This episode feature's guests Elliott and Rebecca Miller, owners of Edgar's Feed and Seed in Whitechurch, Ontario. Elliott and Rebecca purchased this business as young graduates and quickly learned what it takes to manage and grow a successful, agricultural business. They share their learning curves and successes, and what drives them everyday. 

This episode feature's guests Elliott and Rebecca Miller, owners of Edgar's Feed and Seed in Whitechurch, Ontario. Elliott and Rebecca purchased this business as young graduates and quickly learned what it takes to manage and grow a successful, agricultural business. They share their learning curves and successes, and what drives them everyday.

Growing a Family Business

Patrick Lynch

This week’s guest has played a very influential role in Ontario agriculture. From research and extension to newsletters and equipment demonstrations - Patrick Lynch is a household name in the farming community. Pat has provided guidance to farmers across the province as well as mentorship to the next generation of industry professionals. We discuss Pat’s vast career, covering the highlights and some of the learning curves! 

This week’s guest has played a very influential role in Ontario agriculture. From research and extension to newsletters and equipment demonstrations - Patrick Lynch is a household name in the farming community. Pat has provided guidance to farmers across the province as well as mentorship to the next generation of industry professionals. We discuss Pat’s vast career, covering the highlights and some of the learning curves!

You Have to Love Farmers with Patrick Lynch

Thinking of building a new barn or expanding an existing one? You’ve come to the right place! Greg Boon with Agri-Solve Inc. shares many important considerations for building a correct nutrient management plan or strategy. 

Thinking of building a new barn or expanding an existing one? You’ve come to the right place! Greg Boon with Agri-Solve Inc. shares many important considerations for building a correct nutrient management plan or strategy.

Nutrient Management with Greg Boon

Playing with cover crops or "less conventional" methods of farming can be challenging as we are still learning what works and what doesn't. Here are a few of my experience from the growing season on planting green, cover crops in a livestock rotation, and broadcast wheat. 

Playing with cover crops or "less conventional" methods of farming can be challenging as we are still learning what works and what doesn't. Here are a few of my experience from the growing season on planting green, cover crops in a livestock rotation, and broadcast wheat.

Field Thoughts - All Things Green

Today’s thoughts are based on what I’ve been seeing in corn fields and IP soybeans fields over the last few weeks! Networking and drawing from others’ experiences can really help to improve control of problem weeds on your farm. Don’t miss the window to take care of some tough perennials in your corn crop!

Today’s thoughts are based on what I’ve been seeing in corn fields and IP soybeans fields over the last few weeks! Networking and drawing from others’ experiences can really help to improve control of problem weeds on your farm. Don’t miss the window to take care of some tough perennials in your corn crop!

Field Thoughts - Staying Open-Minded in Your Herbicide Programs

I have worked in both precision ag equipment and helped growers on the agronomic side develop zones and prescriptions. Here are a few of my own thoughts on getting started into site specific management on your farm, even if you aren’t 100% ready. 

I have worked in both precision ag equipment and helped growers on the agronomic side develop zones and prescriptions. Here are a few of my own thoughts on getting started into site specific management on your farm, even if you aren’t 100% ready.

Field Thoughts - Precision Doesn’t Mean Perfect

It’s a season of change! This episode is a little shorter, a little more raw, with a little more noise in the background - and oh ya, it’s just me! A few thoughts on spring burndowns and managing volunteer wheat.

Field Thoughts - Burndowns

Jerry Winnicki has spent the majority of his career working closely with growers in the Niagara Peninsula. Not only is he a trusted advisor but many farmers can call Jerry a friend. This dynamic has led Jerry to organize farm tours around the world with several farmers and their spouses. Jerry gives an overview of the destinations that they have traveled to, how to keep the trips spontaneous from year to year, and what to look for in a travel guide. 

Jerry Winnicki has spent the majority of his career working closely with growers in the Niagara Peninsula. Not only is he a trusted advisor but many farmers can call Jerry a friend. This dynamic has led Jerry to organize farm tours around the world with several farmers and their spouses. Jerry gives an overview of the destinations that they have traveled to, how to keep the trips spontaneous from year to year, and what to look for in a travel guide.

Farm Tours Around the World with Jerry Winnicki

William Marquis is part of a diverse family farming and construction operation in the Lindsay area. He is also a Financing Specialist with RBC. Having worked worked in both agriculture and commercial banking, Will has processed hundreds of loan applications. Will gives a good overview of how to build a strategic partnership with your bank, some of the biggest mistakes and opportunities he sees for farm businesses, and some of the differences between farming and commercial businesses in the province. 

William Marquis is part of a diverse family farming and construction operation in the Lindsay area. He is also a Financing Specialist with RBC. Having worked worked in both agriculture and commercial banking, Will has processed hundreds of loan applications. Will gives a good overview of how to build a strategic partnership with your bank, some of the biggest mistakes and opportunities he sees for farm businesses, and some of the differences between farming and commercial businesses in the province.

Farm Finances with William Marquis

Heading into his 33rd year as an independent crop consultant, Mervyn has a wealth of knowledge to share.  He tells the story of developing a passion for crop diagnostics and turning that into a business by helping growers in the Huron-Perth region reach their farming goals. Merv ends with some fundamental, profitable advice for growers.

Heading into his 33rd year as an independent crop consultant, Mervyn has a wealth of knowledge to share.  He tells the story of developing a passion for crop diagnostics and turning that into a business by helping growers in the Huron-Perth region reach their farming goals. Merv ends with some fundamental, profitable advice for growers.

A Passion for Crop Consulting with Mervyn Erb

Prosperity Ag Out Loud is for anyone who loves agriculture and the people within the industry. Host Michelle Baker interviews influential and inspirational people involved in all facets of crop production. This show dives deep into topics within each guest’s area of expertise and uncovers what has led to their success in the business.

Steve Kell

With 30 years in the grain business, Steve Kell has seen it all.  He has worked as a feed ingredient purchaser, grain trader, marketing consultant, and last but not least - a farmer. Steve provides us with an overview of grain logistics in Ontario, how it differs from Western Canada, and what happens when there are quality issues with the crop we are marketing. Steve also gives us a few key pieces of marketing advice moving into 2021. 

With 30 years in the grain business, Steve Kell has seen it all.  He has worked as a feed ingredient purchaser, grain trader, marketing consultant, and last but not least - a farmer. Steve provides us with an overview of grain logistics in Ontario, how it differs from Western Canada, and what happens when there are quality issues with the crop we are marketing. Steve also gives us a few key pieces of marketing advice moving into 2021.

Grain Movement with Steve Kell

Associate Professor Asim Biswas with the University of Guelph joins me to discuss a topic he is very passionate about: soil. Growing up on a subsistence farm in West Bengal India, Asim learned the magic of soil from a young age. He paints a picture of what farming looked like for him growing up, and his pursuit of knowledge, which ultimately led him to work in Canada. Within the department of Environmental Sciences, Asim continues to pursue higher knowledge of many aspects of our soils including their potential, spatial variability, and long term sustainability.

Associate Professor Asim Biswas with the University of Guelph joins me to discuss a topic he is very passionate about: soil. Growing up on a subsistence farm in West Bengal India, Asim learned the magic of soil from a young age. He paints a picture of what farming looked like for him growing up, and his pursuit of knowledge, which ultimately led him to work in Canada. Within the department of Environmental Sciences, Asim continues to pursue higher knowledge of many aspects of our soils including their potential, spatial variability, and long term sustainability.

Magic in Soil with Associate Professor Asim Biswas

Andy Pasztor

This week, Michelle interviews Mike and Andy Pasztor, grain and vegetable farmers in Port Burwell, Ontario. Mike and Andy share what the day-to-day operations look like on their farm, the practices involved of growing vegetable crops, and some of the labour challenges faced this year. Don't worry, this episode wouldn't be complete without discussing the history of #AndyClean.

This week, Michelle interviews Mike and Andy Pasztor, grain and vegetable farmers in Port Burwell, Ontario. Mike and Andy share what the day-to-day operations look like on their farm, the practices involved of growing vegetable crops, and some of the labour challenges faced this year. Don't worry, this episode wouldn't be complete without discussing the history of #AndyClean.

Vegetable Production with Mike and Andy Pasztor 

Melody Robinson

In this episode, we catch up with Melody Robinson, Field Agronomist with Clark Agri Service. Melody shares her experience of finding her path in plant agriculture, making connections, and building her current role serving growers in Haldimand-Niagara. Melody has had the opportunity to mentor several summer students and junior sales staff during her time at Clark's and shares her advice on creating a good experience for new employees. We discuss some of the challenges and opportunities of farming on some of the toughest ground in the province, as well as a few problem weeds and control methods for the area.

In this episode, we catch up with Melody Robinson, Field Agronomist with Clark Agri Service. Melody shares her experience of finding her path in plant agriculture, making connections, and building her current role serving growers in Haldimand-Niagara. Melody has had the opportunity to mentor several summer students and junior sales staff during her time at Clark's and shares her advice on creating a good experience for new employees. We discuss some of the challenges and opportunities of farming on some of the toughest ground in the province, as well as a few problem weeds and control methods for the area.

Mentorship & So Much More! with Melody Robinson

Chuck Baresich

Chuck takes us through his journey of starting a cash crop operation with his brother while both maintaining off-farm jobs. Chuck tells the process of expanding the operation and beginning a new venture of an ag-retail and elevator location: Haggerty Creek Ltd. We discuss the evolution of the business to include precision technologies and the newest addition of a DOT robot fertilizer spreader. This is a great interview discussing taking risks, building a reputation and servicing customers, the future of farming technologies, and much more!

Chuck takes us through his journey of starting a cash crop operation with his brother while both maintaining off-farm jobs. Chuck tells the process of expanding the operation and beginning a new venture of an ag-retail and elevator location: Haggerty Creek Ltd. We discuss the evolution of the business to include precision technologies and the newest addition of a DOT robot fertilizer spreader. This is a great interview discussing taking risks, building a reputation and servicing customers, the future of farming technologies, and much more!

Calculated Risks & Farming Forward with Chuck Baresich

A timely episode for the grain buggy driver! Michelle is joined by OMAFRA Cereals Specialist Joanna Follings. Joanna sheds some insight into nutrient management this growing season and work that is currently being done on higher N and S rates that we can look forward to seeing in the future. We discuss the use of PGR's as a tool for not only winter wheat but also oat management. Joanna shares where she sees most success in wheat management as well as some areas we can strive to improve. Lastly, we discuss straw removal and if our current recommendations for nutrient removal are accurate. 

A timely episode for the grain buggy driver! Michelle is joined by OMAFRA Cereals Specialist Joanna Follings. Joanna sheds some insight into nutrient management this growing season and work that is currently being done on higher N and S rates that we can look forward to seeing in the future. We discuss the use of PGR's as a tool for not only winter wheat but also oat management. Joanna shares where she sees most success in wheat management as well as some areas we can strive to improve. Lastly, we discuss straw removal and if our current recommendations for nutrient removal are accurate.

Aiming Higher in Cereal Management with Joanna Follings

On this episode Michelle interviews Chris Olbach, Area Agronomist with Pioneer. Chris' passion for research led him to the Ottawa Valley where he works to bridge the gap between R&amp;D and local farmers. Chris discusses some of his personal projects as well as those with IMPACT and how he has embraced technology in his role. 

On this episode Michelle interviews Chris Olbach, Area Agronomist with Pioneer. Chris' passion for research led him to the Ottawa Valley where he works to bridge the gap between R&amp;D and local farmers. Chris discusses some of his personal projects as well as those with IMPACT and how he has embraced technology in his role.

IMPACT in Eastern Ontario with Chris Olbach

Mike Wilson

This episode features an interview with Mike Wilson, Data Collection Lead with Deveron UAS. Mike has spent 17 years working in precision agriculture. Intrigued by farm variability early in his career, Mike believed there was a more profitable way to farm. He has been in constant pursuit of helping farms achieve greater success through improved farm management ever since. Mike is a driven, growth-minded individual who loves to see others succeed and continue pushing boundaries. He shares some of the work that he and the team ar Deveron have done with growers across the province, and shares some insights into how others can begin to manage variability on their own farm.

This episode features an interview with Mike Wilson, Data Collection Lead with Deveron UAS. Mike has spent 17 years working in precision agriculture. Intrigued by farm variability early in his career, Mike believed there was a more profitable way to farm. He has been in constant pursuit of helping farms achieve greater success through improved farm management ever since. Mike is a driven, growth-minded individual who loves to see others succeed and continue pushing boundaries. He shares some of the work that he and the team ar Deveron have done with growers across the province, and shares some insights into how others can begin to manage variability on their own farm.

Managing Farm Variability with Mike Wilson

Courtney Vriens, owner of Vriens Nutrition Consulting, discusses the process of finding a niche, building a customer base, and beginning her own business. We discuss her role as a ruminant nutritionist and learn about the unique requirements of feeding sheep. Courtney shares her insight into improving communication with growers to improve forage management.

Courtney Vriens, owner of Vriens Nutrition Consulting, discusses the process of finding a niche, building a customer base, and beginning her own business. We discuss her role as a ruminant nutritionist and learn about the unique requirements of feeding sheep. Courtney shares her insight into improving communication with growers to improve forage management.

Entrepreneurship and Sheep Nutrition with Courtney Vriens

Drew Thompson

Michelle discusses alfalfa establishment and management with Drew Thompson, Market Development Agronomist with Pride Seeds. Drew also provides insight into his time in graduate studies as well as some ideas on how we can improve communication across the ag industry. 

Michelle discusses alfalfa establishment and management with Drew Thompson, Market Development Agronomist with Pride Seeds. Drew also provides insight into his time in graduate studies as well as some ideas on how we can improve communication across the ag industry.

Alfalfa Management with Drew Thompson

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