Disruptions to nitrogen fertilizer supply through the Strait of Hormuz could reduce global grain yields and shift planting decisions, potentially lifting grain prices, Goldman Sachs said in a report on Tuesday.
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Hormuz-driven fertilizer shortage could raise grain prices, Goldman Sachs says
Crop input costs to rise in 2026: FCC
Crop input costs are expected to rise in 2026, while crop prices are expected to come down, according to Farm Credit Canada’s analysis.
Canadian crop outlook has improved since January says FCC
Canadian farmers' overall new crop outlook has improved since the beginning of the year, says Farm Credit Canada.
Pulse Weekly: Saskatchewan pea plantings progress
Seeding to be complete in the southeast “in a matter of days”
Pea and other pulse plantings in southeast Saskatchewan are progressing at a rapid pace thanks to timely rains in the region.
Trade instability likely to tighten 2025 crop profit margins says FCC
Farmers in both west and east unlikely to deviate much on seeded acres of canola, wheat, soy and corn despite volatility
Tight margins could get tighter amid trade instability as farmers prepare to seed this year’s crop, say Farm Credit Canada economists.
Steel tariffs could make North American corn more costly
St. Lawrence could see increased freight rates for grains and oilseeds
If President Trump puts tariffs on steel, this will increase freight rates for grains and oilseeds out of the St. Lawrence due to lower vessel traffic.
Ag sector facing diverse challenges heading into 2025
FCC highlights tariffs, inflation, exchange rates and more as possible headwinds for ag in new year
Cam Mock, senior relationship manager at Farm Credit Canada, highighted some of the challenges Ontario farmers will face this year in a macroeconomic update and crop sector outlook at the annual Grey County Soil and Crop Winter Meeting in Durham last month.
Feed Grain Weekly: Barley, corn the same price
Domestic feed barley and United States corn imports are pretty much the same price in Western Canada, said Darcy Haley, vice-president of Ag Value Brokers in Lethbridge.
Feed Grain Weekly: Corn prices drop, barley favoured
Despite United States corn futures declining as of late, barley is still the preferred feed grain at feedlots in southern Alberta, said a trader.
December a crucial window for soybean, corn sales
Crop prices in Ontario are currently making seasonal lows as they do during harvest
December is a prime opportunity for Ontario farmers to sell soybeans because U.S. farmer selling slows and the South American harvest hasn’t started. Ontario basis levels are strengthening during December, while the soybean futures are making seasonal highs.