Rail transportation problems have always been a concern, but they are about to become more vexing as Canada attempts to find alternatives to replace the unreliable U.S. market.
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Farmers pay price as railway delays deepen
Farmers pay the price, but regulatory demands called moot without quantifiable data
Frustration is mounting within Canada’s grain industry as persistent rail delays continue to disrupt shipments and inflate costs, particularly at ports on Canada’s west coast.
Grain volumes up at Prince Rupert
Recovery is welcome because port has been under-used recently
When compared to the 2023 calendar year, grain exports at the port of Prince Rupert were 26 per cent higher in 2024, the Prince Rupert Port Authority said in a January release.
Rail biggest transport cost
One would think that most of the durum from Western Canada should logically be shipped through the St. Lawrence Seaway to a customer in Algeria. But that’s not what happens.
Federal government funds Port of Trois-Rivières upgrade
Grain shipping hub to be relocated, rebuilt at St. Lawrence Seaway port
The federal government pledged up to $87.1 million to update the Port of Trois-Rivières, Québec, which is a shipping hub for grains and aluminum.
Holes found in safety net
Failure of unlicensed companies, complaint deadline and insufficient security are seen as holes in Canada’s farm support
Hundreds of Canadian farmers have received delayed payments for their crops or not been paid at all as a growing number of grain-buying firms declare bankruptcy amid drought and low commodity prices.
Railway performance is in a bad way and likely to get worse
Both major Canadian railways are struggling to move grain in a timely fashion
As we grapple with a new world characterized by restricted trade with our closest neighbour, Canada will need to make various adjustments. The need for further progress on the ageless problem of grain transportation will become more important than ever.
Russia seizes grain company
Foreign citizenship of a former owner cited as key reason for the move, preventing foreign control over strategic assets
A Russian court has ruled the transfer all the assets of Rodnie Polya, which exported 14 per cent of Russian grain in the 2023-24 season, to the state may proceed.
Grain delivery declarations should not be taken lightly
REGINA — Grain farmers should be sure they understand commercial delivery declarations before they sign them. While grain handlers have required farmers sign these for a while, they now often come together with the eligibility declaration required by the Canadian Grain Commission. Lawyers from the Winnipeg law firm D’Arcy & Deacon said producers can ask […] Read more
No rail interruptions expected as CN signals, communications workers prepare to strike
Glacier FarmMedia – Canadian National Railway says there will be no impact on its operations if signals and communications workers walk off the job on Tuesday. “CN’s contingency plans are in place, operations will continue, and our dedicated teams are prepared to ensure the seamless continuity of service,” the railway said on its website. CN […] Read more
