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1 day ago

Smarter, integrated pest management of canola with Boyd Mori | Pests & Predators, Ep 35

Flea beetle management in canola requires a broader approach, integrating seed treatments and beneficial insects for effective pest control.
#canada
fromRealagriculture
23 hours ago
Canada news

New data sheds light on financial picture behind AAFC closures

The Canadian government anticipates $27 million annual savings from closing seven Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada research facilities.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago
Canada news

Industrial carbon price eroding Canada's competitive edge, oil and gas leaders say | CBC News

The industrial carbon levy threatens Canada's competitiveness in the global energy market amid rising demand for reliable energy supplies.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Industrial carbon price eroding Canada's competitive edge, oil and gas leaders say | CBC News

The industrial carbon levy threatens Canada's competitiveness in the global energy market amid rising demand for reliable energy supplies.
World politics
fromThe Walrus
13 hours ago

The Roller-Coaster Price of Oil Is Bad for Almost Everyone | The Walrus

The Iran war has caused significant volatility in global oil prices, impacting inflation and energy transition discussions.
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

Consultation opens on draft Beef Cattle Code of Practice

The public comment period is an important opportunity for producers across Canada to review the draft Code and provide feedback on how it applies to their operations. Producer perspectives from across the country help ensure the Code reflects the diversity of Canadian beef production systems and remains practical for producers who raise cattle.
Online Community Development
fromRealagriculture
3 days ago

How chute-side data is reshaping livestock health management | RealAg Radio, April 14, 2026

Data-driven approaches in livestock health management can significantly enhance decision-making processes, leading to improved animal welfare and productivity in the agriculture sector.
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Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Agriculture Department plans to use Grok, despite growing concerns over the chatbot (exclusive)

USDA plans to deploy xAI's Grok chatbot despite previous safety concerns and scandals surrounding its use.
#herbicide-resistance
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2 days ago
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New Conservative private member's bill aims to speed up approvals of ag products available in other countries

Agriculture
fromFast Company
4 days ago

New uses for traditional crops are increasing value per acre

Crops are increasingly designed to serve multiple markets simultaneously, enhancing value creation without requiring more land.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Ag Policy Exchange: Rethinking Canada's agricultural risk management

Canada's agricultural risk management tools are inadequate for current volatile conditions, necessitating a shift towards proactive risk management strategies.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
20 hours ago

New farm machinery sales softness deepens in March

North American agricultural equipment sales are declining sharply due to tightening margins and poor farm profitability.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

Fertilizer gouging, faster approvals, & pest management | RealAg Radio, April 15, 2026

The show features discussions on agricultural policies, including a Conservative Private Members' Bill and potential changes to country of origin labeling in the U.S.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

New Conservative private member's bill aims to speed up approvals of ag products available in other countries

A new bill aims for 90-day approvals of agricultural products already approved in trusted jurisdictions.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
4 days ago

RealAg Radio: Re-thinking risk management for Canadian agriculture, April 13, 2026

Current business risk management tools in agriculture are inadequate for evolving challenges faced by farmers.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
4 days ago

New uses for traditional crops are increasing value per acre

Crops are increasingly designed to serve multiple markets simultaneously, enhancing value creation without requiring more land.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Ag Policy Exchange: Rethinking Canada's agricultural risk management

Canada's agricultural risk management tools are inadequate for current volatile conditions, necessitating a shift towards proactive risk management strategies.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
15 hours ago

U.S. progress on drone spraying offers a roadmap for Canada

Slight operational changes in drone spraying can significantly enhance precision and reduce drift, matching or exceeding traditional methods.
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

PMRA renamed "Pesticides Regulatory Directorate"

The Pesticides Regulatory Directorate will maintain the same mandate as the former Pest Management Regulatory Agency, focusing on the registration and evaluation of pest control products.
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Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Surging prices provide 'adrenaline shot' for upstart Canadian helium industry | CBC News

The global helium shortage is boosting Canada's helium industry due to increased demand and investor interest.
#agronomy
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

The economics of nitrogen, a phosphorus squeeze, and the science fair | Wheat Pete's Word, Apr 15/26

Weather extremes and fertilizer supply challenges impact wheat development and management strategies across North America.
fromRealagriculture
3 weeks ago
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Wheat Pete's Word, March 25: Firm ground, wild weather, data delivery, and drone applications

Cold mornings and weather swings create opportunities for agronomy management, including sulphur applications and strategies for overwintered corn.
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2 months ago
Agriculture

Wheat Pete's Word, Jan 28, 2026: Yield surprises, frost seeding tips, and the truth about nutrient ratios

Spring approaches despite cold; agronomy updates cover yield results, soil compaction, nutrient management, GMO adoption in Asia, forage performance, and nitrogen efficiency reassessment.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

The economics of nitrogen, a phosphorus squeeze, and the science fair | Wheat Pete's Word, Apr 15/26

Weather extremes and fertilizer supply challenges impact wheat development and management strategies across North America.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Wheat Pete's Word, April 1: These agronomic answers are no joke!

Global fertilizer disruptions and varying crop conditions impact agronomic decisions for the upcoming season.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 weeks ago

Wheat Pete's Word, March 25: Firm ground, wild weather, data delivery, and drone applications

Cold mornings and weather swings create opportunities for agronomy management, including sulphur applications and strategies for overwintered corn.
fromFuturism
10 hours ago

Robot Dogs Patrolling Precious Crops as Food Crisis Deepens

Bayer is supplementing human security patrols around its 8,000 acre Hawaiian corn farm with robotic security dogs, supplied by the tech firm Asylon. The Asylon dogs are meant to guard the company's precious maize from vandals, wildfires, wild fauna, and other hazards around the clock.
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Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 day ago

Do you want a plan or a crisis? Connecting the older and younger generation in farm transition

Farm succession planning requires a proactive approach and a team of trusted advisors to navigate its complexities effectively.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 days ago

Succession beyond the spreadsheet with Ron Krahn - How Could I Know? Ep 4

Communication is crucial in farm succession planning, often overlooked in favor of financial aspects.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 day ago

Do you want a plan or a crisis? Connecting the older and younger generation in farm transition

Farm succession planning requires a proactive approach and a team of trusted advisors to navigate its complexities effectively.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 days ago

Succession beyond the spreadsheet with Ron Krahn - How Could I Know? Ep 4

Communication is crucial in farm succession planning, often overlooked in favor of financial aspects.
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg Radio: Richardson rejoins Canola Council, influx of U.S. ethanol & ag safety week, Mar 17/26

RealAg radio and real EggCulture.com is your home for insight and analysis of the issues that are impacting your farm business. Let's get real and get connected with RealAg Radio.
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fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Changing conversations highlight evolving role of women in agriculture

The Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference has evolved to address mental health, resiliency, and workplace challenges, reflecting decades of progress in recognizing women's contributions to agriculture.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Farm economics, land value, and strong lean beef demand, Mar 28 & 29 2026

Current challenges in farm economics and beef market updates are discussed alongside insights from the FCC land value report.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
5 days ago

Managing cold stress in Canadian crops

Cold stress negatively impacts plant growth, germination, and crop yield, especially when seeding in cold soil conditions.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

Why Planting Cucumbers Next To Potatoes Will Only Disappoint You - Tasting Table

Proper garden planning is essential to optimize harvests and prevent competition for resources between plants.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
6 days ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Risk management, field trials, & CUSMA renewal talks, April 11 & 12, 2026

The show features discussions on CUSMA, agricultural risks, and insights from industry representatives.
fromRealagriculture
3 weeks ago

PMRA proposal could fast-track drone spraying for Canadian farms

The proposal would allow drones to apply products already registered for aerial use, provided applications follow existing label requirements, including water volumes and use conditions.
Canada news
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Saskatchewan expands emergency use of strychnine to 15 crop districts

Saskatchewan expands emergency use of liquid strychnine for managing Richardson's ground squirrels until November 2027.
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Richardson rejoins the Canola Council

Richardson withdrew its funding from the Canola Council at the end of 2017. At the time, the company said it did not get enough value for its financial investment, which was over a million dollars per year.
Canada news
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

RealAg Radio: Taking action and learning from mistakes, April 8, 2026

Nearly every second bite of food in Canada is wasted, highlighting the need for a national food waste strategy.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

RealAg Radio: Restrictions on farmland ownership, WorldAgritech, and family communication, Apr 7/26

RealAg Radio discusses farmland ownership restrictions and features insights on farm family communication and the WorldAgritech 2026 event.
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Pulse School: Balancing P-K-S fertility when margins are tight

"The awesome thing with pulse crops is no nitrogen needs... not having to put any nitrogen on a pulse crop is a great starting point," he says, noting that this allows growers to not only meet PKS requirements but, in some cases, build soil fertility for the rotation.
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fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

New seed treatment combination aims to manage aphanomyces in peas, lentils

UPL Corp offers a new seed treatment combination to manage aphanomyces root rot, crucial for pea and lentil production in Canada.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Soybean School: Short-season varieties could unlock double cropping success

New research indicates that selecting 'super short-season' soybean varieties can improve double cropping success in Ontario.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Make the most of managing yield with Syngenta's Stacked Cereals line up

Wheat management requires intentional practices to maximize yield potential, focusing on planting dates, fertility, and fungicide timing.
#canola
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Canola School: Flea beetles bite, cutworms hide - what growers need to know

Early-season insect pressure from cutworms and flea beetles poses significant threats to canola growers during seedling emergence.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Bayer Crop Science and RealAgriculture launch Future of Canola series to explore what's next for the crop

A multi-episode series on the future of canola will address challenges and opportunities in the Canadian canola value chain.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Canola School: Flea beetles bite, cutworms hide - what growers need to know

Early-season insect pressure from cutworms and flea beetles poses significant threats to canola growers during seedling emergence.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Bayer Crop Science and RealAgriculture launch Future of Canola series to explore what's next for the crop

A multi-episode series on the future of canola will address challenges and opportunities in the Canadian canola value chain.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Learning more about KWS hybrid rye, Ep 2: The push and pull of the market

The rye market faces challenges due to decreased demand and overproduction, prompting growers to adapt their strategies and explore new markets.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Wheat School: Early-season strategies to protect winter wheat

Early-season fungicide applications are crucial for winter wheat performance, influenced by timing, tank mixes, and weather conditions.
#canadian-agriculture
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg Radio: Canadian innovation, unleashing the economy, and farm management, Mar 3, 2026

RealAg Radio features industry experts discussing capital investment in Canadian agriculture, seed products, economic growth strategies, and farm management practices linked to financial performance.
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Pump the brakes: RIN "haircut" may rain on Canadian canola's 45z parade

From a preliminary or initial assessment, there are things to like in terms of supporting Canadian Canola's access to the U.S. biofuels market moving forward for sure," Davison says. A central update confirms that feedstocks from U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) countries are considered domestic for the purposes of the credit. Davison called that clarification "one of the key updates as part of the guidance that is favourable in our case to Canadian Canola.
Canada news
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 weeks ago

Wheat School: Three steps to a strong start for wheat

Preparing wheat seed involves assessing seed quality, selecting treatments, and ensuring proper application for optimal growth.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 weeks ago

Grain Farmers calls for action as fertilizer prices climb and supply risks rise

Geopolitical tensions are causing fertilizer price volatility and supply concerns for Ontario grain farmers, impacting their cropping decisions for spring.
fromRealagriculture
4 weeks ago

Canola School: Pre-seed weed control, kochia management, and herbicide rotation (Part 2 of 2)

Kochia continues to spread beyond its traditional areas, bringing resistance to multiple herbicide groups. This shift may require growers to rethink their canola systems, including variety selection.
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Canada news
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Bayer Crop Science commits $45 million to a new canola innovation centre at Winnipeg

Bayer will build a $45+ million canola innovation centre in Winnipeg to accelerate seed development, breeding, trait integration, and expanded herbicide-tolerance options by 2028.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Canada is way behind on capital investment in ag. Where does it fall apart?

Canada's agri-food sector contributes 7-10% of GDP but receives only 2% of federal venture funding, creating a significant growth capital gap that limits company scaling.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Canola School: Target plant stands, flea beetles, and pre-season planning (Part 1 of 2)

Winter is an ideal time for canola growers to refine seeding rates, plant populations, and disease management strategies before spring fieldwork begins.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
4 weeks ago

Policy Brief: Agriculture R&D through a critical infrastructure lens

Canada's public agricultural research infrastructure has declined significantly, with reduced AAFC funding shifting away from essential research site operations and maintenance.
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Big questions around public research and plant breeding as Manitoba Crop Alliance celebrates 5 years

It's a big part of MCA. Our funding for wheat breeding is a big investment that we make on behalf of Manitoba producers and their check-off dollars. There's still going to be some ongoing. We're just trying to figure out what the effect these cuts are going to have on these programs and where we might have to step up.
Canada news
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Wheat Pete's Word, Mar 18: Frost seeding in the dark, sulphur timing, and winter injury risks

Ontario farmers face winter injury risks, residue management challenges, and fertilizer handling issues requiring data-driven decisions for spring 2026 planting.
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

BASF set to expand canola breeding centre at Saskatoon

For 30 years, InVigor hybrid canola has played a central role in advancing productivity and performance for canola growers around the world. This facility expansion marks the next chapter in that legacy, enhancing breeding capacity, integrating advanced automation, and accelerating the development of new hybrids.
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fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg Radio: Weed pressure before emergence, sulphur by drone, and corn standability, Mar 16, 2026

Early weed pressure reduces crop yield before plant emergence, while drone applications for fertilizer and sulphur on fall-seeded cereals are emerging agricultural practices, alongside concerns about corn standability.
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Women in ag, diesel prices, & future plant breeding options, Mar 14 & 15/26

If we did that today, it would be a hundred percent, because right now, without question, 2026 is riskier than 2025. So farmers really [face significant challenges]. The war in Iran continues and it works back to the world of agriculture. It's had an impact on fertiliser and diesel prices and commodity markets, as well as currency.
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Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg Radio: The rising risks of farming, CUSMA negotiations, and lender relationships, Mar 13, 2026

RealAg Radio Friday episode features beef market updates and discussion of agricultural issues including fertilizer prices, food costs, fuel prices, and farmer risk management.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Wheat Pete's Word, March 11: The next generation of ag, ponded wheat, potash power, and a rust watch

Ontario winter wheat shows strong spring conditions with minimal ponding, while high-tillering wheat in Idaho presents lodging risks and leaf rust emerges unexpectedly in the southern U.S.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg Radio: Building bins, triggering new crop sales, and managing fertilizer prices, Mar 12, 2026

RealAg Radio's Farmer Rapid Fire features agricultural professionals from across Canada discussing farming issues and crop protection solutions.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

CWRC report highlights risks and opportunities in Canada's wheat breeding system

Canada's wheat breeding system requires significant transformation due to budget cuts and declining research capacity threatening future variety development and competitiveness.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

The truth about innovation in crop protection, with Mike Frank

Crop protection innovation is shifting from new molecules to formulations and mixtures, with off-patent actives dominating the market across 140 countries.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Wheat School: What long-term weather trends say about the future of wheat production

Rising nighttime temperatures in the Northern Plains and Western Canada reduce wheat yield potential despite increased CO2 benefits, though improved genetics currently offset climate impacts.
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Acreage 2026: Canola and corn gain ground while wheat takes a breather

Total wheat area is expected to dip 1.1% to 26.7 million acres in Canada. I have been hearing many growers say they like the idea of wheat's low input requirements, but market fundamentals are giving them pause when it comes to aggressively increasing acres.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg Radio: War's impact on fertilizer markets, new varieties, wheat breeding in Canada, Mar 4, 2026

RealAg radio and realllculture.com is your home for insight and analysis of the issues that are impacting your farm business. Let's get real and get connected with RealAg Radio.
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Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

The cost of digging out of a soil fertility deficit

Excessive fertilizer rate reductions deplete soil nutrient reserves below critical thresholds, causing rapid yield losses that require costly long-term rebuilding.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg Radio: Meteorological spring, sulphur management, and new variety considerations, Mar 2, 2026

Agronomic Monday covers meteorological spring, maple syrup season, DON risk in corn, sulphur management, wheat variety considerations, and risk management strategies for farm operations.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Canola School: Research looks beyond fungicides for verticillium management

Verticillium stripe is widespread in Prairie canola and requires genetic resistance breeding, as agronomic practices and early fungicide use show limited control.
#seed-treatments
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Heavy wheat stocks and hope on canola - where Prairie grain markets stand ahead of seeding

Global grain supplies are heavy, squeezing cereal margins, while canola and select pulse markets show firmer signals and Canada's wheat balance is comparatively tighter.
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Finding opportunity in biofuels for Canadian agriculture, Feb 21 & 22, 2026

Broadcasting from Calgary, Alberta, your host Shaun Haney is joined by Tyler McCann, managing director of CAPI, and Saskatchewan farmer Daryl Fransoo to talk about profitability in ag and the role of the biofuel industry from a Canadian agriculture perspective. Thoughts on something we talked about on the show? Connect with host Shaun Haney via [email protected], on X/Twitter by using the hashtag #RealAgRadio, or give us a shout or text on the response line, 1-855-776-6147.
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fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Grain markets, excitement for ag, and unleashing potential, Feb 28, 2026

Canadian agriculture sector discusses economic policy shifts, market recovery challenges, and strategies for building agricultural value with government and industry leaders.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Farming Forward: Protecting fertilizer from loss through banding depth

Deep banding nitrogen at least 2.5 inches with good soil coverage reduces losses and improves nutrient-use efficiency compared with shallow banding or broadcasting.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

The Agronomists, Ep 228: Revving up triticale stands with Joanna Follings and Christine O'Reilly

Winter triticale can be optimized as a versatile forage: feed, cash crop, cover crop, and grazing source through improved stand management.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Pulse School: Three great reasons to put a pulse in rotation

Pulses improve crop rotations by providing agronomic benefits, soil health improvements, disease management, nitrogen fixation, and market diversification while fitting best between cereal crops.
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Profitable Practices: Adding value to off-grade grain through feed milling

Middleton owns and operates Manawan Mills, a feed mill operation that processes grain into complete livestock feeds for species ranging from poultry to cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs. The mill sources most of its grain from nearby farms, often purchasing product that may be discounted at commercial elevators due to quality factors such as splits or lower test weight. Middleton says in this episode of Profitable Practices that those characteristics don't limit the grain's usefulness once it is processed.
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fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

New seed treatment delivers one-two punch for wireworm control in cereals

Equento Cereals offers contact and systemic wireworm control with plinazolin plus thiamethoxam, while delivering broad seed- and soil-borne disease protection in Western Canada (2026).
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Canadian combine sales launch much higher to start 2026

Combine sales surged early 2026 in Canada and the U.S., while tractor sales showed mixed results—Canada up modestly, U.S. tractor sales declined, especially 4WD.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg Radio: Lower-for-longer markets, access to growth capital, and renewable diesel, Feb 25, 2026

RealAg Radio discusses agricultural marketing cycles, renewable diesel market development in Canada, and agricultural technology innovations with industry experts.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

RealAg Radio: Diversifying, winter learning, and variable rate fertilizer planning, Feb 5, 2026

Farmer Rapid Fire on RealAg Radio features host Lyndsey Smith with farmers Peggy Brekveld, Jason Kehler, Phil Keddy, Jason Lenz, and agronomist Trevor Herzog.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Don't cut the science that pays the bills

Closing AAFC research stations undermines Canada's agricultural competitiveness by eliminating the only coordinated system for validating crop genetics across diverse agro-ecological zones, despite wheat breeding generating a 32:1 benefit-cost ratio.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

RealAg Radio: Weather impacts on profitability, lodging concerns, and cereal nutrition, Feb. 2, 2026

Weather strongly influences farm profitability, increases lodging risk in cereals, and requires targeted cereal nutrition and improved genetics to protect yield and quality.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg Markets: Lower-for-longer cycle keeps lid on grain market recovery

Grain markets will remain rangebound with prices staying lower for longer due to rebuilt global stockpiles and continued maximum production efforts by growers worldwide.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Farmland prices plateau after explosive run

Southwestern Ontario farmland values stabilized in 2025 with modest 2.7% growth and an average price around $27,258 per acre.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Looking back at 25 years of Syngenta Canada - and what's next

Crop protection innovation delivered step-change fungicides, herbicides, and integrated seed/herbicide solutions critical for disease and resistance management across Canadian crops.
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