Production estimates for most of Canada’s major grain, oilseed and pulse crops were revised higher by Statistics Canada in its first survey-based estimates for the 2023 growing season, released Dec. 4. Production levels were still down for the year for many crops, as dryness across the Prairies cut into yields. The survey was conducted from […] Read more
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Yield estimate discrepancy may be timing issue
Statistics Canada collected its information in August, while Saskatchewan Agriculture conducted its survey in October
The difference between federal and provincial government crop estimates might just be a matter of timing, says a government official. Statistics Canada has come under fire by market analysts for being way off on its yield and production estimates, especially for small-acreage crops such as pulses and special crops. For instance, it is forecasting a […] Read more
Analysts optimistic about wheat crop
Prospects are good for a healthy spring wheat crop despite a slow start due to heavy snow and flooding in some areas.
