This podcast walks through different ways that you can make the most of your food budget in times of inflationary pressures.  Shannon Crocker provides helpful hints that will allow you to be a sharper shopper, while also providing the nutrition you need for your family.

Host: Clinton Monchuk
Clinton Monchuk grew up on a mixed dairy, beef and grain family farm outside of Lanigan, Saskatchewan. He received his Bachelors of Science in Agriculture majoring in Agricultural Economics from the University of Saskatchewan and Masters of Business Administration in Agriculture from the University of Guelph. Clinton has enjoyed numerous roles across Canada, the United States and Mexico as a researcher, educator, manager, economist and director of trade policy.

In 2016 Clinton accepted the role of Executive Director with Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan to promote farming and ranching to consumers. Clinton understands the value of increasing public trust in agriculture and actively promotes engagement between the agriculture industry and consumers.

Clinton, Laura and their children Jackson and Katelyn, continue to be active partners on their family grain and layer farm in Saskatchewan and cattle ranch in Oklahoma.

Guest: Shannon Crocker MSC RD PHEc 

Shannon Crocker is a food-loving registered dietitian and professional home economist with over 25 years of experience in nutrition communications.  

As a skilled nutrition writer, enthusiastic media spokesperson and engaging presenter and facilitator she spends most of her days writing and talking about food and nutrition.  

Shannon is sought after as an evidence-based strategist and content creator for farming and food industry clients and is the author of nutrition resources and dietitian training programs that are used across the country.  

The kitchen is her happy place: she’s passionate about nutrition and food and how it has the potential to enhance life and connect you with others while fueling your body and mind.

Resources:
Article: Eat Well and Save Money Too!
Article: How To Cook Once and Eat Twice
Article: Ways to Shop Cook and Eat Healthy
Stats Canada-Consumer Price Index

Episode Credits: Research and writing by Dorothy Long and Penny Eaton, Produced and edited by Angela Larson, Music by Andy Ellison-Track title: Gravel Road 

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