Generally, weather models predict a growing season that is warmer and drier than normal through much of central North America. That is not a guarantee of lower yields, but it is worrisome.
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Red lentil supply depends on Canada, Australia
Australia hopes its crop will recover from last year’s drought and frost, while Canada’s production is expected to be down
The 2025-26 red lentil market hinges on what happens with Australia and Canada, say analysts.
India extends exemption on pea duty
Canadian pea growers face 100 per cent import tariff into China so continued access to Indian market is welcome news
Canadian pea growers face 100 per cent import tariff into China so continued access to Indian market is welcome news.
Future worries U.S. wheat growers
American producers are concerned that a number of problems facing the sector could end up chasing the crop into Canada
The National Association of Wheat Growers is concerned that U.S. wheat production could be migrating north.
Chickpea supplies tight despite large Australian forecast
All eyes in the desi chickpea market are on Australia, but an analyst warns you shouldn’t trust what you see.
Canada may struggle to find markets for its peas
Competition for sales is expected to heat up as Russia expects a bigger crop following last year’s disappointing harvest
Canada will likely be facing more competition in pea export markets this year.
Bond markets become antsy over debt financing
Canada is unlikely to be the primary target of bond vigilante action later this year, but the country still needs to be cautious
Bond markets continue to be volatile as they become concerned about debt financing by most governments in advanced economies.
Wheat prices stuck in a sideways trading range
The crop has been stubbornly static, despite trade threats flying and other commodities taking wild rollercoaster rides
Trade and tariff uncertainty may be triggering large price swings in canola and soybeans, but wheat remains largely immune to those broader geopolitical influences for the time being.
Weather temporarily lifts wheat but damage not confirmed
Canada has the potential to post a new record for wheat exports this crop year, and the outlook for next year might look a little brighter as crop problems develop in other countries.
Canada’s canola supply grows tighter
Analysts say Agriculture Canada may have to cut its ending canola stocks estimate in half in response to booming exports
It is highly unusual to see a red number in the sea of black on Agriculture Canada’s monthly Grains and Oilseeds Supply and Disposition report.
