Shawn Rana

08/07/2020

Your business may be humming along and maybe you’re even starting to see a profit. However, is it reaching its full potential, or are you just cruising?

Your business may be humming along and maybe you’re even starting to see a profit. However, is it reaching its full potential, or are you…

08/05/2020

Just because you’ve found a career you can bank on; it doesn’t mean you’re set for life. Industries and procedures change, so you should continue to educate yourself and bring your game to the next level to open up new opportunities. You should be raising the bar to achieve as much as you can, while also potentially becoming an authority in your field by blogging or offering instruction or mentoring.

08/03/2020

Manitoba agricultural producers say a more than $252m aid package to help farmers and food processors navigate the COVID-19 pandemic is a good start, but far from what is needed to help prop up the industry.

Manitoba agricultural producers say a more than $252-million aid package to help farmers and food processors navigate the COVID-19 pandemic is a good start, but far from what is needed to help prop up the industry.

07/31/2020

Are you on a path to a career that’s not only fulfilling, but will fuel an enjoyable retirement?

Are you on a path to a career that’s not only fulfilling, but will fuel an enjoyable retirement? The key is to build a strong professional…

07/29/2020

For some, networking does not come naturally. However, it’s still a big part of a successful career — it’s how you meet like-minded others that can offer your ideas, or even partner with you to achieve a goal. Going to networking events or reaching out to other professionals in your field can provide new perspectives that you never would have considered. You should also leverage the power of social media to network.

07/27/2020

There is no suppressing the truth of COVID-19’s grand-scale effects on the agricultural industry and although certain countries are reporting a decrease in cases and the spread being somewhat halted, other areas are unfortunately experiencing a second wave.

There is no suppressing the truth of COVID-19's grand-scale effects on the agricultural industry and although certain countries are reporting a decrease in cases and the spread being somewhat halted, other areas are unfortunately experiencing a second wave. With the pandemic's timeline yet to be det...

07/24/2020

From managing irrigation and water usage to predicting weather conditions and identifying crop issues, artificial intelligence (AI) has a growing role to play in agriculture. AI has also been adopted by the fertilizer production industry. When it comes to fertilizer plants, AI can cut costs, ensure smooth operation, and increase productivity.

From managing irrigation and water usage to predicting weather conditions and identifying crop issues, artificial intelligence (AI) has a growing role to play in agriculture. AI has also been adopted by the fertilizer production industry. When it comes to fertilizer plants, AI can cut costs, ensure....

07/22/2020

Sure, you can become a doctor or a lawyer if you’re willing to put in the years of study. However, while that provides for gainful employment, it doesn’t mean you will get any satisfaction from it or want to practice for the duration of your working years.

07/20/2020

The recent and almost unprecedented decline in energy prices has had a huge impact on the world economy. The fertilizer manufacturing industry is not immune to the effects of low oil and natural gas prices either. There is a correlation between fertilizer prices and gas prices, and this is exacerbated by the increasing competitiveness in the fertilizer market.

The recent and almost unprecedented decline in energy prices has had a huge impact on the world economy. The fertilizer manufacturing…

07/17/2020

"Treat others how they want to be treated. Good always gets rewarded with good. Those are two lessons I’ve learned."

Shawn Rana is a seasoned Senior Executive and Consultant with 26 years of success in manufacturing, fertilizers, oil and gas, and agrichemicals. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Manitoba. Since then, he has had numerous roles ranging from plan...

07/15/2020

The key is to build a strong professional vision and build on it. Laying the groundwork can set you on the right path to success, it can help you focus on to end up in a long-term career that is both financially and personally rewarding.

07/13/2020

A Plant Manager has a laundry list of responsibilities that can make or break an operation, such as the monitoring of the facilities, supervision of the work activities conducted by employees, overseeing the completion of projects, and addressing any maintenance or security needs.

A Plant Manager has a laundry list of responsibilities that can make or break an operation, such as the monitoring of the facilities…