AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFarm Technology: Robotic irrigation is gaining ground in Western Canada, as growers look to apply water and nutrients with less driver time. Budget and Costs: Farm groups welcomed measures in Budget 2026, including tax changes, but say rising costs and weak competitiveness remain concerns. Trade: Ottawa extended tariff relief for firms importing U.S. goods through June 2028, with some exemptions for agricultural and food-sector packaging. China has also extended tariff relief on Canadian products, including canola and peas, while farm groups urge Ottawa to grow domestic demand for canola. Crop Outlook: Saskatchewan farmers report above-average yields and crop quality generally in line with the 10-year average. A new study also puts numbers on yield losses linked to canola rotation, sharpening the focus on crop planning. Farm Labour: Canada and Caribbean partners are discussing better housing, health coverage and contract protections for seasonal agricultural workers.
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