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Impact Farming

Farm Marketer
Agriculture
Succession Planning
Mental Health
Hybrid Rye
Transition Planning
FP Genetics
Food Security
Cybersecurity
Life Insurance
Farm Succession Planning
Crossroads Alberta's Crop Conference
Family Dynamics In Farming
Canada
Seed Genetics
Agronomy
Financial Planning
Farm Transition Planning
Conflict Resolution
Family Business Leadership
Farming

Welcome to Impact Farming, a podcast show dedicated to helping Canadian farmers excel in the business of farming. Our goal at Impact Farming is to introduce our audience, Canadian Farmers, to the people and ideas that are going to make an impact on their farm business. Host Tracy Brunet chats with today's most successful farm advisors and industry leaders to bring our audience the best and most im... more

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Latest Episodes

#familyfarm #ranching #farmtok The Future Won't Wait: Building Stronger Farm Transitions This Summer

When farm families think about succession planning, they often assume it's a conversation for the off-season. But what if summer is actually the be... more

Farm succession remains one of the most important and challenging conversations facing Canadian agriculture today. Throughout 2026, we've welcomed experts, advisors, and industry leaders to The Impact Farming Show to discuss the realities of transiti... more

Canadian agriculture stands at a pivotal moment. As global food demand rises and supply chains shift, Canada has a unique opportunity to strengthen its position as a trusted global food supplier while driving economic growth here at home.

In this e... more

Walking in the Shadows: Taking Over the Family Farm | Trevor MacLean #farming #farmlife #farmsuccession #farmtransitionplanning

Taking over the family farm is about far more than land, equipment, and financial statements — it's about legacy, ident... more

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Recent Guests

Trevor MacLean
Agriculture and business advisor
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Episode: Walking in the Shadows: Taking Over the Family Farm | Trevor MacLean
Cole Ambrock
Sales and Marketing Manager for KWS Seeds Canada
KWS Seeds Canada
Episode: Hybrid Rye Through a Farmer's Lens with Cole Ambrock | KWS Seeds Canada
Derek Dery
Co-owner, Sixteen Grains (farm and value-added products)
Sixteen Grains
Episode: From Farm to Food Brand: Building a Value-Added Business with Derek Dery of Sixteen Grains
Jacqueline Keena
Managing Director at Emili in Manitoba
Emili
Episode: EMILI: Driving Agriculture Innovation Through Collaboration with Jacqueline Keena
Jason McGillivray
Representative, Scoular
Scoular
Episode: Understanding the Rye Market with Jason McGillivray of Scoular | KWS Hybrid Rye Series
Court Merrigan
Real estate broker and agricultural consultant, LandVest
LandVest
Episode: U.S. Farmland Markets, Water Rights, and What's Ahead for Agricultural Real Estate with Court Merrigan
JP Gervais
Executive vice president, Egg Production
Farm Credit Canada
Episode: Canadian Farmland Values & the Agriculture Economic Outlook with JP Gervais
Eamonn Walsh
Irish financial advisor specializing in succession planning
Independent practitioner; focuses on Ireland
Episode: Farm Succession Across the Globe: What Farmers Are Facing Right Now
Courtney Ross
Eastern Product Specialist for FP Genetics
FP Genetics
Episode: From Seed to Success: Helping Prairie Farmers Make Smart Seed Choices | FP Genetics

Host

Tracy Brunet
Host of Impact Farming

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Listen to those you disagree with. That's the only reason I listen to this one. I find the host blatantly judgemental and elbows out conversation about human rights such as right to a healthy environment, and is fixated on wealth accumulation and private property rights without an understanding that property law has its origin in slavery. I wonder what her education is, and why should we listen to her?

    Podcast Addict
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    Aurorespera
    a year ago
  • Tracy gets to the root and the heart!

    Tracy asks the real questions and isn’t afraid to drill down into deep subjects that matter to the farming community. This podcast lives up to its name - IMPACT!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peggy Coffeen
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome Podcasts

    The quality of professionals that are interviewed in these podcasts are second to none. Impact Farming has captured my attention and now I keep waiting for the next episode. Anyone in the business of farming should be listening to this podcast to work on their business & improve their own operations. Keep up the great work Tracy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ontario Farmer
    Canada6 years ago

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Tracy asks real questions and drills down into big farming issues.
High-quality guests and actionable insights for improving farming operations.
Professional production and niche expertise that resonates with farming communities.
Excellent guests and depth on farm business topics, with practical takeaways for listeners.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Farm Transition: Starting The Conversation About Finances w/ Jessica Groskopf
Q: What is the difference between estate planning and transition planning?
Estate planning focuses on what happens after death, while transition planning outlines what happens while alive and after, including timelines and milestones for transferring management and ownership; both are connected but distinct.
Farm Transition: Starting The Conversation About Finances w/ Jessica Groskopf
Q: How should a farm kid approach returning to the family operation?
Start with transparent financials, build a compensation plan that meets a livable standard of living, and use a letter to parents to lay out intentions and roles before returning; work toward a written plan with milestones.
Farm Transition: Starting The Conversation About Finances w/ Jessica Groskopf
Q: What are the biggest fears farm founders have about transition?
That the business won't be financially stable, that the next generation lacks management capability, and that the current generation's livelihood or retirement plans will be jeopardized; these concerns emphasize the need for clear, written expectations and a solid plan.
Farmer Mental Health with Lauren Van Ewyk
Q: How can farmers connect with a therapist and how quick is the response?
Farmers can call 1-800 for immediate intake, then are matched to a therapist based on needs; the line is monitored 24/7 with fast follow-up, though night-time responses can be less predictable.
How to Successfully Transition Your Farm – Insights from Kelly Sidoryk
Q: What are the biggest roadblocks families face in transition planning?
Kelly highlights the size and value of the operation, lack of routine conversations about values and life goals, and the challenge of aligning generations as major roadblocks, suggesting open dialogue, updated ownership models, and engaging outside help to begin reframing the process.

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Impact Farming delivers practical, business-focused conversations for Canadian farmers, covering succession planning, agribusiness strategy, farm finance, and agtech adoption. Episodes spotlight real-world transitions, market dynamics, and value-added farming, often featuring farm families, advisors, and industry economists. Listeners gain actionable frameworks for governance, capital planning, and diversification—along with insider perspectives on partnering with mills, retailers, and technology providers. A notable strength is its emphasis on clear milestones, stakeholder alignment, and multi-year planning to preserve legacy while enabling growth. The show's real-world guest mix and emphasis on both tactical tips and strategic thinking ma... more

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Recent guests on Impact Farming include:

1. Trevor MacLean
2. Cole Ambrock
3. Derek Dery
4. Jacqueline Keena
5. Jason McGillivray
6. Court Merrigan
7. JP Gervais
8. Eamonn Walsh

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