Tight margins could get tighter amid trade instability as farmers prepare to seed this year’s crop, say Farm Credit Canada economists.

Farmers in both west and east unlikely to deviate much on seeded acres of canola, wheat, soy and corn despite volatility
Farmers also seeding more peas, corn and oats
Lower prices, moisture concerns cited; moisture has since improved somewhat
Dry pea prices have seen gains over the week; lentils steady to higher
Rotation, moisture, expected prices, costs among main factors expected in seeding decisions
More soybean, corn acres also estimated