Rural Roots Canada
  • News
  • The Podcast Farm
  • Videos
  • Communication – Content Creation Services
  • About Rural Roots Canada
  • Contact Us!
Trending
  • Ottawa unveils first National Food Security Strategy with $3B investment
  • Hail Report: Hail the size of softballs reported as storms sweep across Prairies
  • Canadian beef industry groups establish traceability task force
  • Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update – June 11
  • Senate report warns wildfires pose growing threat to Canadian agriculture
Skip to content
June 13, 2026

Craig Lester

  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

AgSafe Alberta Urges Farmers to Secure Loads

Craig Lester November 30, 2025

As hauling ramps up across the prairies, producers and truck drivers are being reminded by AgSafe…

  • cattle
  • livestock
  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

FarmFair International a Family Affair

Craig Lester November 16, 2025

FarmFair International is more than a livestock showcase for many producers; it’s a family gathering that…

  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

Calgary Based Company Developing New Drone Crop Mapping Tech

Craig Lester November 15, 2025

A new tool designed to help users map crops with greater precision is nearing commercial readiness,…

  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast
  • Safety

Farmers Urged to Practice Safety Around Grain Bins

Craig Lester November 14, 2025

AgSafe Alberta’s Jody Wacowich says staying alert to safety, especially when climbing on grain bins, needs…

  • News
  • Radio

Avian Flu Confirmed in Small Poultry Flock in Bonnyville, Alberta

Craig Lester November 5, 2025

A highly pathogenic strain of avian flu was found in a domestic poultry flock in the…

  • News
  • Weather

2025 Crop Year Delivers Mixed Hail Storm Results Across Prairie Provinces

Craig Lester November 1, 2025

The 2025 crop year showed average hail damage claims, with overall claim numbers down from last…

  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast
water

Alberta Government Modernizes Water Act

Craig Lester October 31, 2025

For the first time since 1999, the Alberta Government is updating the water act - allowing…

  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

CleanFarms and Peace River Regional District Renew Agricultural Recycling Program

Craig Lester October 31, 2025

The agriculture stewardship organizations CleanFarms and the Peace River Regional District are renewing a successful agricultural…

  • food
  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

Public Trust in Canada’s Food System Growing: CCFI

Craig Lester October 29, 2025

The Canadian Centre for Food Integrity says Canadians are feeling more confident about the country’s food…

  • Barley
  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

Alberta Maltster Raises Concerns Over Barley Research Shift

Craig Lester October 5, 2025

Alberta researchers shift from premium malt barley to feed varieties, raising concerns about the province's barley…

  • News
  • Radio

Big Marble Farms Secures $2.2M Grant to Boost Greenhouse Lighting, Cut Emissions

Craig Lester September 29, 2025

Big Marble Farms near Medicine Hat receives $2.2M Alberta grant to install 5,000+ LED grow lights,…

  • cattle
  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

Sundre, Alberta Rancher Receives 2025 Reg Schellenberg Next Generation Legacy Award

Craig Lester September 17, 2025

Canadian Cattle Young Leader Brianna Elliot from Sundre, Alberta, is the recipient of the 2025 Reg…

  • Crops
  • News
  • Weather
hail

Hail Continues to Damage Crops During Harvest

Craig Lester September 14, 2025

The Canadian Crop Hail Association member companies are investigating 310 claims of crop damage from hail…

  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

Plateau Cattle Co. Win 2025 ABP Environmental Stewardship Award

Craig Lester September 3, 2025

Plateau Cattle Co. has been named as the recipient of the Alberta Beef Producers' 2025 Environmental…

  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast
hail

Early August Hail Storms Less Organized but Still Destructive

Craig Lester August 24, 2025

A large storm in western Saskatchewan on August 13 caused widespread damage to growing crops, according…

  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast
  • Weather

Farmers Reeling After Hail and Wind Wipes Out Crops Near Brooks

Craig Lester August 22, 2025

A powerful storm that swept through west of Brooks, Alberta, has left farmers reeling, as hail…

  • Mental Health
  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

Do More Agriculture’s AgTalk Initiative Renewed

Craig Lester August 20, 2025

Do More Agriculture Foundation’s AgTalk online space for mental health connection in the agricultural sector has…

  • Crops
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

RRC Podcast Ep. 6 – Aug. 18 – 2025 Alberta Growing Season

Craig Lester August 17, 2025

In this podcast, Beyond Agronomy's Steve Larocque joins Meteorologist David Spence and Craig Lester for a…

  • cattle
  • News

Alberta Beef Producers to Leave Canadian Cattle Association

Craig Lester August 12, 2025

After a lengthy review, the Alberta Beef Producers has decided to withdraw its membership from the…

  • Crops
  • News
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

Chatsworth Farm Gears Up for Alberta Open Farm Days

Craig Lester August 12, 2025

Vermilion’s Chatsworth Farm is preparing to welcome visitors for Alberta Open Farm Days on Saturday, offering…

Previous page Previous pageNext page Next page

Latest from Newsline Powered By Cole's Ag

  • Grain Growers of Canada signs trilateral industry letter calling for CUSMA renewal and strengthening
  • North American agricultural coalition calls for CUSMA/USMCA renewal as Canadian delegation heads to Capitol Hill
  • Swine Innovation Porc to Host Webinar on Disease Risk and Antimicrobial Use in Swine Production
  • Canada’s Meat Processors Join CAFTA, Strengthening Agri-Food Voice Ahead of Key Trade Negotiations 
  • “Too Much on the Line” campaign launched as new study reveals the cost of supply chain disruptions

Latest from Newsline Powered by Cole's Ag

  • Grain Growers of Canada signs trilateral industry letter calling for CUSMA renewal and strengthening
  • North American agricultural coalition calls for CUSMA/USMCA renewal as Canadian delegation heads to Capitol Hill
  • Swine Innovation Porc to Host Webinar on Disease Risk and Antimicrobial Use in Swine Production
  • Canada’s Meat Processors Join CAFTA, Strengthening Agri-Food Voice Ahead of Key Trade Negotiations 
  • “Too Much on the Line” campaign launched as new study reveals the cost of supply chain disruptions
© Copyright 2026 - Allrights Reserved. Rural Roots Canada