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'Too Much on the Line'
New study reveals the cost of supply chain disruptions
A new economic analysis finds a single week of rail and port disruptions during peak export season costs Canada's grain sector up to $540 million, largely in unrecoverable export sales. The analysis called Too Much on the Line launched as new study reveals the cost of supply chain disruptions commissioned by the Agric...
14h ago
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Farm theft
RCMP investigate grain truck theft
Police are asking for the public's help finding a grain truck. Watrous RCMP said the Ford Heavy Duty 3-ton grain truck was stolen from a farm in the RM of Morris sometime between Feb. 01, 2025, and April 24, 2026. The suspect gained entry to a farm shop, where they stole the keys to a truck and subsequently took the ve...
Apr 27, 2026
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Trade talks
Canada's Meat Processors join in the discussion on trade negotiations
The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) said the Canadian Meat Council (CMC) will be a part of the agri-food sector's representation on trade discussions. CAFTA represents producers, processors, and exporters across Canada's agri-food sector, advancing trade priorities in Ottawa and internationally to support mar...
Apr 27, 2026
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Ag recycling
Cleanfarms ushers in new era of agricultural Circularity
Cleanfarms is growing its focus on finding innovative circularity solutions in Canadian agriculture. It's a direct result of the work started by outgoing Executive Director Barry Friesen, who retired on April 2. Under his guidance, Cleanfarms created a comprehensive "blue box" model for Canadian agriculture, ...
Apr 27, 2026
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Wild weather
Drought fears linger as seeding begins on southwest Saskatchewan farms
Seeding season is underway across parts of Saskatchewan, but for farmers in the drought-stricken southwest, optimism in short supply.After a winter that brought little moisture and a spring that has so far swung wildly between warm temperatures and sudden snowstorms, producers are finally getting equipment into the fie...
Apr 27, 2026
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wheat exports
Canadian wheat continues to be a preference for international customers
Cereals Canada released its new report outlining how targeted market development, technical engagement, and science-based policy advocacy are helping to protect, maintain, and grow global demand for Canadian wheat in an increasingly complex trade environment. Canadian wheat is exported to more than eighty internatio...
Apr 24, 2026
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Crops

'Too Much on the Line'
New study reveals the cost of supply chain disruptions
A new economic analysis finds a single week of rail and port disruptions during peak export season costs Canada's grain sector up to $540 million, largely in unrecoverable export sales. The analysis called Too Much on the Line launched as new study reveals the cost of supply chain disruptions commissioned by the Agric...
14h ago
Read More
Farm theft
RCMP investigate grain truck theft
Police are asking for the public's help finding a grain truck. Watrous RCMP said the Ford Heavy Duty 3-ton grain truck was stolen from a farm in the RM of Morris sometime between Feb. 01, 2025, and April 24, 2026. The suspect gained entry to a farm shop, where they stole the keys to a truck and subsequently took the ve...
Apr 27, 2026
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Ag recycling
Cleanfarms ushers in new era of agricultural Circularity
Cleanfarms is growing its focus on finding innovative circularity solutions in Canadian agriculture. It's a direct result of the work started by outgoing Executive Director Barry Friesen, who retired on April 2. Under his guidance, Cleanfarms created a comprehensive "blue box" model for Canadian agriculture, ...
Apr 27, 2026
Read More
Wild weather
Drought fears linger as seeding begins on southwest Saskatchewan farms
Seeding season is underway across parts of Saskatchewan, but for farmers in the drought-stricken southwest, optimism in short supply.After a winter that brought little moisture and a spring that has so far swung wildly between warm temperatures and sudden snowstorms, producers are finally getting equipment into the fie...
Apr 27, 2026
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Livestock

'Too Much on the Line'
New study reveals the cost of supply chain disruptions
A new economic analysis finds a single week of rail and port disruptions during peak export season costs Canada's grain sector up to $540 million, largely in unrecoverable export sales. The analysis called Too Much on the Line launched as new study reveals the cost of supply chain disruptions commissioned by the Agric...
14h ago
Read More
Trade talks
Canada's Meat Processors join in the discussion on trade negotiations
The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) said the Canadian Meat Council (CMC) will be a part of the agri-food sector's representation on trade discussions. CAFTA represents producers, processors, and exporters across Canada's agri-food sector, advancing trade priorities in Ottawa and internationally to support mar...
Apr 27, 2026
Read More
Ag recycling
Cleanfarms ushers in new era of agricultural Circularity
Cleanfarms is growing its focus on finding innovative circularity solutions in Canadian agriculture. It's a direct result of the work started by outgoing Executive Director Barry Friesen, who retired on April 2. Under his guidance, Cleanfarms created a comprehensive "blue box" model for Canadian agriculture, ...
Apr 27, 2026
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Bang for your buck
Consumers aren't ditching beef due to high costs, they're just 'trading down'
Affordability is key for consumers right now, but the high cost of living isn't enough for people in Saskatchewan to stop asking, "Where's the beef?" Instead, consumers are shifting to cheaper cuts.Bryce Olson owns Northern Meats in Spiritwood. He's noticed a big spike in the number of people ordering bulk gr...
Apr 22, 2026
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CUSMA Review
Agricultural leader named to Canada-U.S. Economic Advisory Committe
Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced the creation of a new advisory committee on Canada-U.S. economic relations leading up to the 2026 Joint Review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) deal this summer. The 25-member committee includes several people who work in agriculture or have agriculture-relat...
Apr 22, 2026
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Financial troubles for farming operation
Monette Group files for creditor protection
A Saskatchewan-based, large-scale farming and ranching business has filed for creditor protection. According to a letter sent to landowners on Apr. 21, Monette Group made the filing under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA). The letter, obtained by farmnewsNOW, was signed by Darryl Monette and stated the ...
Apr 22, 2026
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