Deere has trimmed its annual profit forecast for the second time, squeezed by slumping demand for tractors and combines as falling crop prices pressure farm income.
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Despite challenges like drought and war, Canadian farms proved resilient
Number of acres in production falls by 20 million
Total farm operating expenses see largest increase in more than 40 years
Hike in farm fuel, fertilizer and feed costs is the largest in nearly 50 years
Annual FCC Economic Outlook focuses on predicted global economic slowdown
Participation deadline extended to end of month
Much of Manitoba, southern Alberta designated for 2022