Rural Roots Canada
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An Agricultural Media and Communications business.
RRC strives to tell unique stories from the agriculture community that show the true roots of the industry. It will also show off new products and ideas from the ever evolving industry.
RRC strives to tell unique stories from the agriculture community that show the true roots of the industry. It will also show off new products and ideas from the ever evolving industry.
Winter weather is here. Snow now, colder later. A disruptive week ahead…
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Prairie Weather This Week – November 24 |
Two snow events! Winter weather finally arrives on the prairies this week with snow and colder weather. Snow begins Monday, a second storm later in the week.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Winter weather is here. Snow now, colder later. A disruptive week ahead…
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On the latest Rural Roots Canada podcast, Craig Lester & Tim Parent dig into a great growing season at the Potato Growers of Alberta conference.
This RRC podcast is powered by Alberta Canola. Learn more about their upcoming Grower Engagement Meetings here:
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This RRC podcast is powered by Alberta Canola. Learn more about their upcoming Grower Engagement Meetings here:
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RRC Podcast Ep. 15 – Talking Spuds at the Potato Growers of Alberta Conference | Rural Roots Canada
On the latest RRC podcast, Craig Lester & Tim Parent dig into a spud-tacular season at the Potato Growers of Alberta conference.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:38 PM
On the latest Rural Roots Canada podcast, Craig Lester & Tim Parent dig into a great growing season at the Potato Growers of Alberta conference.
This RRC podcast is powered by Alberta Canola. Learn more about their upcoming Grower Engagement Meetings here:
www.ruralrootscanada.com/rrc-podcast-...
This RRC podcast is powered by Alberta Canola. Learn more about their upcoming Grower Engagement Meetings here:
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Only a few days until the weather changes, bringing colder weather, and much needed snow to the southern prairie provinces. Until then, it remains seasonably warm and dry.
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Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Nov 20 |
The stretch of dry weather will continue into the weekend, ahead of a big change that will bring snow and colder weather next week.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Only a few days until the weather changes, bringing colder weather, and much needed snow to the southern prairie provinces. Until then, it remains seasonably warm and dry.
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FarmFair International is more than a livestock showcase for many producers; it’s a family gathering that spans generations.
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FarmFair International a Family Affair
FarmFair International is more than a livestock showcase for many producers; it’s a family gathering that spans generations.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:09 AM
FarmFair International is more than a livestock showcase for many producers; it’s a family gathering that spans generations.
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Cold, Snow - A major weather change could happen at the end of the month. Until then, the dry weather pattern continues across the prairies for this week.
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Prairie Weather This Week – Nov 17 |
Winter weather may finally arrive at the end of the month, perhaps providing drought relief. This week, though, will continue to be warm and dry.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:08 AM
Cold, Snow - A major weather change could happen at the end of the month. Until then, the dry weather pattern continues across the prairies for this week.
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A new tool designed to help farmers, agronomists, and crop advisors map fields with greater precision is nearing commercial readiness, and it’s already attracting major attention.
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Calgary Based Company Developing New Drone Crop Mapping Tech
A new tool designed to help users map crops with greater precision is nearing commercial readiness, and it’s already attracting major attention.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:07 AM
A new tool designed to help farmers, agronomists, and crop advisors map fields with greater precision is nearing commercial readiness, and it’s already attracting major attention.
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With the crop safely tucked away in grain bins, this is the time of year when regular checks begin. AgSafe Alberta says staying alert must be top of mind, especially when climbing the bin.
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Farmers Urged to Practice Safety Around Grain Bins
AgSafe Alberta’s Jody Wacowich says staying alert to safety, especially when climbing on grain bins, needs to be top of mind.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:06 AM
With the crop safely tucked away in grain bins, this is the time of year when regular checks begin. AgSafe Alberta says staying alert must be top of mind, especially when climbing the bin.
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Cold, Snow - A major weather change could happen at the end of the month. Until then, the dry weather pattern continues across the prairies for this week.
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Prairie Weather This Week – Nov 17 |
Winter weather may finally arrive at the end of the month, perhaps providing drought relief. This week, though, will continue to be warm and dry.
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November 17, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Cold, Snow - A major weather change could happen at the end of the month. Until then, the dry weather pattern continues across the prairies for this week.
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In last week’s podcast we talked about the economic impact of AgriTrade on the Red Deer region. Show Manager Krissy Fiddler shares a little bit about the difference it makes. #cdnag #weetcdnag #agriculture #AT25
November 16, 2025 at 3:25 AM
In last week’s podcast we talked about the economic impact of AgriTrade on the Red Deer region. Show Manager Krissy Fiddler shares a little bit about the difference it makes. #cdnag #weetcdnag #agriculture #AT25
Greenwood Cattle’s Jackie Payne shares the long history her family has with Farm Fair International. The cattle operation based near Lloydminster, Saskatchewan started coming to the livestock show since 1978. #farmfair #livestock #cattle #cdnag #westcdnag
November 16, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Greenwood Cattle’s Jackie Payne shares the long history her family has with Farm Fair International. The cattle operation based near Lloydminster, Saskatchewan started coming to the livestock show since 1978. #farmfair #livestock #cattle #cdnag #westcdnag
For decades Farm Fair Int. has been a gathering place for purebred producers, local ranchers and international buyers. Jackie Payne from Greenwood Cattle near Lloydminster shares how they have leveraged this opportunity for years. #genetics #livestock #cdnag #westcdnag #farmfair #cattle #cattleshow
November 16, 2025 at 3:20 AM
For decades Farm Fair Int. has been a gathering place for purebred producers, local ranchers and international buyers. Jackie Payne from Greenwood Cattle near Lloydminster shares how they have leveraged this opportunity for years. #genetics #livestock #cdnag #westcdnag #farmfair #cattle #cattleshow
Drought conditions have intensified across the Prairies.
The latest Canadian Drought Monitor report shows 82% of the Prairies are abnormally dry or in drought — including 68% of ag land.
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The latest Canadian Drought Monitor report shows 82% of the Prairies are abnormally dry or in drought — including 68% of ag land.
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Heading into Winter, Prairie Drought Worsens |
With winter approaching, drought conditiions on the prairies have worsened, especially in Alberta and southern Saskatchewan.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Drought conditions have intensified across the Prairies.
The latest Canadian Drought Monitor report shows 82% of the Prairies are abnormally dry or in drought — including 68% of ag land.
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The latest Canadian Drought Monitor report shows 82% of the Prairies are abnormally dry or in drought — including 68% of ag land.
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#cdnag #drought #westcdnag
Cold snowy weather hits the northern prairies, but other than a brief period of blustery weather Friday, the south will continue to be mainly dry through the weekend.
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Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Nov 13 |
Warmer than average weather continues over the southern prairies through the weekend, while the north will be snowy and cold.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Cold snowy weather hits the northern prairies, but other than a brief period of blustery weather Friday, the south will continue to be mainly dry through the weekend.
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Strong wind, snow, rain, and possible record high temperatures are expected on the prairies over the Halloween weekend 🎃
Find out who gets what at Rural Roots Canada.....
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Find out who gets what at Rural Roots Canada.....
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Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Oct 30 |
From snow to sizzle. Very changeable weather is on the way to the prairies for Halloween weekend. Record highs are possible.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Strong wind, snow, rain, and possible record high temperatures are expected on the prairies over the Halloween weekend 🎃
Find out who gets what at Rural Roots Canada.....
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Find out who gets what at Rural Roots Canada.....
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The wait continues for meaningful moisture on the southern prairies, with most of the rain and snow staying to the north this week.
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Prairie Weather This Week – October 27 |
Rain and snow for the northern prairies this week....southern prairies will stay dry. Halloween will be warm and windy.
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October 27, 2025 at 9:05 PM
The wait continues for meaningful moisture on the southern prairies, with most of the rain and snow staying to the north this week.
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Great opportunity to continue fall field work, with sunny, dry weather forecast across the prairies through the weekend. That said, the decline in soil moisture continues...
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Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update – Oct 23 |
Dry weather continues across the southern prairies into the weekend. Some rain can be expected in central and northern regions Sunday.
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October 23, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Great opportunity to continue fall field work, with sunny, dry weather forecast across the prairies through the weekend. That said, the decline in soil moisture continues...
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After a wet start to the week, drier weather takes over again. Except in Manitoba. They're getting rain, and they won't share.
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October 20, 2025 at 3:03 PM
After a wet start to the week, drier weather takes over again. Except in Manitoba. They're getting rain, and they won't share.
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Snow, rain, and even chinooks will affect the prairies through the weekend. The west will be dry and the eastern prairies will be wet. Manitoba - very wet.
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Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update – Oct 16 |
Alberta's dry, and a chinook is on the way for the weekend. Some rain for Saskatchewan, and Manitoba gets drenched by a Colorado low.
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October 16, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Snow, rain, and even chinooks will affect the prairies through the weekend. The west will be dry and the eastern prairies will be wet. Manitoba - very wet.
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It's Thanksgiving, and farmers across the prairies can be thankful for the recent harvest weather. The other side to the story...worsening drought. The latest Canadian Drought Monitor leads off this week's prairie weather outlook.
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Prairie Weather This Week – October 13 |
As farmers wrap up the harvest, many are hoping for rain and snow to ease a drought that is again worsening. The Eastern Prairies will see rain.
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October 13, 2025 at 2:17 PM
It's Thanksgiving, and farmers across the prairies can be thankful for the recent harvest weather. The other side to the story...worsening drought. The latest Canadian Drought Monitor leads off this week's prairie weather outlook.
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There are many things to be thankful for over the Thanskgiving weekend, but the weather on the prairies may not be one of them. Expect rain, snow, and strong wind....impacting farmers and travellers alike.
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Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Oct 9 |
Thanksgiving Weekend Forecast....farmers and travellers alike will need to be cautious, with MAJOR weather changes on the way.
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October 10, 2025 at 1:18 AM
There are many things to be thankful for over the Thanskgiving weekend, but the weather on the prairies may not be one of them. Expect rain, snow, and strong wind....impacting farmers and travellers alike.
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It's a race against Jack Frost, as farmers rush to complete the harvest. Despite the frost risk, overall there will be terrific weather for this week's field work across the southern prairies.
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Prairie Weather This Week – Oct 6 |
It's another ideal week of harvest weather for most of the prairies. Frost happens. And likely will happen this week.
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October 6, 2025 at 2:02 PM
It's a race against Jack Frost, as farmers rush to complete the harvest. Despite the frost risk, overall there will be terrific weather for this week's field work across the southern prairies.
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Albertans should prepare for frost, and wet weather is expected in all three prairie provinces through the weekend.
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Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Oct 2 |
Two low pressure systems will bring rain to the prairies over the next few days. And, Alberta can expect frost this weekend!
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October 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Albertans should prepare for frost, and wet weather is expected in all three prairie provinces through the weekend.
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The harvest is close to completion in Alberta, and progressing well in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. This week's weather will be favourable to getting the job done.
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Prairie Weather This Week – Sept 29 |
The harvest season continues with dry weather. Dry, but not bone dry. Some rainfall is expected this week, especially in central areas.
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September 29, 2025 at 2:16 PM
The harvest is close to completion in Alberta, and progressing well in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. This week's weather will be favourable to getting the job done.
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In this podcast, Tim Parent sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, the Food Professor and Director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, to discuss why food and ag were left out of Canada’s first wave of nation-building projects. www.ruralrootscanada.com/rrc-podcast-...
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RRC Podcast Ep. 8 – Sept 19 – Agriculture & Nation-Building with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois
In the latest RRC Podcast, we chat with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois to discuss why agriculture was left out of Canada’s first round of nation-building projects.
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September 28, 2025 at 10:43 PM
In this podcast, Tim Parent sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, the Food Professor and Director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, to discuss why food and ag were left out of Canada’s first wave of nation-building projects. www.ruralrootscanada.com/rrc-podcast-...
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A big THANK YOU to our sponsor AgExpert for supporting Rural Roots Canada. Your commitment to helping farmers manage data and grow their business makes a real impact.
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September 27, 2025 at 3:32 PM
A big THANK YOU to our sponsor AgExpert for supporting Rural Roots Canada. Your commitment to helping farmers manage data and grow their business makes a real impact.
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