As the trade expected, stocks of United States corn fell back compared to a year ago while those for soybeans and wheat came in higher. The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued its grains stocks as of March 1 report on Monday.
Less corn, more soybeans, wheat stocks says USDA report
More corn to be seeded, USDA forecasts
As expected, there's to be an increase in corn plantings this spring, the United States Department of Agriculture estimated in its prospective planting report released on March 31. As well, the USDA reduced soybean and all wheat plantings.
David Thompson announced as new NFU Executive Director
The National Farmers Union (NFU) has announced Ontario researcher David Thompson as its next Executive Director. Thompson previously served as Farm Labour and Special Projects Manager for the NFU Ontario (NFUO).
India and US making progress towards trade deal, officials say
Indian and U.S. officials discussed trade issues including the reduction of tariffs and easing of non-tariff barriers, making progress towards a bilateral trade agreement during several days of talks in New Delhi, they said on Saturday.
Mental health counselling offered to Alberta farmers
AgKnow breaking down the barriers to mental health access for farmers
Reading Time: 3 minutes Given the physical demands that agriculture has with the weighty responsible of feeding the world, sometimes the mental weight of such a huge responsibility can be pushed aside.
Canola could lose out as farmers’ plan for tariff
Farmers have already made most of their seeding decisions but could still fine-tune them if tariffs are reinstated in April
Reading Time: 3 minutes Protectionist trade actions in two key export markets will likely influence farmers’ seeding plans, says an analyst.
Booming barley tea market notices new Alberta variety
Major Japanese company looks at AB Standswell as a potential ingredient for the region’s booming barley tea market
Reading Time: 3 minutes Barley tea is a popular staple in many Asian nations and presents an opportunity for Canadian growers to consider a newer Alberta-made barley variety called AB Standswell.
Carney says supply management “off the table” in negotiations with Trump
Two leaders agreed to begin comprehensive economic, security negotiations after April 28 election says Carney
Supply management won't be part of trade negotiations and tariff discussions, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Friday.
ANALYSIS: U.S. auto sector tariffs an “own goal”
Uncertainty caused by the on-again-off-again tariff threat has already disrupted production of some vehicles
The uncertainty caused by the on-again-off-again tariff threat has already disrupted production of some vehicles
Farmland becoming less affordable: FCC
Buying farmland became more costly in 2024, according to Farm Credit Canada.
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