Insights and Stories on StatCan

Jun. 27, 2025 at 11:58 am CDT

In something of a surprise, Statistics Canada lowered its projection for planted canola acres in 2025/26, with other oilseeds reaping some of the benefits. As well, StatCan adjusted its numbers for Canadian wheat.

By Glen Hallick - MarketsFarm

Jun. 25, 2025 at 4:07 pm CDT

Dry beans and field peas are in good shape so far in 2025, said Daryl Domitruk, executive director for Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers.

By Glen Hallick - MarketsFarm

Jun. 20, 2025 at 11:39 am CDT

Canadian farmers' total equity growth slowed for the first time in five years in 2024 as liabilities grew faster than assets, Statistics Canada reported. Farmland prices led to most of the growth, while declining farm income led to less ability to service debts.

By Geralyn Wichers

Jun. 18, 2025 at 3:26 pm CDT

Canola prices could shift up or down in the coming weeks due to uncertainty, said Jerry Klassen, analyst with Resilient Capital in Winnipeg

By Glen Hallick - MarketsFarm

Jun. 13, 2025 at 1:28 pm CDT

There were some notable changes to Canadian canola made in the United States Department of Agriculture world oilseed report issued on June 12. The USDA increased its call on 2024/25 canola exports and trimmed those for 2025/26, and reduced carryout projections for both marketing years.

By Glen Hallick - MarketsFarm