Crops
Crops in Manitoba continue to develop at a good pace despite a lack of rainfall in some parts of the province, reported Manitoba Agriculture on July 2.
Crops
Manitoba crops advancing nicely despite below normal moisture
About 50 to 70 per cent of normal precipitation
Viterra-Bunge merger a done deal, companies confirm
US$34 billion deal raised concerns about the effects of industry consolidation
Bunge's merger with Glencore-backed Viterra has closed, Glencore confirmed on Wednesday.
General Mills changing Nature Valley labels after lawsuit’s glyphosate claim
General Mills Inc agreed to stop calling the oats in its Nature Valley granola bars 100 percent natural to settle a lawsuit by three consumer groups that said the bars contained small amounts of glyphosate herbicide, commonly known as Roundup.
Pulse weekly: U.S. pulse area up in 2025
Stocks also higher
Farmers in the United States expect to grow more pulses in 2025, with areas planted to peas, lentils, chickpeas and edible beans all up on the year in the latest acreage data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, released June 30.
The Redwood Group to no longer hold grain dealer licence
Food and feed ingredient supplier The Redwood Group will no longer hold a grain dealer licence as of July 1, the Canadian Grain Commission said.
Alberta Crop Report: Conditions improve
Crop conditions still behind historical averages
Crop conditions improved in Alberta during the week ended June 24, but they are still behind historical averages.
Why post-drought pasture management matters for beef farmers
Knowing how perennial plants function can help producers make better decisions
Pasture management is always important, but it is especially important following a drought. During these challenging periods, pastures may suffer and degrade, resulting in the loss of valuable forage, soil erosion and diminished fertility. Drought effects linger, affecting land and plant life productivity even after the rains return. Effective management strategies are essential to support […] Read more
Canadian farmers planted fewer canola acres than expected, StatCan projects
StatCan revises 2024/25 canola output
In something of a surprise, Statistics Canada lowered its projection for planted canola acres in 2025/26, with other oilseeds reaping some of the benefits. As well, StatCan adjusted its numbers for Canadian wheat.
Prairie wheat prices weaker on sharp drop in U.S. futures
Stronger loonie adds more pressure
Cash prices for spring wheat across the Canadian Prairies fell hard during the week ended June 26, while those for amber durum nudged up slightly.
Saskatchewan crops firmly normal in development
Good majority of moisture levels rated adequate
Crops in Saskatchewan continued to be largely normal in their development, the provincial agriculture department said in its latest weekly crop report.
Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field
