Farmers, Let’s Talk: The Reality of 2025 Farming – Storm Coming or Already Here?

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Farmers, Let’s Talk: The Reality of 2025 Farming – Storm Coming or Already Here?

Farmers, I want to hear what’s happening in your world right now. Because from where I’m sitting, there seems to be a big disconnect between what farmers are experiencing and what’s being talked about (or not talked about) publicly.

In this episode, I dive deep into the biggest hurdles farm families are facing today—from economic pressures and trade wars to the realities of running a farm and planning for the next generation.

I’m sharing what I’m hearing directly from farmers: the impact of tariffs, reduced commodity prices, rising input costs, and the strain these challenges are putting on operations.

My goal is to bridge the gap, shine a light on the harsh realities many are facing, and create an open space where farmers can share their thoughts.

Here’s what we cover:

[0:00] - Introduction
[1:52] - Is The Storm Coming Or Is It Here?
[5:00] - Mental Health Concerns
[6:51] - Economic Challenges: Grain prices down, cattle markets up but difficult to enter, and rising input costs.
[11:34] - Policy & Trade Wars: How government policies and global tensions impact your farm.
[13:36] - Farmers Accept Risk But...
[14:58] - Why Are Farmers Always Used as a Political Pawn?
[18:11] - Mental Health Issues - You Think?
[20:06] - Loans & Subsidies Are Not the Solution. Just Stop Using Agriculture as a Political Pawn!
[21:50] - Farmer, Mental Health & Harvesting
[20:37] - Business Management Concerns
[21:24] - Farmers Harvesting Another Loss
[22:13] - Farmers: You Are Not Alone
[29:27] - Transition Planning: Succession strategies, family dynamics, and keeping the farm in the family.
[40:40] - The Generational Clock is Ticking
[44:00] - Mission Critical for Family Farms
[45:20] - Parting Words & Motivation If you found value in this episode, subscribe for more great episodes.

Thanks so much for tuning in!

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Welcome to Impact Farming, Farm Marketer's video and audio show dedicated to helping Canadian farmers excel in the business of farming. Our goal with this show is to introduce our audience to the people and ideas that are going to make an IMPACT on their farming operation. 

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Tracy and her husband are cattle ranchers in South East, Manitoba. As host of the show, primary producer and agvocate, Tracy is passionate about helping farmers succeed in the business of farming. 

In each episode, Tracy chats with today's most successful farm advisors and industry leaders to bring our audience the best and most important ideas. 

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