Opportunities Are On The Horizon, Is Your Team Ready? – By Sara Chambers
Recently, the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council published their labour market forecast “Sowing Seeds of Change”. The report goes into detail on some of the workforce challenges our industry will face between now and 2030. Producers report that recruitment...
Are you a duck or a goose when deciding how to lead? – by Terry Betker
I have fond memories of the tame ducks my mother had on the farm. It was entertaining to watch them waddle, as only ducks can do, down to the dugout in the morning. Then there’s the wonderment of geese flying in formation as they migrate seasonally. Prairie skies are...
Thank you, Jacquie Gerrard!
In the 32-year history of Backswath Management, many have played key roles in building the firm – and helping our clients succeed. That said, there’s only one Jacquie Gerrard. Since 2011, she has made a signature contribution to creating the Backswath we know today....Managing your farm through uncertainty – by Scott Kemp
Managing Your Farm Through Uncertainty When I talk to cattle producers, the main words I hear are “prices” and uncertainty” Prices are going up – land, feed, equipment, but uncertainty around the world and rising financial pressures in Canada are creating a lot of...