
The farmer’s playbook
Consider these plays to arrive, thrive and survive in 2025

Farming in a high-cost environment

Summer Series: Choosing the right time to quit farming isn’t easy
[Land] Rumours flew when Bobbie and Mark Bratrud decided to leave the farm. But sometimes an exit is a carefully considered decision

Summer Series: Only farmers know real risk
[Leadership] In a world that crashes from crisis to crisis, Ontario farmer Amy Cronin went on a global search for farmers who excel at risk management. Here’s what she learned

Bovine flu a reminder of risk management in markets
While recent price drops have limited options, cow-calf producers can still lock in a profit, says market analyst

Flu outbreak sees buyers balk at beef futures
Cash prices fairly level; beef producers should look into risk management tools, analysts say

Ontario extends deadline to lock in RMP coverage
Final date to secure coverage moved to June 30

Foreign worker isolation support extended
Federal program extended alongside federal restrictions

Report links business management, mental health of farmers
Farm women, young farmers report higher levels of stress, difficulties coping

Thinking about risk?
Next Steps: As Seth Godin says, it’s easier to paddle a canoe on a calm lake. Here’s a practical strategy for smoothing out the waves