#124 | Who Pays? The Impact of Tariffs on U.S. and Canadian Ag

01/04/2025 32 min Episodio 124
#124 | Who Pays? The Impact of Tariffs on U.S. and Canadian Ag

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What do tariffs mean for relations between the U.S. and Canada? Toban Dyck, an Ag Journalist and fifth-generation grain farmer from Winkler, Manitoba, joins us for a conversation about the ripple effect of tariffs on agriculture. Toban breaks down the importance of strong relationships, communication amidst uncertainty, and how Canadian producers and U.S. importers may be impacted. Chapters:00:00  Introduction: Toban Dyck & Tariffs03:04  Understanding Tariffs: A Basic Explanation04:36  The Devastating Effects on Canadian Markets07:46  Potash and Manufacturing: Key Trade Factors11:10  Seeking New Markets: Canada's Response14:04  The Great Plains: A Borderless Agricultural Region16:24  Maintaining Strong Relationships17:35  Government Changes and Responses19:58  Finding the Silver Lining: Wake-Up Call for Markets21:44  Toban's Family History: Fifth-Generation Farmer24:12  Farm Evolution: From Livestock to Grain26:13  Returning to the Family Farm27:24  Family and Farm Life28:53  The Uncertainty of Tariffs: How Long Will They Last?30:35  Hopeful Connections and DC Lobbying31:27  Seeking Resolution: Value of U.S. and Canadian Relations32:19  Closing RemarksRelated Content:#122 | Drainage in Ontario: Balancing Agriculture & the Environment#34 | The Birth of an Industry, Eh?#54 | Building Wealth Through Tiling; Insights from Canada’s Original Installer#8 | Cause & Effect: Plastic Resin SupplyBurr Forest GroupFind us on social media!Facebook Twitter InstagramListen on these podcast platformsApple Podcasts Spotify YouTube MusicYouTubeVisit our website to explore more episodes & water management education.

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