Pulse of the Prairies

Dec 05 2024 68 ep. 27 mins 9
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Welcome to Saskatchewan Pulse Growers' monthly podcast, Pulse of the Prairies, where each month we tackle the topics that are important to pulse crop farmers including market opportunities for your crop, market access and trade policy developments, innovative agronomic approaches, transportation for Canadian crops, and a whole lot more.

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2025 Winter Event Roundup

Dec 05 2024 4 mins  
Winter is upon us, and Saskatchewan Pulse Growers has several education and networking opportunities available to producers and agronomists in the coming months. In this episode, SPG Agronomy Managers give you a sneak peak of what to expect at the upcoming Pulse Variety Seminar, Winter Pulse Meetings, and Annual General Meeting. To learn more about these events and register, visit

Pulse Seed Growers Discuss New Pulse Varieties and LVC Faba Bean News

Nov 26 2024 33 mins  
In this episode SPG's Seed Program Manager chats with Lynnell Pomedli from Seed Source and Ken McDougall from McDougall Acres. They discuss new pulse varieties including chickpeas, lentils, and peas. Are you aware of the regulatory changes coming to the faba bean market? This episode provides essential information for growers about low vicine/convicine (LVC) faba beans and consider

Grower Advocacy with Grain Growers of Canada

Nov 05 2024 42 mins  
In this episode, SPG’s Executive Director is joined by Kyle Larkin from Grain Growers Canada (GGC) and Brad Blackwell, SPG Director. Their discussion highlights many recent accomplishments and ongoing policy initiatives that GGC focuses on. From the Canada Entrepreneurs' Incentive Program to follow up on the rail strike, learn how GGC is working to advocate for Canadian farmers.

Root Rot in Western Canadian Pulses

Sep 10 2024 42 mins  
In this episode, SPG’s Director of Research & Development is joined by a panel of experts: SPG Agronomy Manager, Research and Extension Manager with Alberta Pulse Growers, and Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers Executive Director. They discuss new developments in the fight against root rot in pulses, including the Root Rot Task Force, collaboration and new initiatives, signif

Pulse Harvest Update

Aug 07 2024 21 mins  
Pulse harvest is underway in some areas of the province, while others are expected to begin soon. In this episode, SPG’s Agronomy Managers, Meagen Reed and Mike Brown, along with SPG summer student Emily Wudrick, discuss how pulses are faring as they make their way to the bin. Additional Resources: Review Harvest Aid Options for Pulses Check the 2024 Product Advisory Try the

Seeding Success: Navigating the Future of Pulse Breeding, Variety Commercialization, & Royalties

Jul 22 2024 71 mins  
Missed our Ag in Motion kick-off breakfast? Catch the conversation in this episode, where RealAgriculture’s Shaun Haney hosts a dynamic panel of industry experts to explore the innovative pathways shaping the future of pulse breeding, variety commercialization, and royalties. Hear why building a competitive breeding environment is essential for the pulse industry to remain compe

Pulse Market Update with Marlene Boersch

Jul 04 2024 27 mins  
Statistics Canada published their estimates of principal field crop areas for the year 2024 on June 27. In this episode of the Pulse of the Prairies podcast Jasmine Hanson, SPG’s Digital Marketing Manager, interviews Marlene Boersch of Mercantile Consulting Venture to discuss her thoughts on the report and its findings, where global supply and demand are currently sitting, and he

Crop Protection Tips for an Export-Ready Harvest

Jun 18 2024 20 mins  
In this episode, SPG Agronomy Manager Meagen Reed talks to Greg Bartley, Director of Crop Protection & Crop Quality with Pulse Canada. Their discussion includes the product advisory guidelines for pulses and the market risks that can arise from using certain crop protection products off-label. Listen to this episode to learn how to keep your pulse crop export-ready.

Pulse Market Development Update

May 29 2024 27 mins  
In this episode, Amber Johnson, SPG’s Director of Marketing & Communications, is joined by Dr. Julianne Curran, Vice President, Market Innovation at Pulse Canada, to discuss the results of Canadian national market development efforts over the past year. Their discussion touches on outcomes such as using peas in pet food, serving lentils on foodservice menus, and developments

Fields of Green: 2024 Summer Pulse Projects

May 22 2024 11 mins  
Summer is knocking on the door and SPG's Agronomy team has several projects and events keeping them on the road this year. In this latest episode SPG Agronomy Managers Meagen Reed and Mike Brown introduce our 2024 Summer Field Agronomist, Emily Wudrick, and discuss the work she will be doing to monitor pulse fields across Saskatchewan in the coming months. Meagen explains this