AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTrade & Infrastructure: Canada and Michigan say the Gordie Howe International Bridge will open July 27, with U.S. government support, plus a 15-year economic development fund tied to toll profits—good news for the Windsor-Detroit corridor that matters to Canadian ag supply chains. Prairie Crops & Pests: Cabbage seedpod weevil numbers are rising across the Prairies, with scouts urged as canola moves into flowering. Weather & Farm Impacts: Southern Manitoba’s La Broquerie Farm & Community Market is cancelled due to an extreme heat forecast, with Environment Canada warning humidex values in the mid-40s. Livestock & Food Safety: Health officials in the U.S. are investigating a growing Cyclospora outbreak tied to fresh produce, with Michigan reporting nearly 1,000 cases. Ag Innovation: Western Applied Research Corporation’s Scott field day highlights irrigation and fertilizer research, including canola work on enhanced-efficiency nitrogen products. Community & Food Security: A Niagara food bank says summer heat increases demand for hydration and healthier snacks for kids.
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