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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who was recently confirmed as head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has long railed against seed oil, which is made from crushing oilseeds such as canola or soybeans.
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Seed oil attacks gain new momentum
New U.S. health secretary is a longtime opponent
Federal Government to remove some barriers to interprovincial free trade
The federal government said today it will break down trade barriers between provinces by removing of 20 out of 39 exceptions to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA).
Indian pulse market hinges on import duty policy
The potential loss of the Indian market to resumed import duties could lead to lower pea prices in March or April
India imported a massive volume of pulses in 2024 but will likely purchase far less this year, says an analyst.
Palm oil prices continue to rise as demand remains strong
Soaring palm oil prices are expected to be supportive for canola values because of its dominant role in the veg oil complex
Tight supplies of palm oil have supported prices, making it less competitive with its main rival, soybean oil, according to the Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC).
Report ranks provinces by projected impact of broad U.S. tariffs
Alberta expected to be hardest hit by U.S. tariffs on oil sector losses; Sask. agriculture sector also anticipates heavy losses
Alberta and Saskatchewan will be among the provinces hardest hit by U.S. tariffs, according to an assessment by the Conference Board of Canada released February 19.
Renewable diesel industry runs into headwinds
Interest remains high around the world, but an expected drop in crude oil prices is one of the challenges the sector faces
There isn’t quite as much furor surrounding the renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel sectors of late, according to an expert.
Major buyer of U.S. crops in limbo
President targets the U.S. Agency for International Aid, which accounts for $2 billion in annual commodity purchases
A U.S. food aid program that accounts for about $2 billion in annual commodity purchases is in limbo as the agency that administers the program is under duress.
China in a weaker position to respond to Trump tariffs
The majority opinion in the U.S., and indeed much of the rest of the western world, is that China’s government policies and subsidies give its industry an unfair advantage.
Tariff crisis is not over yet: analysts
A researcher believes Canada is not paying enough attention to the threat processors face
A couple of grain industry analysts believe Trump’s proposed tariffs will resurface.
Prairie soil moisture conditions not a concern
Subsoil moisture levels are still dry in some areas, but the forecast for spring and early summer weather is neutral
There are a number of uncertainties going into the 2025 planting season, but soil moisture levels aren’t a concern at the moment. That’s one positive factor for the production outlook in 2025.
