AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoU.S.-Canada Trade War Hits Agriculture: The U.S. moved ahead early Tuesday with a ban on nearly $1 billion in Canadian imports, including alcohol, dairy products (notably whey), and some motorcycles—another escalation in the tariff fight that Canada says is illegal and unjustified. Prairie Farm Costs: Diesel prices have surged to historic highs, raising transport and input costs and putting more pressure on farmers and food prices. Front-of-Package Labels Change Buying Habits: New Health Canada “high in” nutrition symbols are already shifting grocery choices, with over half of shoppers saying they’ve avoided products with warnings and many expecting future label influence. Breeding for Better Wheat and Barley: The Canadian Wheat and Barley Research Coalitions formed a strategic partnership to strengthen Canada’s wheat and barley breeding system for field-ready varieties. Drone Investment Scrutiny: Saskatoon drone maker Draganfly says a $10M U.S. investment tied to Trump Jr. comes without “special rights” or board seats. Energy Security & Policy: Coverage also highlights how trade and energy uncertainty are reshaping planning for border states and Canadian producers.
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