AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTrade & Farm Policy: Canada’s cattle sector is pushing back on a Mercosur trade deal, warning that expanded beef access could squeeze Canadian producers as negotiations continue. Food Security & Climate Risk: A new look at global “breadbasket” vulnerability argues crop failures are becoming more likely to hit multiple major regions at once, raising the odds of sharper food-price shocks. Livestock Biosecurity: Canada has moved to restrict Texas livestock imports after a New World screwworm detection, with CFIA disease-control steps aimed at keeping the pest out. Mental Health on the Farm: Canadian farmers are turning to mental health groups as stress mounts from factors they can’t control, including weather, markets, and policy uncertainty. Saskatchewan CUSMA Prep: Saskatchewan has launched a CUSMA advisory council to shape provincial priorities ahead of the July 1 review and ongoing U.S. tariff concerns. Agri-Food Diplomacy: Prime Minister Mark Carney’s upcoming France and Ireland trip includes discussions on expanding cooperation in agri-food and related innovation areas. Market/Operations Watch: Milk production is rising again, while soybeans and corn continue to slide, keeping pressure on crop margins.
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