As you get ready for the busy growing season, catch up and stay inspired by exploring an on-demand event library. You won’t want to miss the new Young Farmer Summit virtual series, now available to watch: FCC Young Farmer Virtual Summit Part 1: Navigate farm transition Part 1 of the Young Farmer Summit as we […]
Conflict happens. It’s a guaranteed part of the human experience. Sparks may fly when opinions collide but if a culture of respect, open communication and shared values is fostered on a farm, those differing viewpoints can instead fuel the flames of innovation. The Keddy family, like most farm families who live and work side-by-side, know this firsthand. […]
The decision to buy or sell farmland is multi-layered, with several angles to consider before deciding whether to put the property on the market or take the plunge and purchase it. Interest rates can impact land price – lower interest rates mean lower overall cost for the land. Chartered accountant Lance Stockbrugger says interest rates […]
Supply and demand dynamics are ever-present and changing, but you can use them to achieve higher profits. The foundation of earning profit through supply and demand is to make the right decisions about what to grow and when to sell it. Justin Shepherd, an FCC Senior Economist, says farmers usually choose what to grow based on […]
Canada’s national average farmland value rose 9.3% in 2025, matching last year’s overall pace of growth. This annual change falls between the 5-year average of 9.5% and the 10-year average of 8.6%, placing current growth in line with the longer-term trend. This post highlights trends in cultivated land, pastureland, and irrigated land. Provincial trends Our […]
Dependable accountants are key to planning success. A do-it-yourself mentality can be good for a lot of things. When it comes to financial planning, though, it’s likely not the best approach. Dependable accountants are the key to planning success, according to Dick Wittman, a farmer and veteran farm finance expert based in the United States. A […]
As if there weren’t enough uncertainties to navigate through, the world economy now has to deal with a new war in the Middle East. The resulting jump in commodity prices, if sustained, is largely positive for Canada, although there are offsetting factors which should not be discounted. We unpack all of that in this edition […]
Start by asking: Where does my child feel confident, and where do they still need to grow? I sometimes see situations where the next generation feels stuck. This isn’t because they lack ability, but because they’re not yet trusted with decisions. Meanwhile, parents might hesitate to let go. Bridging that gap starts with an open […]
Willard McWilliams and his son Wyatt have spent their lives on the family farm in Navan, Ont., just east of Ottawa. For them, farming isn’t just about production; it’s about caring for the land, their animals and the wider agriculture community. In 2002, a severe drought gripped the Prairies and turned fields brown. Many cattle […]
More options, more learning. Spring is a sign of renewal. It’s the perfect time to improve your knowledge and start the new farming season off on the right foot. This month’s learning agenda shines a spotlight on the next generation. Virtual Events March 10, 2026 Women at the heart of agricultural wellbeing Online Event […]
