CKRM Agriculture

Farm Groups hope railways and workers can reach a deal before a possible strike occurs

Farm Groups hope railways and workers can reach a deal before a possible strike occurs

Jul 30, 2024 | 4:59pm
Two farm groups are calling on the federal government, CPKC and CN Rail, and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) that represents workers at both railways, to do whatever it takes to prevent a national strike from happening. The Wheat Growers and Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) are concerned about job action occurring right […]
Two grain companies have grain dealer licence revoked by Canadian Grain Commission

Two grain companies have grain dealer licence revoked by Canadian Grain Commission

Jul 30, 2024 | 3:28pm
The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) has been cracking down on grain companies not paying farmers for their delivery. Back on March 25, the CGC removed the grain dealer licence and a primary elevator licence for an elevator in Holland, Manitoba from Zeghers Seed Inc, also known as Zeghers Canada. A review of individual producer claims […]
Closing Grain Prices Tuesday, July 30

Closing Grain Prices Tuesday, July 30

Jul 30, 2024 | 1:13pm
Durum                         315.68  Feed barley                  221.57  Canola                          560.12 (down 4.00) Chickpeas                     925.94  Flax        […]
Opening Grain Prices Tuesday, July 30

Opening Grain Prices Tuesday, July 30

Jul 30, 2024 | 9:27am
Durum                         315.68  Feed barley                  221.57  Canola                          564.12 (down 13.20) Chickpeas                     925.94  Flax        […]
New Crop Year Price Predictions

New Crop Year Price Predictions

Jul 29, 2024 | 2:16pm
The new crop year begins this Thursday, August 1. The 2024-25 crop year is expected to see significant price declines for most crops. In fact, wheat and flax are the only crops where prices are forecast to be a bit better. The Market Analysis Group within Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada issues regular outlooks for the […]
Closing Grain Prices Monday, July 29

Closing Grain Prices Monday, July 29

Jul 29, 2024 | 2:03pm
Durum                         315.68  Feed barley                  221.57  Canola                          577.32 (up 5.60) Chickpeas                     925.94  Flax        […]
Opening Grain Prices Monday, July 29

Opening Grain Prices Monday, July 29

Jul 29, 2024 | 9:25am
Durum                         315.68  Feed barley                  221.57  Canola                          571.72 (down 17.20) Chickpeas                     925.94  Flax        […]
Canola prices remain volatile, but wheat has a more positive outlook

Canola prices remain volatile, but wheat has a more positive outlook

Jul 27, 2024 | 10:34am
Canola and wheat futures appear to head down to their respective price floor. It seems to be the case for the ICE Futures November Canola contract, even though it was up roughly six dollars on the week. The contract closed Friday afternoon at $646.50, a decease of $25.20 on the day. Future Commodity Advisor with […]
SaskAgToday Roundtable Episode 43

SaskAgToday Roundtable Episode 43

Jul 26, 2024 | 3:22pm
Note: The SaskAgToday.com Roundtable will be taking another two week break and will return on Friday, August 16. In the meantime, enjoy today’s Roundtable with Chief Agricultural Editor of SaskAgToday.com Kevin Hursh, 620 CKRM AgriNews Director Ryan Young, and GX94 Agriculture Director Doug Falconer.
Closing Grain Prices Friday, July 26

Closing Grain Prices Friday, July 26

Jul 26, 2024 | 2:43pm
Durum                         315.68  Feed barley                  221.57  Canola                          588.92 (down 7.80) Chickpeas                     925.94  Flax        […]