Ever questioned the 'expert' advice in farming? Evan Shout, CPA, CA unravels the truth behind common wisdom in agriculture, shedding light on the Dunning-Kruger effect's role. A must-read for those ready to see beyond the surface.

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Today is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay . Our journey with autism is about vibrant, unique perspectives & what it means to be a good human. It's not about changing my kids but expanding our world to embrace them.

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Does 'sweat equity' capture the true value of family contributions in farming?

When talking about Ag, it's crucial to choose words carefully ensuring they actually represent modern farming operations, the people involved, and our practices.

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Is it time to update our #agriculture vocabulary?

From 'genetic engineering' to 'sweat equity,' words shape perceptions.

How can we better communicate the modern realities of farming? kristjanhebert.com/blog/choosing-…
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Attended the Cultivator AGTECH ACCELERATOR kick-off. New #agtech founders have potential, but success hinges on listening to farmers, not just explaining problems. Excited by innovations like live in-field leaf disease scanning.
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Great to see.

Kudos to the federal government for getting this done.

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Borrowed from a FB page for Softball, but thought it applied to all sports:

This is how it should be 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

“People always asked 'Why do you pay so much money for your kid to do sports”? Well I have a confession to make; I don't pay for my kid to to do sports. Personally, I…

What's the future of carbon sequestration on your land? How would easy financial support for carbon sequestration impact your practices & revenue?

CANZA aims to make soil carbon assessment easier, opening doors to the carbon market.
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Farmers are key players in the fight against climate change.

Through initiatives like CANZA's, we can measure & monetize our carbon sequestration efforts.

It's time for actionable support & real revenue streams for our environmental contributions. grainswest.com/2024/03/carbon…

Accountability is the secret sauce to successful business planning in agriculture. But how do you hold the team accountable? Check out Evan Shout, CPA, CA’s latest blog.

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40% of Cdn farmers set to retire in the next decade - the challenge of affordability for young farmers is getting more intense.

It's time to explore creative solutions like private investment, joint ventures & family offices to keep farming accessible. kristjanhebert.com/blog/how-will-…

Despite weather challenges, our farm managed to grow 80% of our average yields last season, thanks to tech advancements & crop insurance.

It's proof that with the right tools, farmers can navigate climate disruptions & continue to feed the world.
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The Agri-preneur Mindset 🧠🔥

In this episode, Evan and I discuss the business vs. lifestyle discussion, farm business fundamentals, economic downturns, mindset, and opportunities.

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In talking with young producers, the cost of starting in farming is top of mind.

With land prices skyrocketing, how will the next generation afford to farm?

We need innovative strategies to ensure a sustainable future for #CdnAg .
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This is big news & great for propelling innovation 👇🏻
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Canadian agriculture leads in sustainable production, yet we lag in marketing our achievements.

It's time to amplify our voice & showcase our low-carbon farming to the world.

We need to turn our sustainability into a global advantage.
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Collaboration between University of Guelph Arrell Food Institute & U of Fraser Valley is key to driving ag innovation.

As a farmer, I know the #1 risk is bad policy.

This partnership is a step towards informed decisions that secure a sustainable future for #CdnAg .
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Enjoyed the conversations yesterday at #CdnCrops24 . Lots of good points were made about the importance of sustainability beyond just carbon as well as the opportunity to export #CdnAg knowledge & leadership globally.

If you attended, what were some of your key takeaways?

I was at the BASF conference last week -- unsurprisingly growers & industry leaders were talking about their concerns with human resources, land prices, interest rates & dropping commodity prices. But there was still a lot of optimism in the room. I'm happy BASF appointed a…

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