By Dan Aberhart , Terry Aberhart
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The podcast currently has 114 episodes available.
In this episode of the Growing the Future podcast, host Terry invites Rick Block from the Canadian Food Grains Bank to discuss the organization's impactful work in global food security.
They share their personal experiences abroad, the history and mission of the Canadian Food Grains Bank, and the innovative Grow Hope initiative. Terry’s son Holden shares his unique perspective as a young man engaged in these critical issues.
This is all about giving, the importance of relationships, and how small acts can have profound impacts on communities around the world.
“The Full Man Does Not Understand the Wants of the Hungry” - Irish Proverb
Connect with Rick:
Website: https://foodgrainsbank.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CanadianFoodgrainsBank
X: https://x.com/Foodgrains
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodgrains
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/foodgrainsbank
Aberhart Family of Companies:
https://aberhartagsolutions.ca
https://aberhartfarms.com
https://suregrowth.ca
https://www.convergencegrowth.com
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Arthur’s story starts simple: a family farm, a small-town upbringing, and a job managing dealerships where loyalty wasn’t handed out, it was earned. As the dealerships grew, so did Arthur, taking on bigger roles until he eventually became President of Pattison Agriculture, responsible for 17 John Deere dealerships across Saskatchewan and Manitoba. It was more than just tractors—it was about building relationships, managing people, and proving you could hit your numbers no matter the season. Along the way, Arthur learned that customer satisfaction wasn’t just a strategy—it was survival. And survival’s a skill you don’t forget.
But it didn’t stop there. The Jim Pattison Group, a corporate giant with over 48,000 employees across 25 industries, saw something in him. Arthur became one of Pattison’s Vice Presidents, sitting at the same table as one of Canada’s most iconic businessmen. Jim Pattison’s leadership was simple and sharp: “Spend money like it’s your own,” and “Don’t do anything you wouldn’t want on the front page of the newspaper.” It was the kind of no-frills wisdom that fit Arthur like a glove.
In this episode, Arthur reflects on:
The lessons learned from farming and how they carried over into running dealerships and corporate boardrooms.
The challenges of balancing old-school agriculture with new business realities, including scaling operations while holding onto small-town values.
What he took away from working with one of Canada’s sharpest business minds—and why the hardest part wasn’t making it to the top, but staying there.
Now, Arthur’s back on prairie soil, working with Aberhart Group to build something real—businesses that serve their people, their customers, and the land. He’s traded in the skyscrapers for Saskatchewan sunsets, but the fight’s still the same: do right by people, take care of the customer, and build something that lasts.
Tune in for a conversation that’s as much about grit as it is about growth. Arthur’s journey is proof that whether you’re on a tractor or in a boardroom, it all comes down to knowing the value of hard work and the power of doing things the right way.
0:00 Introduction and Core Values
00:33 Welcome to the Growing the Future Podcast
00:48 Introducing Today's Esteemed Guest
01:15 Family of Companies Overview
02:09 Arthur Ward's Early Life and Career Beginnings
04:48 Transition to Agricultural Sales
07:36 Challenges and Successes in the Ag Industry
11:14 Leadership and Coaching Philosophy
18:00 Joining the Jim Pattison Group
18:51 Innovations and Future Plans
41:52 Adapting to Market Changes
43:19 Lessons from Farming
45:25 Unexpected Life Changes
48:33 Joining the Aberhart Group
53:45 The Role of Chief Integration Officer
56:51 Future Goals and Reflections
57:36 Rapid Fire Business Insights
01:02:29 Building Sustainable Businesses
01:14:02 Personal Reflections and Future Plans
Aberhart Family of Companies:
https://aberhartgroup.com
https://aberhartagsolutions.ca
https://aberhartfarms.com
https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
Ready to learn, unlearn, and relearn how you run your farm?
In this episode of the Growing the Future Podcast, Matt Gosling breaks down many different concepts that every farmer should have the opportunity to hear.
From balancing nitrogen, to building dynamic soil zones, to challenging the status quo, Matt shares his 21 years of hands-on experience in agronomy, offering practical insights for treating your farm like the multi-million dollar business it is.
These aren’t just theories—they’re hard-earned lessons on soil health, smart decision-making, and innovation that will push your farm to the next level. Hear how mentorship, continual learning, and entrepreneurial spirit are shaping the future of farming—plus, why family and purpose are just as important as innovation.
Explore the future of farming with AI, data, and proven agronomy practices.
Subscribe now to learn the keys to smarter, more profitable farming!
Connect with Matt:
Website: https://www.premiumag.ca/
Twitter: https://x.com/PremiumAg
Aberhart Family of Companies:
https://aberhartagsolutions.ca
https://aberhartfarms.com
https://suregrowth.ca
https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
When you've spent your life building your professional career after you left the family farm in the 80’s ...
When you're at the top of your game …
When you've got 35 years experience in the field of international agricultural fertility …
When you've been to 80 countries all around the world …
When you could ride out the last victory laps of your professional life in relative safety and comfort …
And yet, you decide that you can do more, you can offer value in a totally different way …
That you can become an entrepreneur and build a brand new business to change the world …
Yet through the many twists and turns you end up in a totally different spot than you anticipated!
And you end up fighting for your very life, against the very disease that took your father's life ...
When Jeff Ivan left the farm in the 80's, things were very different …
In this episode you will learn about balance in the soil and in your own life as Jeff recounts his challenges as he founded a brand new company, full of scientific innovation similar to the advances that saved his life from a terminal diagnosis!
Connect with Jeff:
Website: https://www.soilgenic.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soilgenic/
Twitter: https://x.com/Soilgenic
Aberhart Family of Companies:
https://aberhartagsolutions.ca
https://aberhartfarms.com
https://suregrowth.ca
https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
Join host Dan Aberhart on the Growing the Future podcast as he welcomes Jessica Janzen, a motivational speaker, mindset coach, author, and philanthropist.
Jessica shares her incredible journey of overcoming life challenges, including the heartbreaking loss of her son to Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Discover how her faith, resilience, and choice to bring joy have transformed her life and the lives of many others through the Love for Lewiston Foundation.
This episode dives deep into the importance of self-worth, the power of choice, and bringing joy, even in the hardest of times. Don’t miss this emotional and inspiring conversation that is sure to leave a lasting impact.
Steve and his wife Vanessa live near Three Hills, AB, with their three children. A Professional Agrologist and Certified Crop Advisor, Steve has supported farmers for over 25 years. He has a diploma in Crop Advisory and a B.Sc. in Agriculture Studies. In 2008, he received a Nuffield Scholarship to study controlled traffic farming.
In 2006, Steve founded Beyond Agronomy, providing agronomic services and strategies to farms in Canada and internationally. He also ran businesses in carbon and ag technology and published The Spark newsletter from 2008-2019.
A first-generation farmer since 2007, Steve operates a no-till research farm near Morrin, AB. He shares his expertise locally and internationally.
In his community, Steve enjoys making ice, coaching hockey, and winter activities with his family. He’s always ready for a brainstorming session.
Steve shares his vision for Nuffield Canada, including better communication and branding, and the goal of making the organization more widely known and impactful.
In this episode, Steve Larocque discusses:
Aberhart Family of Companies:
https://aberhartagsolutions.ca
https://aberhartfarms.com
https://suregrowth.ca
https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
In this episode you’ll hear a story about Craig’s farming background, his high regard for putting in a hard day’s work, and the turning point when being driven by success becomes a deeper desire to make an impact on the industry…and on the world.
Learn from Craig’s hands-on approach to aligning agribusiness solutions with growers’ needs and his experiences with the cutting-edge products and practices that are shaping the future of farming.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from the boots-on-the ground experiences of a fifth-generation family farmer from Virden, Manitoba. Tune in for a blend of personal stories and professional growth in agriculture.
In this episode we dive deep into the sheer grit and determination of Marcel Kringe, Founder & CEO of Bushel Plus. Join us to hear about an entrepreneurial journey like no other.
In the midst of a life-threatening car crash and the potential of not making it through the night at a hospital in Australia thousands of miles from home, Marcel made it through with the incredible support of his team, his family and a local South African family who helped him find community and faith.
Marcel’s journey is about his recovery and what he learned about being a good boss, building a people-first team culture, and scaling an agricultural equipment business using the right business structure.
It’s an episode you won’t want to miss.
➡️ CLICK HERE TO WATCH PT. 1 Marcel Kringe | Ag Entrepreneurship: The Essence of Happiness: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTrO4BQRosM
Connect with Marcel:
Website: https://bushelplus.ca/who-we-are/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BushelPlus/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BushelPlus
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bushelplus/
Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChiABoQgTTuxU9ZgdHpE4fg
Aberhart Family of Companies:
https://aberhartagsolutions.ca
https://aberhartfarms.com
https://suregrowth.ca
https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
Embark on an insightful exploration of the intersection between German culture and entrepreneurship with Marcel Kringe, the Founder of Bushel Plus.
Marcel unfolds his agricultural narrative, meandering through the rustic allure of German farming to the vast landscapes of Canada and Russia.
In part one, immerse yourself in the personal odyssey of adaptation, financial challenges, and the priceless lessons gleaned from the fields!
Rooted in a culture of unwavering diligence and commitment, shaped by family values, these principles resonate in the ethos of Bushel Plus today. Despite the geographical distance, the familial bond remains robust, and Marcel shares anecdotes from his upbringing.
This episode unfolds a tale of genuine camaraderie and infectious laughter. Grab your coffee and tune in as Dan and Marcel unravel his captivating story.
Stay tuned for part two—activate your notifications to ensure you don't miss the next chapter.
Connect with Marcel:
Website: https://bushelplus.ca/who-we-are/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BushelPlus/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BushelPlus
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bushelplus/
Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChiABoQgTTuxU9ZgdHpE4fg
Aberhart Family of Companies:
https://aberhartagsolutions.ca
https://aberhartfarms.com
https://suregrowth.ca
https://www.convergencegrowth.com
Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan
If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast
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