AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAgri-food Competitiveness: Canada held seventh place among G20 countries in a new agri-food ranking, but processors still face rising costs, trade uncertainty and hurdles bringing products to market. Export Push: Saskatchewan is promoting agriculture in Japan, its third-largest farm export market. The province shipped $1.2 billion in agrifood products there in 2025, led by canola seed and wheat. Grain Logistics: P&H plans to close its Owen Sound terminal on Dec. 18. Local farmers warn the loss of storage will leave them seeking new outlets and could raise shipping costs. Swine Health: Ottawa is investing up to $3.1 million in faster testing and surveillance, including a test designed to detect seven pig viruses in one sample. Farm Innovation: The federal government is also backing AI crop research for Eastern Canadian farmers, while a separate $50-million investment will support food-sector innovation.
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