Despite deal with China, Manitoba producers in no rush to ramp up canola production
If you’re driving through rural Manitoba next summer, you might not see a big increase in the number of golden...
Resignation of Saskatchewan wheat breeder draws concern
REGINA — Stakeholders say they hope the federal government will replace wheat breeder Richard Cuthbert, who has resigned his position...
Canadian canola farmers express ‘cautious optimism’ over trade agreement with China
“It’s a huge step forward, but a little disappointing at the same time.” That’s how Stephen Vandervalk, who grows canola...
Wheat breeder resignation raises concerns across industry
The resignation of a wheat breeder at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Swift Current Research and Development Centre is raising concerns...
Federally mandated spending reductions putting additional strain on research
Canadian wheat growers are calling for decisive, forward-looking action to strengthen the country’s wheat breeding system following the recent departure...
Departure of Senior AAFC Breeder Sparks Renewed Calls for Long-Term Wheat Breeding Strategy
The recent reported departure of Richard Cuthbert, a senior wheat breeder at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Swift Current Research and...
Canada’s Wheat Breeding Future Is Ours to Build, Say Growers
Turning a legacy into a launchpad amid funding cuts and growing risk FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Ottawa, ON – Canadian...
Rebuilding Trust in Canada’s Supply Chain
Wheat Growers Call for Action to Prevent Future Trade Disruptions Saskatoon, SK – November 2025 — The Wheat Growers Association...
Comfort over courage: The cost of playing it safe in agriculture
By Daryl Fransoo “There are risks and costs to action. But they are far less than the long-range risks of...
Comfort over courage: The cost of playing it safe in agriculture
There is a quiet crisis in Canadian agriculture. It doesn’t make headlines or trigger emergency meetings, but it is real....