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New China trade agreement doesn’t fix everything, canola industry says, but it’s a welcome starting point to cut tariffs and reclaim Canada’s market foothold.
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MANITOBA AG DAYS: Canola industry tallies hits and misses of China trade deal
China tariff cuts a welcome start, but there’s still work to do, canola groups say at Manitoba Ag Days 2026
MANITOBA AG DAYS: Farm profit panel tells fellow farmers to focus on controllables
Farmers can’t control the market or politics, but they can control their own farm and risk management, Manitoba Ag Days 2026 attendees hear
Farmers can’t control an uncertain market or global politics, but they can control farm and risk management, Manitoba Ag Days 2026 attendees hear.
Agriculture Minister hosts agriculture leaders, launches policy framework talks
The federal government has begun working with agriculture groups and stakeholders to develop its next agriculture policy framework the federal agriculture minister announced on Tuesday.
Manitoba crop insurance expands wildlife coverage, offers pilot programs
High participation rate underscores importance of insurance in risk management
New crop insurance coverage is available to Manitoba farmers.
Farmers flood Keystone Centre for Ag Days
Organizers look forward to successful show run in 2026
Farmers, organizers and exhibitors are converging on the Keystone Centre at Brandon, Manitoba for the first of three days of Ag Days 2026.
Air, land and sea join forces as Manitoba launches Arctic trade corridor plans
Port of Churchill, CentrePort Canada, Winnipeg airport all central to plans to make Manitoba a major conduit for northern global trade
Manitoba wants to take its Arctic trade routes to the big leagues. The Port of Churchill, CentrePort Canada and Winnipeg airport have all raised their hands to help it happen.
Big oat crop in 2025/26 pointing to less acres next year
Oat acres in Canada are likely to recede this spring with cash prices to remain low, said Scott Shiels, grain procurement manager for Grain Millers Canada in Yorkton, Sask.
China trade deal falls short: Conservatives
Conservative Shadow Minister John Barlow criticizes Prime Minister Mark Carney’s trade agreement with China, citing longevity concerns and CUSMA implications.
Canadian Cattle Association names Brocklebank CEO
Andrea Brocklebank will replace Dennis Laycraft as head of the Canadian Cattle Association effective March 1
Andrea Brocklebank will take over as chief executive officer of the Canadian Cattle Association effective March 1.
MANITOBA AG DAYS: Youth take spotlight at 2026 show
The Manitoba Young Speakers for Agriculture competition is a new addition to this year's farm show
The Manitoba Young Speakers for Agriculture competition is a new addition to the Manitoba Ag Days schedule for 2026.
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