Farms.com Home   News

AFSC set to serve up The Dish at Ag Expo

Risk management is the focus of The Dish at AgExpo in Lethbridge, hosted by Agriculture Financial Services. This special event, which takes place February 27, features Dr. Camille Ryan as keynote speaker as well as a panel discussion on real-world strategies to help producers manage risk effectively.

During her keynote, Dr. Ryan will explore the social, economic and environmental risks that are shaping the future of Canadian agriculture. A panel discussion focused on real-world strategies to help producers manage risk effectively follows the keynote presentation. Panelists include Daniel Graham, AFSC manager of AgriStability and Pricing, and Kerby Redekop from Red Earth Farming Co Ltd.

The Dish offers an opportunity for meaningful engagement between industry experts and producers. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions, share experiences, and gain valuable insights – all while enjoying complimentary snacks and refreshments.

Event details

The Dish will open with a keynote presentation by Dr. Camille Ryan, senior business partner, industry affairs and sustainability at Bayer Crop Science Canada. Dr. Ryan will explore the social, economic and environmental risks that are shaping the future of Canadian agriculture.

Building on the keynote, Daniel Graham, CPA, manager of AgriStability and pricing at AFSC, will offer a practical look at how Alberta’s producers can navigate these challenges. His spotlight presentation will highlight AFSC’s business risk management (BRM) programs and the tools available to support producers.

Click here to see more...

Trending Video

Ag Matters Podcast - Episode 2: Why Public Trust Matters

Video: Ag Matters Podcast - Episode 2: Why Public Trust Matters

In this episode, we explore the topic of public trust in agriculture with two incredible guests: Susie Miller from the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Crops and Jackie Dudgeon-MacDonald, a lifelong farmer and advocate for Canadian farming.

Susie provides insights into the role of policy and industry standards in supporting sustainability and transparency, highlighting how collaborative efforts shape Canadian crops' future. Jackie shares her unique experience as a farmer managing grain and cattle operations, balancing family life, and navigating direct-to-consumer relationships. Together, they unpack the meaning of public trust, the importance of transparency in farming practices, and how meaningful connections with consumers can strengthen the bond between farmers and the public.

This episode offers a real, behind-the-scenes look at how Canadian agriculture is striving to earn and maintain consumers' trust—now and for future generations.