A lot of sure-fire predictions over the past decade or two have failed to materialize.
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Farm equipment sales sector sees significant structural changes
Sales of new farm equipment have been declining quite dramatically in North America over the past couple years.
Seeding time brings back many memories from past decades
The size and complexity of today’s equipment would astound anyone from the 1980s. However, I still have a couple tandem grain trucks in use that are 1970s vintage, so not everything from back then is obsolete.
Supply management will soon become the centre of attention
Refusing to concede some increased American competition into the dairy market is not a hill that Canada should be prepared to die upon.
Seeding stress can take a toll on mental, physical well-being
The enormity of seeding weighs heavily on producers and the entire agricultural supply chain at this time of year. It can take a toll on physical and mental well-being.
FCC report helps put farmland rental rate picture into focus
Cash rental rates for farmland are something of a black box. No public reporting system exists, and since it’s a competitive market, most farmers would rather not divulge what they’re paying.
Trump changed the nature of the Canadian election
The bombastic and unpredictable American president often makes big promises that fall short. However, it appears Donald Trump has helped deliver a miraculous electoral turnaround that he didn’t promise — the return of a Liberal government for Canada.
Bison production still niche, but future looks bright
Of all the livestock diversification options promoted back in the 1980s and 1990s, about the only one to withstand the test of time is bison.
Standing up for Canada will require more than flag waving
It’s reasonable and prudent to worry about the future, but it’s far too early to be lining up for massive government support programs.
It is important for producers to be enrolled in AgriStability
Uncertainty is the current economic buzzword. No matter which party wins the federal election, AgriStability is likely to be an important platform for providing farm support.
