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.

Saskatchewan Seeding Progress Accelerates; Crop Development Trails Normal Pace

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.

Saskatchewan Producers Seek Clarity on Crop Insurance as Seeding Delays Persist

The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) says it is working with the provincial Ministry of Agriculture and the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) to provide producers with clearer guidance...

AFSC Extends Seeding Dates in Parts of Alberta After Wet Spring Delays

Agriculture Financial Services Corp. (AFSC) is extending recommended seeding dates and crop insurance deadlines for several crops in parts of northern Alberta following an unusually wet and prolonged spring that has delaye...

Ontario Invests $7 Million in Agri-Food Research Projects

Ontario is investing up to $7 million in new agri-food research projects aimed at helping farmers and food processors develop market-ready solutions to improve competitiveness, lower costs, and strengthen the province’s fo...