News - Grains

Manitoba’s place as a leader in the global grains industry will be strengthened by a $2 million investment in new, specialized equipment at the Canadian International Grains Institute in Winnipeg.

Keystone Agricultural Producers advises farmers to utilize sound business practices when selling grain, especially if it’s to a company they have never dealt with before.

Member of Parliament for Provencher, Ted Falk, applauds the Harper Government for taking measures to move more grain through the transportation system and maintain Canada’s reputation as a supplier to world markets.

Farmers affected by transportation delays and other backlogs in the grain transportation system are encouraged to connect with their local farm business management specialist to get personalized advice and resources on how to deal with this challenging situation.

A weather and crop specialist with CWB reports, despite the late start to planting, this year’s crop production is significantly higher than ever produced on the Prairies.

An executive member of Manitoba Pork Council’s board of directors expects dramatically improved crop production this year and subsequent lower feed grain prices to result in profits within the hog industry for at least the next year.

The chair of Manitoba Pork Council says the prospects of increased grain production this year and improved hog futures prices have dramatically brightened the outlook for western Canadian pork producers.

The president of FarmEcon suggests reductions in the affordability of food resulting from American renewable fuel policies have harmed U.S. foreign relations.

A FarmEcon LLC study has shown the U.S. renewable fuel mandate has resulted in a dramatic increase in the cost of food production and a decrease in food affordability.

A weather and crop specialist with CWB predicts continued tight global availability of grain and high prices before prices start to ease in anticipation of this year’s harvest.