AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDairy & Nutrition Shift: Canadian grocers and major dairy brands are leaning into lactose-free and easier-to-digest options, with ultra-filtered lactose-free milk and renewed interest in A2 milk showing up in consumer demand. Wildfire & Farm Resilience: Splatsin rescinded some evacuation orders tied to the Bradley Creek wildfire, and Davison Orchard says its Grandview Farm was spared—an early sign of relief for nearby producers. Agri Supply Chain: CPKC set a new annual record moving 30.66 million metric tons of Canadian grain in 2025-26, citing elevator upgrades and network investment. New Protein Crop Momentum: Alberta’s first lupin processing plant south of Pickardville opened, producing feed ingredients and aiming to expand high-protein pulse opportunities for farmers. Food Safety Watch: The CDC added Iowa to the cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Mexican lettuce, bringing the U.S. total to 15 states as cases continue to rise. Business Restructuring: Goodfood obtained an initial order under the CCAA as it moves through financial restructuring while operations continue across Canada. Market Signals: Global pork prices softened on sluggish demand and oversupply, with analysts pointing to regional supply dynamics.
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