ag business advisory

Principal Consultant - Patrick Whynot

Over the past 10 years, Patrick has sat at hundreds of farm kitchen tables and boardrooms. His past role as a Relationship Manager with provincial and federal agricultural lending institutions granted Patrick insights to the unique challenges faced by food businesses.

A keen passion for agriculture and a wanting to get further “into the weeds” with his clients created a pivot point in Patrick’s career. From that desire, consulting firm Ag Business Advisory came to fruition.

Known for his zeal and resourcefulness in addressing opportunities and solving problems, Patrick has a broad knowledge base and can help you in many areas of your business. From mitigating financial risk to establishing standard operating procedures, Patrick has tangible solutions to help drive your food business forward.

Patrick has a BComm from the University of Calgary and certifications in lean process management, conflict resolution, change management and negotiations.

Ag Business Advisory feedback

Walsh Farms

Blystone Poultry Farms

"Patrick was very knowledgeable about all aspects of business. He helped me secure the funding I needed to accelerate my business expansion. Patrick is always accessible, helps me identify opportunities and risks, and understands where I want to take my business. "

Blystone Poultry Farms

"Patrick has helped us effectively manage change in our operation. His insights are timely and very informed. Great having him work with our operation."

Raven Hill Vineyards

Blystone Poultry Farms

Raven Hill Vineyards

"Patrick was a great help to us in navigating available financing and programs for our vineyards. He is kind, caring and considerate of our needs while offering a sound and informed perspective in strategy and planning."

DL Coldwell & Sons

Raven Hill Vineyards

"Patrick is a friendly guy with a breadth of knowledge and experience across all sectors of agriculture. His economic awareness has helped us realize and reduce our risk for our farm."

Lutz Family Farm

DL Coldwell & Sons

Lutz Family Farm

"Patrick has had a tremendous impact on our operation. He became involved with our family farm when we were at a crossroads in our development. He was instrumental in helping us expand our operations to twice its existing size, and helped us bring other family members into the business. His financial and agricultural knowledge, as well as his thoughtful advice and insight has been of great value to us."