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Rural Roots Canada

Rural Roots Canada

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Episodes

500

Latest episode

Aug 2026

Language

EN

About the show

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.

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August 30, 20261 min

Lethbridge - Monday, Aug. 31 - Prairie Weather

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 31.

August 30, 20261 min

BC Peace - Monday, Aug. 31 - Prairie Weather

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 31.

August 30, 20261 min

Grande Prairie - Monday, Aug. 31 - Prairie Weather

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 31.

August 30, 20261 min

Vegreville-Bonnyville - Monday, Aug. 31 - Prairie Weather

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 31.

August 30, 20261 min

Olds - Monday, Aug. 31 - Prairie Weather

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 31.

August 30, 20261 min

Lloydminster - Monday, Aug. 31 - Prairie Weather

RRC Meteorologist David Spence updates the Prairie weather forecast for August 31.

August 30, 202612 min

RRC Podcast S2E26 - Dry South, Wet North as Harvest Picks Up Steam

RRC meteorologist David Spence joins Craig Lester to break down a summer of weather extremes across the Prairies and what those conditions could mean as farmers move deeper into harvest. They discuss the sharp north-south divide in moisture, with dry conditions returning to parts of southern Alberta, while excessive rainfall is creating harvest challenges farther north. Spence also talks about slower-than-normal harvest progress, the return of drought conditions in some areas, and growing concern about frost as crops race toward maturity.

August 27, 20261 min

Canadian counter-tariffs target U.S. dairy, honey, and farm equipment

With the United States’ decision to impose a 50 percent tariff on almost $28 billion worth of Canadian goods following a breakdown of trade talks, Canada has announced its counter-tariffs, matching the tariffs dollar for dollar, with many agricultural and agri-food products in the crosshairs.

August 27, 20261 min

Ag-tech startup looks to make virtual fencing more accessible to ranchers

A Canadian ag-tech startup is developing virtual fencing technology to make rotational grazing more accessible to ranchers. AgriVanna is building what it calls an operating system for the ranch, combining forage analysis, grazing plans and virtual fencing collars. It says the technology is designed for remote operations where traditional systems can be difficult to use.

August 25, 20265 min

In Discussion with Alltech's Dr. Vaughn Holder - Food Security, Sustainability and Efficiency: Looking at the Bigger Picture in Beef Production

RRC's Craig Lester sits down for a discussion with Alltech Global Beef Research Director Dr. Vaughn Holder. As the beef industry faces increasing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt production systems, Dr. Vaughn Holder, says one consideration cannot get lost in the discussion: producing food.

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