Insights and Stories of Geralyn Wichers

Nov. 21, 2024 at 4:22 pm CST

Farm machinery sales are forecast to decline for the remainder of the year and into the next. New equipment sales are expected to be soft as farmers face low commodity prices, high equipment prices and lower profits, though the decline in 2025 is expected to be less severe than in 2024. Sales of 4WD tractors are projected to stay above the five-year average.

By Geralyn Wichers

Nov. 18, 2024 at 1:59 pm CST

Canadian Grains Council (CGC) president Erin Gowriluk has been named vice president of the International Grain Trade Coalition (IGTC).

By Geralyn Wichers

Nov. 18, 2024 at 11:37 am CST

The Canadian red meat sector will open an advocacy office in Beijing to grow and protect its Chinese market industry groups announced today.

By Geralyn Wichers

Nov. 15, 2024 at 3:10 pm CST

The federal government has pledged $5.2 million in for 35 projects researching bird flu.

By Geralyn Wichers

Nov. 6, 2024 at 2:58 pm CST

Potato growers are once again asked to give their feedback on a national potato wart response plan as the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) launches a final round of public consultations.

By Geralyn Wichers