ICE Close: Canola Weakens

Canola futures weakened on Friday as crude oil fell, and traders took money off the table ahead of the weekend.

Chicago Close: Weaker into Weekend as Crude Falls

Losses in crude oil weighed on crop futures Friday, as easing geopolitical tensions and improving crop prospects combined to pressured into the weekend.

Warm Dry Weather Speeds Alberta Seeding

Warm, dry weather accelerated seeding activity across Alberta over the past week, pushing producers closer to finishing spring planting, although progress remains behind historical averages in several northern regions.

Canadian Farm Debt Rises in 2025, but at Slower Pace

ICE Close: Canola Rises for Third Day

Canola ended higher for the third straight day on Thursday, as strength across global vegetable oil markets encouraged buying interest.

Chicago Close: Crude Gains Buoy Corn, Soys

Corn and soybean futures closed higher on Thursday, supported by rising crude oil prices and optimism surrounding potential Chinese demand. Wheat was mainly lower on the day.

Steady Ontario Planting Progress

Ontario producers continued to make steady planting progress over the past week, although intermittent rainfall and uneven field conditions are still creating a patchwork of advancement across the province.

Forecast Points to More Changeable Summer Weather

A summer dominated by relentless heat waves and widespread drought does not appear to be in the cards for much of Canada this year, offering farmers some cautious optimism heading into the growing season.

OFA Backs Zoning Protection for Cargill Sarnia Grain Terminal

The Ontario Federation of Agriculture is urging the provincial government to protect one of Ontario’s most important grain handling hubs, warning that expanding residential development near Cargill’s Sarnia export terminal...

ICE Close: Lower Crude but Canola Still Higher

Canola futures managed more modest gains on Wednesday as it fought off declines in crude oil.

Chicago Close: Wheat Leads Way Lower

Chicago wheat futures fell for the fifth straight day on Wednesday, with corn and soybeans settling mostly lower as well.