Prairie wheat growers could be getting poor control of fusarium head blight because they’re applying fungicides too early.
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Later called better when spraying for fusarium
Some advice to growers still recommends spraying earlier, but researchers say recent studies point in the opposite direction
Canadian Federation of Agriculture preparation focused on tariff exemptions, producer needs
Tariff cloud silver lining: National unity and potential new opportunities
The implementation of U.S. tariffs on Canadian agricultural products necessitates strategic responses. Explore the Canadian Federation of Agriculture’s mitigation plan, including tariff considerations, market access strategies, and government support recommendations.
Keystone Agricultural Producers looks for support for Manitoba producers in wake of tariffs
Provincial, federal governments need to support agriculture industry, KAP says
Keystone Agricultural Producers oppose U.S. tariffs, warning of economic damage and rising food costs. KAP calls for government action to mitigate impact on agri-exports like canola, pork, and oats.
Canola sector sees tariff pain ahead
Industry groups pledge robust advocacy efforts on both sides of the border
Canada’s two main canola sector groups say U.S. tariffs will be felt throughout the value chain, on both sides of the border.
Grain Growers of Canada react to U.S. tariffs
GGC says tariffs put family-run farms at risk
Canadian grain farmers warn of economic hardship from new US tariffs. The 25 per cent U.S. tariff threatens farm viability, increases American food costs and disrupts a $17B trade relationship.
Trump trade threats compound global ocean shipping uncertainty
LONG BEACH, California (Reuters) – The global ocean shipping industry that handles 80 per cent of world trade is navigating a sea of unknowns as U.S. President Donald Trump stokes trade and geopolitical tensions with historical foes as well as neighbours and allies. That is the backdrop for this week’s S&P Global container shipping and […] Read more
VIDEO: PTx Trimble wins agricultural technology award in Denver
Davidson Prize recognizes leading engineering technologies that impact different farming operations
An agricultural technology company from the Prairies has won a major award at the Commodity Classic in Denver.
Prices face pressure as larger U.S. crops expected this year
The USDA is forecasting 94 million acres of corn, up from 90.6 million last year, while ending stocks are also expected to rise
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s initial grain and oilseed outlook for the 2025-26 season is rather bearish.
Sask. researcher expands northern vigour work
Other research in the province includes catalytic seed treatments and intercropping hazelnuts and berries with annual crops
A plant physiologist from the University of Saskatchewan continues to focus on the phenomenon identified as “northern vigour.”
Spring wheat plans remain unclear
North Dakota farm group expects durum to take acres from spring wheat, while Canadian intentions are difficult to read
The spring wheat planting intentions of North America’s farmers appear a little murky.
