In the late 1980's, John Redekop followed his dream and started a welding business in Plum Coulee, MB.
What was once known as JR Welding, has now become Mandako Agri, a farm equipment manufacturer that ships products across North America and into Australia.
Redekop says at the time property taxes were cheaper in Plum Coulee, which was one of the reasons he decided to locate the business in that area.
He explains why he decided to remain in the community.
"Sometimes for doing business it would be good if you were in a bigger centre, but at the same time small communities do need support as well," explained Redekop.
The company's product line now includes land rollers, grain carts, and vertical tillage machines. Mandako Agri's latest innovation is the Chisel Plow, which boasts a flexible frame that can easily maneuver across uneven surfaces.
Mandako Agri showcased many of its products during a field demonstration last week.