Planters and drills are starting to roll across much of the country as we enter the second week of May, with concerns about moisture (a lack of moisture in the west, and too much in the east) growing. With the start of the new growing season, it's time for Farmer Rapid Fire, where we chat... Read More
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The last time gasoline prices across Canada were where they are today, averaging around $1.33/litre, was in July 2014, when the price of oil was around US$100 a barrel. Oil prices have been trending higher since last summer, but are still $30 below where they were in July 2014. So why are fuel prices so... Read More
The beef markets are riding an unusually high basis in both Canada and the United States, but that's set to change. "So over the next eight weeks — between now and when June goes off — we will see the two converge," says Gateway Livestock's Anne Wasko, adding that in 2015 basis was +20 when... Read More
Canada is a very unique country, characterized as a vastly unpopulated nation that has its stereotypes played out by the likes of Bob and Doug McKenzie, Corner Gas, or Jim Carrey's depiction of life in Canada. But really, what defines a Canadian? Unlike countries such as China, Sweden, or even the U.S., with distinct foods... Read More
Why aren't people telling the truth? Host Shaun Haney starts off the show talking about our Do you tell StatsCan the truth poll, and asking for your feedback on this. Then: Top Ag News - U.S.-China trade discussions, protecting Canada's dairy industry, CN Rail claims the best April in history, and more. Beef Market Update... Read More
Is corn growing greener beyond Ontario borders? How does corn profitability and cost of production in the province stack up with other growing regions around the world — from the U.S. to South America, Ukraine, and China? These are some of the questions Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs business analysis and cost... Read More
There is an expectation that when the North American Free Trade Agreement talks resume as early as Monday, dairy access could be a higher priority in the talks. Recently, U.S. lawmakers wrote a letter to trade representative Robert Lighthizer to remind the administration of the desired changes to U.S. dairy access into Canada. In the... Read More
It's another live broadcast from Picture Butte, AB today, and host Shaun Haney starts the show off talking about the power of a single word — 'fair'. Then: Top Ag News - An update on Bill C-49, Premier Wynne's stance on Ontario's Greenbelt, and more. Hog markets - AgriTalk's Chip Flory provides an update on... Read More
Why do we even have a regular season? Host Shaun Haney gives a shout-out to the playoffs to start the show. Then, finding and keeping skilled farm workers, and BNSF Railway's strategy. And, of course: Top Ag News - ICE wants to move canola futures to New York; an update on CP strike; Bill C-49;... Read More
It's very suddenly time to get things done! Host Peter Johnson starts off the show talking temperatures and crop notes, then moves into erosion (there is still so much!), alfalfa, biological stimulants and more. Find a summary of today’s show topics and times below the audio. Have a question you’d like Johnson to address? Or... Read More