First Day of Canada’s Farm Show

Jun 21, 2023

Main events from day one of Canada’s Farm Show

By Haley Bilokraly
Farms.com Intern

The first day of Canada’s Farm Show has come to a close, and excitement is already building for day two of the event.

Canada’s Farm Show had a strong start on Tuesday with no shortage of activity, product launches, and great discussions.

The first announcement was made by Honeybee Manufacturing, who kicked off the show by announcing their AirFlex NXT. It is an upgraded header with innovative design choices such as cab adjustable skid shoes and a narrower profile end shield.

Another product launch that happened on Tuesday was from the DoMoreAg Foundation who announced AgTalk, a new anonymous mental health support platform. Farmers can use this platform to connect with others who understand your situation, support your community, and explore resources.

Alongside product announcements, day one featured the announcement of the Innovation Awards presented by Farms.com, Innovation Saskatchewan, and Greenwave Innovations. The winners of this year's awards went to InputsPro, Accusampler UltraMT, and Binhalo.

The day ended with the Cultivator 24 Hour Startup pitch finale. Participants set the stage to present AgTech products they built in less than 24 hours. This challenge was filled with innovation, collaboration, and education for all teams.

Visitors and exhibitors are now getting ready to enjoy day two of the three-day event. Day two is focused on innovation with announcements and conversations about crop intelligence, ag technology, entrepreneurship and more.

Video: Winter Service Inspections for John Deere Equipment - The FarmCast Ep64

The FarmCast, host Troy Randall speaks with Doug Luedke, Vice President of Service, and Davin Peterson, Executive Vice President of Aftermarket at 21st Century Equipment, to discuss the importance of proactive service and how it helps farmers reduce downtime during their busiest seasons. The conversation focuses on the Winter Service Inspection Program, a comprehensive approach designed to keep equipment running at peak performance and limit costly in-season breakdowns through preventative maintenance and expert technician support.

Doug and Devin explain how 21st Century Equipment’s service teams have evolved to meet the needs of today’s connected machines. With more technology and data integrated into modern equipment, technicians now play a vital role in both mechanical repairs and precision ag support. Through advanced diagnostics, machine monitoring, and John Deere’s Expert Alerts, they can identify and address potential issues before they become major problems—saving customers valuable time, money, and frustration.

Throughout the discussion, the team shares real-world success stories demonstrating how proactive inspections and customer-focused service help maximize uptime and efficiency for every operation. Whether it’s a large tractor, combine, or small mower, the goal remains the same: to provide trusted, reliable support that helps farmers and landowners stay productive and confident in their equipment year-round.