Thought Leadership
Spaces for critical thought in agriculture are important. Being curious, feeling supported enough to be wrong, and being skeptical about what you’re told – these, and others, are tenets of thought leadership. This website is intended to facilitate, encourage, and distribute the thoughtful treatment of issues affecting farmers, the ag industry, and the culture that surrounds them.
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Advice to Design Grads
Michelle Houlden is the owner and creative director of Maverick Studios, a Saskatoon-based branding and design company that partners with Burr Forest Group to provide expert design and strategic marketing services to its clients. Visit her at maverick-studios.ca. Dear Vanessa, Thank you for your recent email. You asked to meet with me to discuss potential…
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Burr Forest Group Wins Three CFWF Awards
[Winnipeg, MB, Oct. 1, 2025] – Burr Forest Group (BFG) is excited to share that it was honoured with three awards at the Canadian Farmer Writers’ Federation (CFWF) annual banquet held in Winnipeg, MB on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. “These recognitions reinforce our role as extension and communications leaders—translating research into plain language, telling stories…
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Why Agriculture Still Inspires Me
Growing up on a farm, agriculture has always been part of my foundation. I saw firsthand the mix of grit, resilience, and optimism it takes to feed the world. Even as a kid, I understood that agriculture wasn’t just a job—it was a way of life. That early passion led me to pursue a degree…
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A Serendipitous Reunion, Fruitful Visit: Discovering Research in Nova Scotia’s Valley
We arrived in Wolfville, N.S., as restaurants were about to close. We were hungy. Walking into the first pub still serving food, we noticed a sign that read, “Caleb Vallelly. Live in the Window. Every Thursday 7-10.” If the sign hadn’t included his picture, I might not have believed it. “Caleb Vallelly!” I exclaimed. Sitting…
