“Last year was a difficult year for everyone, globally. We saw a number of our events get cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic, one of them being Canada’s Farm Show. This year, after seeing the way so many in our industry, including ourselves, having to adjust to this new normal, the advisory committee decided we could go ahead with Canada’s Farm Show in an adjusted capacity, recognizing the show’s importance within the Ag industry.”

said Tim Reid, president and CEO of REAL.

The two-day virtual event will take place on June 16th and 17th and has a stacked line-up of speakers and panels. The first day will focus on one of the show’s pillars, Innovation, and the state of the industry, while the second day will revolve around International Trade and Export. Both days will be filled with panels, keynotes, innovations showcase and the Ag Tech Challenge. The two-day event is free for all those who register.

The list of scheduled speakers includes former Prime Minister, the Right Honourable, Stephen Harper, Saskatchewan’s 14th Premier, Brad Wall, financier and author, Lord Conrad Black and agrologist, agriculture consultant and entrepreneur, Robert Saik.

“Canada’s Farm Show is adjusting to the ways of the world we’re in right now. It was important to adapt and make the necessary changes to ensure we could still be a place for industry players to connect, a forum for meaningful dialogue and a showcase for innovation.”

said Jeff Cockwill, Canada’s Farm Show Advisory Committee Chair.

Minister of Agriculture, Honourable David Marit will also be a speaker at the event discussing the role of Agriculture in COVID recovery.

“Canada’s Farm Show is an important part of our agriculture community and we look forward to the show each year. Our province’s agriculture industry has found new safe ways to connect and adapt over the last year and I’m pleased to see Canada’s Farm Show do the same. This year’s virtual show is an opportunity for producers and businesses to learn about industry advancements and opportunities.”

Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit said.

Panel discussion topics will vary from a President’s Panel, Manufacturers Discussion, Mental Health, Exporting Panel, Western Canadian Technologies for Export and more.

“Canada’s Farm Show provides an important connection between the agri-business industry and the agricultural community, both of which are essential to our City’s economy. Safety remains everyone’s first priority. Taking Canada’s Farm Show into the virtual space is an innovative step that will allow this event to proceed safely and successfully.”

said, Mayor Masters.

The full detailed schedule will be released throughout the coming weeks.

Source: Canada Farm Show

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Ian started working with Redhead Equipment 12 years ago as a heavy duty technician for the truck and trailer division in Regina. Throughout his years at Redhead he has had the chance to work at other branches and expand on his experience in the field. He says,

“you get to meet a lot of people in your travels and help them out where it’s needed, so far it’s been a great experience.”

For Ian a regular day starts at eight AM or earlier depending on how busy the shop is, he gets in to work and is assigned jobs diagnosing and fixing customer’s trucks. Ian says,

“sometimes a customer needs a job done quickly to get back on the road and we at Redhead do whatever it takes to get the job done, which includes pulling guys off other jobs and working overtime; in the end it’s our customers that keep the business rolling.”

One of the challenges of working in his field is keeping up with new technology. The world of technology is always evolving and therefore our technicians are constantly going through training to learn about new innovations and updated technology. Ian says in contrast to that, solving troublesome problems and getting customers out the door satisfied is a very rewarding part of the job.

70 years:

“The product lines carried and our ability to get work turned around for the customers and dedication to service for our customers is what we are known for,” Ian added.

What does Redhead Equipment mean to you?

It feels like family and like home. When you’ve been here 11 years you build bonds with people. It’s a very family oriented company and I enjoy coming to work.

What might surprise us about you?

I have a soft side at times, I like to joke around with the guys all the time here but I have a soft side.

Given the chance who would you like to be for a day?

The engineers that design some of these trucks and fix some of the issues that we have!

What do you do with an hour of free time?

Spend with my 2 little boys out playing.

Where is your favorite place to travel?

Duck Mountain SK, camping and fishing.

Source: RedHead Equipment

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