Farm Management Canada/ Gestion agricole du Canada

Thoughtful questions for farmers considering expansion via Eric Micheels at University of Saskatchewan

“Success is more likely if a producer takes the time to answer some hard questions about a potential expansion, such as:

• What does this mean for farm labour and labour availability?
• What does it mean for farm logistics?
• Can we tolerate an increase in interest rates?

“Go through careful planning of the risks you’re going to face.”

https://www.canadiancattlemen.ca/daily/monette-farms-is-bigger-always-better/

Monette Farms collapse: the hard expansion questions every producer should ask - Canadian Cattlemen Economies of scale do work in grain farming and livestock production, but not always

Thanks to Egg Farmers of Canada's Women Egg Farmers program for inviting Farm Management Canada's Vice-Chair Andrea Gal to present 'The Quest for Work-Life Balance' at their event on June 5th!

Egg Farmers of Canada’s Women in the Egg Industry program has been supporting women in leadership roles across the sector. Through a unique combination of mutual mentorship, leadership training and nationwide networking, the program fosters and facilitates knowledge transfer and helps build lasting relationships among women farmers.

https://www.eggfarmers.ca/2026/01/meet-the-leaders-in-our-women-in-the-egg-industry-program/

A great read from our friends at MNP

“…resilience also has a mental side, it’s the ability to stay focused when markets, inputs, or weather turn unpredictable.
The constant stream of advice, technology updates, and new programs can make it easy to feel overwhelmed. Keeping busy is never a challenge but deciding what truly matters when everything feels urgent is.

That’s where strategic planning comes in. Having a clear, written plan helps eliminate much of the stress that comes from reacting to day-to-day pressures. It gives you a line of sight into your costs, priorities, and next steps so when the unexpected happens, you already know how to respond.”

Farm management in 2026: Building resilience Canadian producers face more volatility in 2026. Learn how planning and cost awareness can help farms stay resilient and profitable

The shift from silence toward conversation, and towards managing stress before it becomes an overwhelming problem, may be one of the most important developments for farmers of all generations. Some great insights in this article from Country Guide and our friends at Canadian Centre For Agricultural Wellbeing and The Do More Agriculture Foundation.

Tough it out or talk it out? - Country Guide A shift from silence to speaking out about mental health in agriculture is helping farmers handle stress.

Exploitants et exploitantes agricoles du Canada, utilisez le code d'accès sécurisé que vous avez reçu par la poste et remplissez votre questionnaire du de 2026 aujourd'hui : https://ow.ly/MHca50Z0mbu. C’est facile et sécuritaire de remplir le questionnaire en ligne.

Canadian farmers, use the secure access code you received by mail to fill out your 2026 questionnaire today: https://ow.ly/3rYQ50Z0m9s. Completing it online is easy and secure.

The benefits of developing a long-term strategy for your farm - Country Guide Taking time today to plan for your farm's future can make daily decisions easier.

The Farm Risk Challenge is returning to , and it’s your chance to put your farm management skills to the test in one of the most engaging experiences at the conference.

Think you’ve got what it takes to run a resilient farm through years of unpredictable challenges?

Step into this interactive, hands-on game where you and your team will build and manage your own farm while navigating the real risks farmers face every season from unpredictable weather and market swings to equipment breakdowns and unforeseen expenses.

Here’s what to expect:

• Interactive gameplay built around real-world farm scenarios
• Team-based challenge where you need to collaborate, strategize, and compete
• Practical insights into farm risk management tools and strategies
• Food & drinks provided
• Prizes (and bragging rights) for the most resilient farm

Working in teams, you’ll create your operation, make key decisions, and adapt your strategy as new challenges unfold. Every choice matters and could make or break your farm!

Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just getting started, the Farm Risk Challenge is a fun, fast-paced way to sharpen your decision-making, test your instincts, and learn what it really takes to stay resilient in today’s agriculture landscape.

Bring your friends. Build your strategy.

See if your farm can survive and thrive!

Join us at AgEx 2026 in Calgary, November 17–19!

Register now and lock in your early bird savings https://agexcellenceconference.ca/

Most of us didn’t grow up learning how to communicate well.
Here’s a great article from Country Guide: How to tackle communication roadblocks on the farm.

https://www.country-guide.ca/guide-business/management/communication-roadblocks/

Communication roadblocks - Country Guide How to tackle the toxic communication patterns dragging your farm business down.