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FCC Knowledge: Talking Farm and Food

FCC Knowledge: Talking Farm and Food

Written by: Farm Credit Canada
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 Agriculture is not only a way of life, it's a business. Talking Farm and Food is a monthly podcast that highlights the stories and experiences of farm business entrepreneurs and the lessons they've learned along the way. Hear from Canadian producers about their lives, their businesses, and the farm management topics you care about. If you're looking for advice on money and finance, transition, managing people, strategy, leadership and more, this is the podcast for you.2021 Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Marketing Marketing & Sales
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  • Farming with ADHD: Embracing neurodivergence in agriculture

    Farming with ADHD: Embracing neurodivergence in agriculture
    Nov 10 2025

    Saskatchewan farmer Nicole Rathgeber, her husband and three children have all been diagnosed with ADHD. In this episode, we learn how reframing neurodivergent traits has affected her farming life, business management and family dynamics.

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    Episode Resources

    • Neurodiversity in ag
    • Mental health resources for Canadian agriculture
    • How to ensure dependents with disabilities are taken care of in a farm transition
    • Farm Transition – Will and Estate Pre-Planning Tool™

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    35 mins
  • From the ashes of grief: Cultivating hope for mental health

    From the ashes of grief: Cultivating hope for mental health
    Jul 7 2025

    When Dalles Bergsma died by suicide, his mother, Diane, and her family knew something had to come from the ashes of tragedy. In this episode, Diane shares how through The Three Oaks Respite Cabin, the Bergmas are honouring Dalles's legacy, while supporting farmers and first responders in their community.

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    29 mins
  • Women's work: Cultivating change with Amy VanderHeide

    Women's work: Cultivating change with Amy VanderHeide
    May 20 2025

    Meet Amy VanderHeide and hear her inspiring journey in agriculture, from growing up on a farm run by women to leading the Maritime Ag Women's Network and advocating for mental health and community building.

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    33 mins
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