Capstone is a national management development program for progressive Canadian farmers and agribusiness leaders. Developed by Heather Broughton, a leader of Canada’s highly respected CTEAM program, Capstone builds on a proven legacy of agricultural management excellence while addressing the realities facing modern farm businesses today. Farm Management Canada is proud to serve on the Capstone Advisory Group and support program delivery.
Four immersive modules.
Five Canadian locations.
One strategic roadmap for your future.
Why great farms need great management
Canadian agriculture is evolving faster than ever. Market volatility, rising capital requirements, labour challenges, success planning, global competition, and shifting consumer expectations are reshaping what it takes to succeed.
Today’s farms leaders need more than technical production expertise. They need the ability to think strategically, lead people, manage risk, interpret financial information, and confidently navigate change. Capstone helps participants develop the strategic mindset needed to lead confidently in an increasingly complex agricultural environment.
Built on the legacy of CTEAM, Capstone is a practical, hands-on management and leadership program designed specifically for Canadian agriculture. Learning from industry and academia, participants work on their own business throughout the program, applying concepts directly to their operation and leave with a clear path forward.
What makes Capstone different:
Practical Learning
Every concept is connected to your operation. Develop strategies, assess opportunities, and apply new tools directly to your business.
Expert Instructors
Gain insight from respected experts in agriculture, finance, leadership, succession, policy, and business management.
Powerful Peer Network
Join a community of progressive farm leaders who challenge, support, and inspire one another long after the program concludes.
Real Business Outcomes
Leave with a strategic plan, stronger decision-making skills, and greater confidence in leading your business through change.
A strategic plan is not created in a week. It is built over 16 months through reflection, discussion, application, and action.
Capstone is designed to help you step back from day-to-day demands and focus on the bigger picture: where your business is going and how you’ll get there. It combines expert instruction, practical application, and real-world exposure to create a learning experience unlike any other in Canadian agriculture.
Capstone is uniquely designed for:
- Farm owners and managers
- Successors and next generation leaders
- Agribusiness entrepreneurs
- Family farm partners
- Progressive producers seeking growth and strategic direction
The Capstone Journey
Module 1 – Vision, Strategy, Financial Foundations
December 1 – 5, 2026 | Saskatoon, SK
Module 2 – Financial Management, Leadership, Personal Effectiveness, Marketing & Branding
March 9 – 13, 2027 | Halifax, NS
Module 3 – Succession, Communication, Human Resources
December 7 – 11, 2027 | Calgary, AB
Module 4 – Policy, Risk Management, Strategic Implementation
March 14 – 18, 2028 | Montreal, QC and Ottawa, ON
You’ll leave with:
- A clearer vision for the future
- A strategic plan for your operation
- Practical tools for managing people and finances
- A stronger network of peers and advisors
- Greater confidence in decision-making
- A roadmap for implementation
There is limited space, register today to reserve your spot.
Bridges to Success
Heather Broughton
Heather(at)bridgestosuccessag.com
780.781.2840
Capstone Advisory Group
