<![CDATA[Dentons Agribusiness Podcast Series]]>a31df47b-9d9e-5660-a8ca-d980454cc48cTue, 22 Apr 2025 19:13:46 +0000Captivate.fmDentonshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/79a652ca-3a14-44d3-a64f-c3e1c4708857/7QUwAL-FIsnVXO_C0UIDuaJW.jpgDentons Agribusiness Podcast SeriesDentonsDentonsPodcast series looking at a key pillar to the Canada’s economic system, the agriculture and agri-food sector. From farming to distribution, advancements in ag-tech, food producers and manufacturers, this podcast series will exam the vast ecosystem that encompasses everything agriculture.https://dentons-agribusiness.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastAdvancing superfood innovation and unlocking the power of the Haskap BerryAdvancing superfood innovation and unlocking the power of the Haskap BerryIn episode 19, Heather Barnhouse speaks with Kiren Singh, Co-Founder of Haskalife, a Canadian company specializing in developing products from the haskap berry, a superfood native to northern boreal regions. Kiren shares her journey from a 30-year corporate career in the energy sector to founding Haskalife, discussing the challenges of educating consumers about the berry’s health benefits and its potential in the agribusiness market. She highlights the importance of collaboration and the growing support ecosystem for entrepreneurs, while outlining future plans for clinical studies and product expansion. To learn more, visit https://haskalife.ca/.

]]>In episode 19, Heather Barnhouse speaks with Kiren Singh, Co-Founder of Haskalife, a Canadian company specializing in developing products from the haskap berry, a superfood native to northern boreal regions. Kiren shares her journey from a 30-year corporate career in the energy sector to founding Haskalife, discussing the challenges of educating consumers about the berry’s health benefits and its potential in the agribusiness market. She highlights the importance of collaboration and the growing support ecosystem for entrepreneurs, while outlining future plans for clinical studies and product expansion. To learn more, visit https://haskalife.ca/.

]]>2b9c015d-9803-4b04-8a45-acc9f8fa8f68Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040042:52falsefull1919DentonsSupporting farm and food businesses through mentorship and strategic growthSupporting farm and food businesses through mentorship and strategic growthIn episode 18, Heather Barnhouse speaks with Katy Chang, Founder and Executive Chef of EatsPlace, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that supports farm and food businesses. In this episode, Katy shares her journey from chef to leader, highlighting the critical role of strategic mentorship in empowering agribusinesses to navigate challenges such as financial literacy, access to capital, and overcoming regulatory barriers. Katy also discusses her plans to expand EatsPlace to Alberta, where she sees strong potential for collaboration with local farmers and food producers. To learn more about EatsPlace and connect with Katy, visit https://eatsplace.com/.

]]>In episode 18, Heather Barnhouse speaks with Katy Chang, Founder and Executive Chef of EatsPlace, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that supports farm and food businesses. In this episode, Katy shares her journey from chef to leader, highlighting the critical role of strategic mentorship in empowering agribusinesses to navigate challenges such as financial literacy, access to capital, and overcoming regulatory barriers. Katy also discusses her plans to expand EatsPlace to Alberta, where she sees strong potential for collaboration with local farmers and food producers. To learn more about EatsPlace and connect with Katy, visit https://eatsplace.com/.

]]>7610ecbc-7349-4ea0-a5b7-616e24956841Wed, 26 Mar 2025 01:45:00 -040030:26falsefull1818DentonsFarming Success: tax strategies, business tools, and risk preventionFarming Success: tax strategies, business tools, and risk preventionHeather Barnhouse, KC, Keith Hennel and Adam Kotlowitz return to review key considerations that can help set farmers up for success. They will talk about the Canadian Entrepreneurs Incentive, capital gains exemptions, pros and cons of incorporation and joint ventures, what to look for when obtaining tax and legal advice, and how to help prevent risks and disputes along the way.

]]>Heather Barnhouse, KC, Keith Hennel and Adam Kotlowitz return to review key considerations that can help set farmers up for success. They will talk about the Canadian Entrepreneurs Incentive, capital gains exemptions, pros and cons of incorporation and joint ventures, what to look for when obtaining tax and legal advice, and how to help prevent risks and disputes along the way.

]]>931b657e-44cc-49b8-b187-10e2b3499464Wed, 26 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040015:07falsefull1717DentonsGrowing Success: Business strategies and succession in farmingGrowing Success: Business strategies and succession in farmingJoin Heather Barnhouse, KC, Keith Hennel and Adam Kotlowitz for insights on optimizing farm operations through smart planning. Farmers face unique challenges, from blending family and farm decisions to navigating demographic shifts that impact their industry. In this episode, we explore how these factors influence business structures and taxation for farmers, addressing the common dilemma of being land-rich but cash-poor.

]]>Join Heather Barnhouse, KC, Keith Hennel and Adam Kotlowitz for insights on optimizing farm operations through smart planning. Farmers face unique challenges, from blending family and farm decisions to navigating demographic shifts that impact their industry. In this episode, we explore how these factors influence business structures and taxation for farmers, addressing the common dilemma of being land-rich but cash-poor.

]]>d91934dc-62a8-44e3-a18e-5422b2f32a78Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -040016:31falsefull1616DentonsAdvancing Agribusiness: Leadership, Innovation, and Animal Health with Corlena PattersonAdvancing Agribusiness: Leadership, Innovation, and Animal Health with Corlena PattersonTune in as Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, engages in a thought-provoking discussion with agribusiness leader Corlena Patterson, Executive Director at the Canadian Sheep Federation and CEO of PrüvIT Technologies Inc., to explore her dedication to improving animal health and welfare through progressive policies, innovative programs, and advanced technology.

During their conversation, Corlena underscores the significance of proactive disease detection and efficient outbreak tracing, reflecting on her lifelong commitment to agriculture—a passion rooted in her childhood on a farm. She also shares highlights from her book, which offers a detailed examination of RCMP horses. For more information and to connect with Corlena, visit www.cansheep.ca and www.pruvit.io.

]]>Tune in as Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, engages in a thought-provoking discussion with agribusiness leader Corlena Patterson, Executive Director at the Canadian Sheep Federation and CEO of PrüvIT Technologies Inc., to explore her dedication to improving animal health and welfare through progressive policies, innovative programs, and advanced technology.

During their conversation, Corlena underscores the significance of proactive disease detection and efficient outbreak tracing, reflecting on her lifelong commitment to agriculture—a passion rooted in her childhood on a farm. She also shares highlights from her book, which offers a detailed examination of RCMP horses. For more information and to connect with Corlena, visit www.cansheep.ca and www.pruvit.io.

]]>8222f6d9-286a-449f-bd78-9422120e9b84Fri, 03 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -040059:22falsefull1515DentonsResults Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) for a prosperous industryResults Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) for a prosperous industryIn episode 14, Dr. Mark Redmond, CEO of Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) joins us to explore how their initiatives and data enable Alberta producers to thrive. Dr. Redmond shares how RDAR contributes to agriculture research in the province for both crops and livestock, from developing seeds to processing food products for the end consumer.

]]>In episode 14, Dr. Mark Redmond, CEO of Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) joins us to explore how their initiatives and data enable Alberta producers to thrive. Dr. Redmond shares how RDAR contributes to agriculture research in the province for both crops and livestock, from developing seeds to processing food products for the end consumer.

]]>f2d64489-5307-4362-a2a6-dc639f340d77Tue, 28 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -040007:35falsefull1414DentonsHelping farmers tackle climate change with On-Farm Climate Action FundHelping farmers tackle climate change with On-Farm Climate Action FundIn episode 13, Fiona Briody introduces the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF), intended to reduce emissions, support production efficiencies, foster sustainability and resiliency on farm operations.

]]>In episode 13, Fiona Briody introduces the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF), intended to reduce emissions, support production efficiencies, foster sustainability and resiliency on farm operations.

]]>a4c3f3f3-03a0-4c4e-a69b-a736a310bb5dFri, 17 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -040006:06falsefull1313DentonsMotivated entrepreneur educating and nurturing AgTech growthMotivated entrepreneur educating and nurturing AgTech growthIn episode 12, we interview Luke Silinski who is working to get agriculture technology education in the hands and homes of rural and underserved kids across Canada.

]]>In episode 12, we interview Luke Silinski who is working to get agriculture technology education in the hands and homes of rural and underserved kids across Canada.

]]>15d59adf-7d75-4585-b916-2888491219e0Fri, 20 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -040007:54falsefull1212DentonsAgSmart – ATB from an Agriculture lensAgSmart – ATB from an Agriculture lensIn episode 11, Jon Neutens, Vice President of Agriculture at ATB, shares AgTech insights touching on innovations, using data, and optimizing the industry’s value chain.

]]>In episode 11, Jon Neutens, Vice President of Agriculture at ATB, shares AgTech insights touching on innovations, using data, and optimizing the industry’s value chain.

]]>d3eb7106-2f59-490b-8dd0-40ced09fd4f8Mon, 19 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040020:43falsefull1111DentonsAgSmart – EY talks agriculture and the industry’s technological advancementAgSmart – EY talks agriculture and the industry’s technological advancementIn episode 10, Alison Jackson, EY Managing Partner in Calgary, reviews the technologies being used in the agriculture sector, the array of challenges, and the solutions the industry and entrepreneurs are leveraging.

]]>In episode 10, Alison Jackson, EY Managing Partner in Calgary, reviews the technologies being used in the agriculture sector, the array of challenges, and the solutions the industry and entrepreneurs are leveraging.

]]>b1020637-d78c-4fc0-ab62-8e4e08ba9cd8Wed, 07 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040032:49falsefull1010DentonsWhat investors should know about investing in agricultural lands in QuebecWhat investors should know about investing in agricultural lands in QuebecIn episode 9 of the Agribusiness podcast, lawyers Stephen Lloyd, James Proctor and Ryan Holland provide an overview of what you need to know about investing in agricultural lands in Québec.

]]>In episode 9 of the Agribusiness podcast, lawyers Stephen Lloyd, James Proctor and Ryan Holland provide an overview of what you need to know about investing in agricultural lands in Québec.

]]>b9240dee-84a1-4b52-8a34-cf0009dd0961Fri, 25 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -040010:22falsefull99DentonsModernizing the live seafood industryModernizing the live seafood industryEpisode 8 features Sheamus MacDonald, Co-founder of Sedna Technologies, winner of our 2021 AgTech Pitch Competition. Sheamus talks about the cool and unique devices his company has developed to help the live seafood industry operate more efficiently through data capture technologies. More information about Sedna Technologies can be found here.

]]>Episode 8 features Sheamus MacDonald, Co-founder of Sedna Technologies, winner of our 2021 AgTech Pitch Competition. Sheamus talks about the cool and unique devices his company has developed to help the live seafood industry operate more efficiently through data capture technologies. More information about Sedna Technologies can be found here.

]]>df0b3d2c-b5f8-44ef-9a3f-4165dc2bd50aThu, 28 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -040016:40falsefull88DentonsTrends and challenges facing Canada’s agriculture sectorTrends and challenges facing Canada’s agriculture sectorEpisode 7 features Sasha Musij, Director, Agribusiness & Agrifood Market Development at ATB Financial, a financial institution and Crown corporation wholly owned by the Province of Alberta. In episode 7 we chat about the trends and challenges many Canadian producers are facing as the industry evolves and adapts to meet the needs of a growing world population. ATB Financial has a large agriculture team that provides business support and financing solutions to the agribusiness and agri-food sectors in Alberta. More information about ATB Financial agriculture financing products can be found here. Sash Musij can be contacted directly at: smusij@atb.com

]]>Episode 7 features Sasha Musij, Director, Agribusiness & Agrifood Market Development at ATB Financial, a financial institution and Crown corporation wholly owned by the Province of Alberta. In episode 7 we chat about the trends and challenges many Canadian producers are facing as the industry evolves and adapts to meet the needs of a growing world population. ATB Financial has a large agriculture team that provides business support and financing solutions to the agribusiness and agri-food sectors in Alberta. More information about ATB Financial agriculture financing products can be found here. Sash Musij can be contacted directly at: smusij@atb.com

]]>c7fb37e0-d4ea-4a46-9638-4bafd702b9d6Tue, 14 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -040024:28falsefull77DentonsThe Little Potato CompanyThe Little Potato CompanyEpisode 6 features Angela Santiago, co-founder and CEO of The Little Potato Company, a world leading producer of Creamer potatoes. Angela and her father started the company in 1996 and has grown the company to over 400 employees supplying grocery stores across the U.S. and Canada. In this episode Angela talks about her journey through entrepreneurship and shares her insights on the agri-food industry. More information about The Little Potato Company can be found at www.littlepotatoes.com

]]>Episode 6 features Angela Santiago, co-founder and CEO of The Little Potato Company, a world leading producer of Creamer potatoes. Angela and her father started the company in 1996 and has grown the company to over 400 employees supplying grocery stores across the U.S. and Canada. In this episode Angela talks about her journey through entrepreneurship and shares her insights on the agri-food industry. More information about The Little Potato Company can be found at www.littlepotatoes.com

]]>2b6a1bad-abe2-414e-b482-53f37ff8e7faWed, 28 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -040018:50falsefull66DentonsTax relief for intergenerational business transfersTax relief for intergenerational business transfersEpisode 5 features Keith Hennel, Partner and lead of our Tax group in Edmonton. Many operators in the farming community have said that Canadian tax law involving intergenerational transfer of business assets unintentionally put family members at a disadvantage compared to third parties when it comes to sale of business assets. Bill C208 is a private members bill that passed Senate approval on June 22, 2021 that attempts to address the tax law around intergenerational transfer of business assets. You can find Keith’s contact information here.

]]>Episode 5 features Keith Hennel, Partner and lead of our Tax group in Edmonton. Many operators in the farming community have said that Canadian tax law involving intergenerational transfer of business assets unintentionally put family members at a disadvantage compared to third parties when it comes to sale of business assets. Bill C208 is a private members bill that passed Senate approval on June 22, 2021 that attempts to address the tax law around intergenerational transfer of business assets. You can find Keith’s contact information here.

]]>a512d2ee-e590-4145-aeda-1af5d40e9facMon, 28 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -040014:00falsefull55DentonsRecruiting talent for your businessRecruiting talent for your businessEpisode 4 features Jeff Mercer, Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at David Aplin Group. For many entrepreneurs, attracting and maintaining the right talent especially during the growth phase of their company is often a challenging task. In connection with our AgTech Pitch Competition, we wanted to share some of Jeff’s insights on recruitment strategies for both the agricultural industry and more broadly, the technology space. David Aplin Group has been recruiting to fulfill talent demands for businesses across Canada for over 40 years. More information about David Aplin Group can be found at: https://www.aplin.com/ 

]]>Episode 4 features Jeff Mercer, Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at David Aplin Group. For many entrepreneurs, attracting and maintaining the right talent especially during the growth phase of their company is often a challenging task. In connection with our AgTech Pitch Competition, we wanted to share some of Jeff’s insights on recruitment strategies for both the agricultural industry and more broadly, the technology space. David Aplin Group has been recruiting to fulfill talent demands for businesses across Canada for over 40 years. More information about David Aplin Group can be found at: https://www.aplin.com/ 

]]>402be0b4-18c7-4847-8043-08ec955fa2d2Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -040018:27falsefull44DentonsManaging the professional and entrepreneurial lifeManaging the professional and entrepreneurial lifeEpisode 3 features Kamala Patel, Founder and CEO of Luxidea Inc. and a Professor at the University of Calgary. For many startup entrepreneurs, balancing everyday work life while trying to build a new company can be very challenging. In connection with our AgTech Pitch Competition, we wanted to share Kamala’s journey and provide some insight on how entrepreneurs can channel their professional life into a startup success. Luxidea is a company that identifies high impact innovations created by academic and health care professionals and moves them into the marketplace. More information about Luxidea can be found at: https://www.luxidea.ca/ 


]]>Episode 3 features Kamala Patel, Founder and CEO of Luxidea Inc. and a Professor at the University of Calgary. For many startup entrepreneurs, balancing everyday work life while trying to build a new company can be very challenging. In connection with our AgTech Pitch Competition, we wanted to share Kamala’s journey and provide some insight on how entrepreneurs can channel their professional life into a startup success. Luxidea is a company that identifies high impact innovations created by academic and health care professionals and moves them into the marketplace. More information about Luxidea can be found at: https://www.luxidea.ca/ 


]]>273f2d17-7ae7-4990-9fb3-c91b64a0818fThu, 20 May 2021 09:00:00 -040022:09falsefull33DentonsVenture capital and investing in AgTechVenture capital and investing in AgTechIn episode 2 we chat with Dony Zaidi, Canadian Managing Director at Checkmate Capital, about the financial and venture capital side of AgTech in Canada. Checkmate Capital is made up of an experienced team of investment, transaction and finance professionals focused on investing across a range of industries including bio tech, ag tech, waste and energy. More information about Checkmate capital can be found at: https://www.checkmatecapital.net/

]]>In episode 2 we chat with Dony Zaidi, Canadian Managing Director at Checkmate Capital, about the financial and venture capital side of AgTech in Canada. Checkmate Capital is made up of an experienced team of investment, transaction and finance professionals focused on investing across a range of industries including bio tech, ag tech, waste and energy. More information about Checkmate capital can be found at: https://www.checkmatecapital.net/

]]>61d0e909-7137-47e9-a132-8798a4335fc3Thu, 13 May 2021 09:00:00 -040028:11falsefull22DentonsThe AgTech Landscape in CanadaThe AgTech Landscape in CanadaThe AgTech Podcast is a series that looks into how technology is changing the way we develop, operate, and manage our agricultural industry in Canada. In episode 1 we chat with Marc Elrick, Principal at Critical Path Group, about what the AgTech landscape in Canada looks like and what exciting new developments are emerging in this space. Critical Path Group hosts one of the leading AgTech conferences annually in Canada, the Agri Tech Venture Forum, where up-and-coming AgTech companies pitch their concept to an international audience of investors. The Agri Tech Venture Forum, which Dentons is proud to sponsor and be part of this year, runs from June 2 – 3 virtually. More information can be found at: https://agritechventureforum.com/

]]>The AgTech Podcast is a series that looks into how technology is changing the way we develop, operate, and manage our agricultural industry in Canada. In episode 1 we chat with Marc Elrick, Principal at Critical Path Group, about what the AgTech landscape in Canada looks like and what exciting new developments are emerging in this space. Critical Path Group hosts one of the leading AgTech conferences annually in Canada, the Agri Tech Venture Forum, where up-and-coming AgTech companies pitch their concept to an international audience of investors. The Agri Tech Venture Forum, which Dentons is proud to sponsor and be part of this year, runs from June 2 – 3 virtually. More information can be found at: https://agritechventureforum.com/

]]>2d58fc03-31a8-4b1d-b018-2bf8d3e5407fMon, 10 May 2021 00:00:00 -040025:48falsefull11Dentons