Digging In with UFA

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Founded in 1909, UFA Co-operative Limited is an Alberta-based agricultural co-operative with more than 120,000 member-owners. UFA’s network comprises more than 114 bulk fuel and Cardlock Petroleum locations, 34 Farm & Ranch Supply stores and a support office in Calgary, AB. Independent Petroleum Agents and over 1,000 UFA employees provide products, services and agricultural solutions to farmers, ranchers, members and commercial customers in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.

  1. JAN 14

    The Truth About Beef Part 1

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Is beef production bad for the environment? Should you feel bad about enjoying a nice, juicy steak? In this episode of Digging In with UFA, we unearth some of the myths and realities of beef production, cattle ranching and public perceptions of one of the world’s most cherished foods. Comedian, media personality and rancher, Dickson ‘Quick Dick McDick’ Delorme joins cattle rancher, agriculture advocate and blogger, Adrienne Ivey, for a conversation about the realities of beef production in the modern age. What should consumers know about beef that isn’t often discussed? How do ranchers maintain momentum during tumultuous economic times? Grab your forks and get ready to dig into another episode of Digging In with UFA.  Our Guests Dickson Delorme - Quick Dick McDick Dickson Delorme created the Quick Dick McDick character through Snapchat as a way to capture the everyday humour of life on the farm. Now with a successful YouTube Channel and a stand-up comedy career under his belt buckle, Quick Dick has become a humorous voice for agriculture’s finest, with an engaging personality that resonates with anyone experiencing the wins and woes of cattle ranching. Adrienne Ivey - Evergreen Cattle Co. / View From The Ranch Porch Adrienne Ivey loves raising the beef on your plate, and talking about it! She is a rancher, agriculture advocate and blogger from Ituna, Saskatchewan. Alongside her family, she owns and runs Evergreen Cattle Co. and educates the public about the realities of ranching on social media and her blog, View From The Ranch Porch.  About UFA  UFA Co-operative was founded in 1909. The co-operative was formed by farmers, for farmers, with the belief that we can accomplish more when we work together. 117 years later, UFA has grown into one of Canada's largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives, offering the products, services and support for the farmers and ranchers who feed the world. As a co-operative, UFA is member-owned and today, its membership has grown to over 180,000. UFA continues the movement started over a century ago by serving and advocating for members of the agricultural community and beyond. At the heart of this commitment is ensuring the voice of the farmer is brought to the decision-making table. UFA is proud to give back to rural communities, ensuring they thrive for generations to come. Learn more at UFA.com. Credits Host: Don Shafer, PhD Guests: Dickson Delorme, Adrienne Ivey Senior Writer: Eric La Febre Showrunner: Jessica Grajczyk Audio Engineer: Scott Whittaker Executive Producer: Jennifer Smith Contributor: Trish Nixon #podcast #farming

    32 min

  2. 12/03/2025

    Digging In with UFA - Women In Agriculture

    Season 2 Episode 1 Did you know women could own cattle before they could vote? In this episode of Digging In with UFA, we learn about the realities, misconceptions and histories of women in agriculture. Joined by beef producer and educator, Josie Pashulka, and rancher and author, Rachel Herbert, we take a look at the reality of women’s roles in Canadian agriculture from generations past to present day. What unique perspectives do they bring to the industry? What does innovation and leadership look like for women in Ag? What role does gender play in the history of legacy ranches and homesteads? Grab your shovels and join us as we dig into another fascinating topic on Digging In with UFA.  Our Guests Josie Pashulka - Rusylvia Cattle Co.  Josie Pashulka and her husband Ken co-founded the Rusylvia Cattle Co. 31 years ago. With the help of their three sons, they operate the 400-cow operation in Derwent, Alberta. Josie advocates for producers and helps strengthen the industry as an Alberta Beef Producers Delegate. She also leads the industry as an educator and a preeminent voice in artificial insemination at Lakeland College, where she helps train the next generation of livestock professionals. She has been recognized for her work with a 2025 Women in Ag Award by Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) highlighting her impact, resilience and dedication to agriculture.  Rachel Herbert - Trail’s End Beef Rachel Herbert co-owns and operates Trail’s End Beef near Nanton, Alberta, where she and her husband Tyler raise grass-fed, grass-finished, red and black Angus cattle using regenerative practices. As advocates for sustainability, their ranching model emphasizes rotational grazing, watershed protection and ecological stewardship of native grasslands in Porcupine Hills. Holding an MA from the University of Calgary, Rachel is the author of Ranching Women in Southern Alberta, a groundbreaking book that challenges myths and highlights the vital roles women have played in ranching history. As a fourth-generation rancher raising the fifth, Rachel draws on her family’s deep roots in Alberta ranching, including stories of her great-grandmother’s resilience during the Great Depression. About UFA  UFA Co-operative was founded in 1909. The co-operative was formed by farmers, for farmers, with the belief that we can accomplish more when we work together. 116 years later, UFA has grown into one of Canada's largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives, offering the products, services and support for the farmers and ranchers who feed the world. As a co-operative, UFA is member-owned and today, its membership has grown to over 180,000. UFA continues the movement started over a century ago by serving and advocating for members of the agricultural community and beyond. At the heart of this commitment is ensuring the voice of the farmer is brought to the decision-making table. UFA is proud to give back to rural communities, ensuring they thrive for generations to come. Learn more at UFA.com. Credits Host: Dr. Don Shafer, PhD Guests: Josie Pashulka, Rachel Herbert Senior Writer: Eric La Febre Showrunner: Jessica Grajczyk Audio Producer: Scott Whittaker Executive Producer: Jennifer Smith Contributor: Trish Nixon

    40 min

  3. SEASON 2 TRAILER

    Trailer: Season 2

    Welcome to Diggin In With UFA: Season 2 It takes a certain kind of ambition to do what farmers do. Between the hours and the hard labor, to the public scrutiny and bureaucratic maze running, it's not an easy task. While the agriculture industry feeds millions quietly tilling and producing behind the scenes, many forget that our food comes from the hands of real people with real stories. Join us as we share stories from those with boots on the ground and unearth unique perspectives onagriculture's biggest conversations. It's time to grab your shovel and get to work. #podcast #farming

    1 min

  4. 10/22/2025

    Digging in with UFA - Weather and Agriculture

    Digging in with UFA - Weather and Agriculture  Farmers rely on some level of predictability. Season over season, being able to forecast a certain amount of rainfall is a more difficult task. Is this something new or, like the farmers and ranchers of generations past, is Mother Nature just keeping us on our toes? This week we are digging in on Weather and Agriculture. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion with the CEO of the Alberta Cattle Feeders Association, both nationally and provincially, Janice Tranberg and Rancher, Comedian and Youtube Personality known commonly as Quick Dick McDick, Dickson Delorme, while we dig to the root of Canadian Agriculture's most pressing topics. Guided by our host Don Shafer in partnership with  UFA Co-operative, we’re ready to dig in. Are you?  #podcast #farming

    23 min

  5. 09/10/2025

    Digging in with UFA - Technology in Agriculture

    With technology rapidly transforming nearly every sector of production and business worldwide, how is agriculture adapting and integrating these advancements into daily operations? And for those newly entering the sector who have grown up in this technological era, what role will they play in shaping the future of tech in agriculture? This week we are digging in on technology in agriculture. Join as we listen to true blue discussions from President of Red Deer Polytechnic Stuart Cullum and Alberta Farmer and Agricultural Social Media Advocate Charlotte Wasylik while we dig to the root of Canadian Agriculture's most pressing conversations. Guided by our host Don Shafer in partnership with UFA Co-operative, we’re ready to dig in. Are you? https://rdpolytech.ca/about-us/faculty/stuart-cullum https://ca.linkedin.com/in/cullumstuart @stuartfcullum @RedDeerPolytech @chatsworthfarm @prariebirder https://albertaopenfarmdays.ca/farm/chatsworth-farm https://www.facebook.com/chatsworthfarm/ https://www.youtube.com/@chatsworthfarm579Instagram.com/chatsworth farm #ruraltechnology #agtech https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/science https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/science/scientific-research-and-collaboration-agriculture/agricult ure-and-agri-food-canadas-strategic-plan-science

    47 min

  6. 07/30/2025

    Digging in with UFA - Family Farm Dynamics and Succession Planning

    Digging in with UFA - Family Farm Dynamics and Succession Planning  Planning for the future is tricky. From unexpected life events and the sudden loss of loved ones to maintaining the legacy of a family business, preparing for succession and adapting to life's hurdles is no easy task. This week we are digging into family farm dynamics and succession planning in agriculture. Join us for insightful discussions with Maggie Van Camp, Founder and Director for Strategic Change at Loft32 and CEO of Recrest Farms, and Trevor McClean, National Leader for Transition Smart Services. Together, we'll explore the most pressing issues in Canadian agriculture. Guided by our host Don Shafer, in partnership with UFA Co-operative, we're ready to dig in. Are you? #podcast #farming

    24 min

  7. 06/18/2025

    Digging in with UFA - Rural Mental Health

    Digging in with UFA - Rural Mental Health On the farm, preparing and protecting yourself from the hazards and dangers associated with the labour of production can be a taxing endeavor.  So much so that we tend to forget about the mental stressors that can creep in. When it comes to mental health, what do advocacy and outreach look like? How deep does the stigma associated with mental health struggles run within agricultural communities? What do we do to change things? This week we are digging in on rural mental health. Join us for an honest and real conversation with Leslie Kelly, Social Media Mental Health Advocate, Do More Ag Founder, and Saskatchewan Farmer, along with Shaun Haney, Host of Realag Radio on SiriusXM and Founder of realagriculture.com. Together, we'll explore mental health in Canadian agriculture. Guided by our host Don Shafer, in partnership with UFA Co-operative, we're ready to dig in. Are you?  #DoMoreAg #highheelsandcanolafields #RealAg #ShaunHaney #LesleyKelly #LetsTalk #MentalHealthMatters @realagriculture https:/ /www.linkedin.com/company/realagriculture @realagmedia shaney@realagriculture.com #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #podcast

    36 min

  8. 05/21/2025

    Digging in with UFA - Tariffs and Agriculture

    Digging in with UFA - Tariffs and Agriculture It’s no surprise that many people feel anxious about the future of trade, especially with the recent implementation of new tariffs. As we examine their real-world impact, a key question emerges: how can agriculture—both large-scale and small-scale—protect itself from the rising costs and prepare for future, unpredictable shifts in global trade? This week, we’re digging into the topic of tariffs and their effects on agriculture. Join us for an insightful conversation featuring Scott Crockatt, Vice President of Communications and External Relations at the Business Council of Alberta (BCA), and Margaret Rigetti, farmer and Board Director at Sask OilSeeds. Guided by host Don Shafer and presented in partnership with UFA Co-operative, we’ll explore the root of some of Canadian agriculture’s most pressing issues. We’re ready to dig in—are you? Further Discussion and Mentioned Information Agriculture and agri-food trade between Canada and the United States - agriculture.canada.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/programs/international-trade-finance-policy/canadas- response-us-tariffs/complete-list-us-products-subject-to-counter-tariffs.html https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2025/03/li

    45 min
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Founded in 1909, UFA Co-operative Limited is an Alberta-based agricultural co-operative with more than 120,000 member-owners. UFA’s network comprises more than 114 bulk fuel and Cardlock Petroleum locations, 34 Farm & Ranch Supply stores and a support office in Calgary, AB. Independent Petroleum Agents and over 1,000 UFA employees provide products, services and agricultural solutions to farmers, ranchers, members and commercial customers in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.

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  • Creator
    UFA Co-operative
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 UFA Co-operative
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