Richardson Returns to Canola Council as US Ethanol Floods Canada

Richardson rejoins Canola Council while US ethanol imports surge into Canada. What this means for Canadian grain farmers and ethanol markets.

Crops

Prairie Canola Planning: Target Stands & Flea Beetle Prep

Canadian canola growers can use delayed spring conditions to fine-tune seeding plans, target plant stands, and prepare flea beetle management strategies.

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Policy

Ontario Extends 4R Nutrient Program For Third Term

Ontario farm groups and government renew 4R Nutrient Stewardship program for third term. What this means for fertilizer practices on your farm.

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Crops

Richardson Rejoins Canola Council After 8-Year Break

Richardson International returns to Canola Council of Canada membership after 8 years. What this means for Canadian canola growers and industry.

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Markets

Diesel Prices Rise Ahead of Peak Canadian Spring Seeding

Rising diesel costs threaten Canadian farm margins as spring seeding approaches. What farmers need to know about fuel prices and planning strategies.

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Policy

Farm Risk Rising: What CUSMA Talks Mean for Canada Ops

Canadian farmers face mounting risks as CUSMA negotiations heat up. Expert analysis on beef markets, lending changes, and what it means for your farm.

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Markets

Iran War Drives Canadian Diesel Prices Up Before Spring Work

Iran conflict and blocked oil shipping routes push diesel prices higher just as Canadian farmers prepare for peak fuel demand during spring seeding.

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Crops

Early Weed Pressure Cuts Canadian Crop Yields Before Emergence

New research shows weeds affect Canadian crop yields before plants emerge. Learn how early weed control can protect your farm's bottom line.

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Crops

Manitoba farmers test split nitrogen timing for better yields

Manitoba farm tests split nitrogen application timing to improve flexibility and reduce risk. What this fertilizer strategy means for your operation.

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Crops

Ontario Spring Seeding: Frost Timing & Winter Crop Risks

Ontario farmers face frost seeding decisions and winter injury concerns as wild weather swings create both risks and opportunities for 2026 planting.

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Policy

USMCA Renewal in Doubt: What Canadian Farmers Need to Know

USMCA renewal faces headwinds ahead of July deadline. Canadian farmers should prepare for potential trade disruption and market uncertainty.

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Markets

Alberta Cattle Hit Records While US Prices Drop - Canada Impact

Alberta cattle prices reach record territory as US cash cattle markets weaken. Plant disruptions and tight supplies shake North American beef markets.

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Crops

Canada's wheat breeding system needs overhaul, report warns

New CWRC report says Canada's wheat breeding system faces pressure and needs transformation to stay competitive. What this means for Prairie farmers.

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Weather

Climate Change Shifts Hit Canada Wheat Growing Regions

Long-term weather trends show major changes coming for wheat production in Western Canada and Northern Plains. What farmers need to know now.

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Livestock

Wool pellets create new revenue stream for Manitoba sheep

Manitoba sheep farmers can now turn waste wool into profitable pellets for sustainable soil amendment and fertilizer markets in horticulture.

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Markets

New app ClearCost compares fertilizer prices for Canada

ClearCost app lets Canadian farmers compare fertilizer prices from multiple dealers in one place. Launched at Western Canadian Crop Production Show.

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Livestock

Canada's Top Dairy Farms Prioritize Udder Health in 2025

Lactanet's 2025 Best Managed Herds ranking shows top Canadian dairy farms focus on udder health. Learn what this means for your operation.

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Livestock

Alberta solar farm livestock contracts: new revenue stream

Alberta's Solar Sheep expands livestock management contracts at solar farms, creating new revenue opportunities for Canadian farmers.

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Crops

Ontario corn growers face rising rootworm resistance threat

Bt-resistant corn rootworm is spreading in Ontario. Learn what traits to include in your corn seed package and how to protect your operation.

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Policy

Ontario Grain Farmers Join National Group to Boost Canada Voice

Grain Farmers of Ontario joins Grain Growers of Canada to strengthen national advocacy on trade, transportation, and research affecting grain farmers.

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Policy

Canada Agriculture Gets National Security Focus: What It Means

Canadian agriculture being treated as national security could reshape policy and funding. What this shift means for your farm operation.

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Crops

BASF Invests $27M in Saskatoon Canola Breeding Expansion

BASF commits $27 million to expand its Saskatoon canola breeding centre through 2027. What this major investment means for Canadian canola growers.

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Policy

Canadian dairy farmers fight more market losses in CUSMA review

Canadian dairy farmers lost 18% domestic market share in trade deals. They want government to prevent more losses in upcoming CUSMA review.

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Livestock

High-Energy Diets Boost Canadian Calving Success by 25 kg

Canadian cattle producers can increase weaning weights by 25 kg with proper high-energy diets and maintaining BCS 5-6 during calving season.

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Livestock

Manitoba cattle producers demand action on exploding deer, elk

Manitoba beef producers push province to control surging elk and deer populations damaging pastures and crops. What this means for your cattle operation.

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Crops

Sulphur on Soybeans Shows Strong ROI for Canadian Growers

New research shows sulphur applications on soybeans deliver solid returns for Canadian farmers, plus unexpected benefits for disease control.

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Markets

Canadian Farmers Tackle Grain Storage, Sales and Fertilizer

Canadian farmers discuss building grain bins, timing crop sales, and managing fertilizer costs on RealAg Radio. Key insights for your operation.

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Markets

Iran War Spikes Diesel Costs, New John Deere E98 Canada

Iran conflict drives diesel prices higher while John Deere launches E98 tractor. Canadian farmers face rising fuel costs amid new machinery trends.

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Markets

Grain Market Outlook: What Canadian Farmers Need to Know

Canadian grain farmers face shifting market dynamics as North American harvest wraps up and South American crops develop. Key trends to watch.

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Crops

Cut Canola Seeding Rate by Half? Canadian Trials Show Promise

Bourgault field trials tested canola seeding rates as low as 1.25 lbs/acre with stronger plants. What this means for Canadian canola growers.

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Policy

Ontario agritourism generates $633M: what it means for farms

New Ontario agritourism study shows $633M economic impact. Learn how diversifying into farm tourism could boost your operation's bottom line.

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Policy

Canada Farm Check-off Dollars May Qualify for Tax Credits

Canadian farmers paying commodity check-off fees for research may be eligible for federal SR&ED tax credits. Here's what this means for your operation.

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Crops

Aphanomyces Root Rot Threatens Pulse Economics in Canada

Canadian pulse growers face significant economic losses from aphanomyces root rot. Learn three key management strategies to protect your pea and lentil crops.

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Policy

Canada Livestock Traceability Rules Face Prairie Pushback

Prairie cattle producers want livestock traceability regulations scrapped. Plus fertilizer price updates and equipment market news for Canadian farmers.

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Markets

Canada Cattle Prices Hit Records Amid Market Volatility

Canadian cattle prices reach new highs while futures markets swing wildly. What volatile beef markets mean for your cattle operation and pricing.

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Crops

Manitoba Corn Weed Control Research Targets Local Conditions

University of Manitoba develops Manitoba-specific corn weed control recommendations to replace reliance on U.S. and Ontario field guidance for local growers.

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