family knew something had to come from the ashes of tragedy. In this episode, Diane shares how through The Three Oaks Respite Cabin, the Bergmas are honouring Dalles's legacy, while supporting farmers and first responders in their community. Listen to more from the FCC Knowledge Podcast.

Meet Amy VanderHeide and hear her inspiring journey in agriculture, from growing up on a farm run by women to leading the Maritime Ag Women's Network and advocating for mental health and community building.   Listen to more from the FCC Knowledge Podcast.