Markets
China was the top buyer of Canadian wheat in 2023-24, but sales to that key market have plummeted this year.
Markets
Wheat exports survive China pull-back
China significantly reduced its imports from all exporters this year, but Canadian sales to other customers remain strong
Canadian Transportation Agency announces railway price indices for 2025-2026 crop year
The Canadian Transportation Agency has set its volume-related composite price indices (VRCPI) for Canada’s national railways—key metrics used to determine the railways’ revenue caps for movement of Western Canadian grain.
Nitrogen demand soars while supply shrinks
Strong nitrogen fertilizer demand is butting up against tight supplies in some regions of the world, says an analyst.
Fall fed cattle supply concerns strengthen feeder complex
For the week ending April 25, western Canadian feeder cattle markets traded $4 to $8 above prices from seven days earlier.
Funds’ bearish position keeps lid on wheat price
Money managed funds were net short 163,135 contracts in April, indicating their belief that wheat remains overvalued
The main driver of the drop in wheat prices has been a long-term bearish position in wheat by the managed money funds.
Canola market in an enviable position
Canola exports surpass projected amount as prices near $700 a tonne mark
Old crop canola futures spiked on April 24, which put the oilseed’s July contract in a good position to climb above C$700 per tonne.
Wheat price likely to remain weak unless corn shock occurs
Chances for a spring rally in wheat prices appear slim, and the best chance for changing that outlook might depend on another crop: corn.
Fears of higher shipping rates remain in U.S.
Canadian agricultural exporters welcome the prospect of one of their main competitors facing higher transportation fees
American agriculture officials are still trying to sort out the ramifications of new shipping fees, but the consensus is that they’re bad for business.
Crown corporation helps link exporters to markets
Export Development Canada has seen its business increase as exporters look for markets outside the United States and China
One Canadian business is thriving despite the tariff mayhem in the country’s top two export markets.
Brazil’s ethanol boom keeps more corn at home
Reduced exports from the South American country are expected to raise corn prices, which could also benefit barley growers
Brazil is consuming a lot more corn at home and will be less of a force in the export market in the years to come, says an analyst.
