AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNational Food Security Strategy: Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Ireland announcing a new Canada–Ireland bilateral co-operation framework, with agri-food and innovation on the agenda—while Ottawa’s broader push is to boost affordability and resilience through a $3.2B National Food Security Strategy. Crop Outlook: Analysts say Canada’s durum crop may be smaller than forecast, with farmers likely shifting acres into spring wheat as durum prices lagged. Pest & Farm Inputs: Alberta and Saskatchewan producers face a shrinking window to use two-per-cent liquid strychnine for Richardson’s ground squirrels, with distribution ramping up but timing running tight. Livestock Biosecurity: Canada has temporarily restricted certain Texas livestock imports after a second New World screwworm detection in South Texas, while officials work to contain spread. Invasive Species Watch: Newfoundland and Labrador continues Japanese beetle monitoring and eradication efforts, including movement restrictions and targeted larvicides. Market Pulse: Commodity coverage highlights strength in canola and other agricultural inputs, alongside mixed performance across staples.
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