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Canadian Food Inspection Agency slammed for handling of bovine tuberculosis case
The federal government leans heavily on producers to “take one for the team” and risk their livelihoods without any reassurance…
Trump cuts off trade talks with Canada
UPDATED: October 24, 2025 – 0910 CST – Adds comments from Prime Minister Mark Carney. Reuters — U.S. President Donald…
Why feds imposed EV tariffs
Moe and Kinew have a fight on their hands when it comes to eliminating the EV tariff. Canada has to…
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Container dispute embroils Port of Vancouver
GCT wants to expand its existing container terminal at the Port of Vancouver, but it is running into opposition from…
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Saskatchewan throne speech promises strong economy
Saskatchewan’s legislative agenda for the coming year will focus on meeting the challenges of new world trading relationships, said the…
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Canadian Food Inspection Agency extends chronic wasting disease control program consultation deadline
Date extended for consultation period of changes to CWD program
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Defence investments could benefit agriculture
A bump in Canada’s NATO spending commitments could lead to infrastructure investments that would benefit rural areas
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Trump’s tariffs take their toll on U.S. producers
U.S. farmers say Trump’s tariffs have been devastating for growers in that country.
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Weather factors to watch this winter
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Canadian Food Inspection Agency slammed for handling of bovine tuberculosis case
Saskatchewan cattle operation lost entire herd of more than 2,000 head after a positive test for bovine tuberculosis
Carney visits Asia to forge new alliances and reduce U.S. dependence
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney embarks on his first official visit to Asia on Friday in an attempt to deepen trade and security ties at a time when the North American country is struggling to lessen its overwhelming dependence on the U.S. and redefine its foreign policy in pursuit of new markets.
Trump cuts off trade talks with Canada
UPDATED: October 24, 2025 – 0910 CST – Adds comments from Prime Minister Mark Carney. Reuters — U.S. President Donald Trump intensified his criticism of Canada on Friday after terminating trade talks over a Canadian political advertisement that used Republican icon Ronald Reagan saying tariffs cause trade wars and economic disaster. Trump, who imposed import […] Read more
Most of Manitoba harvest wraps up for 2025
Manitoba Agriculture issued its final crop report of 2025, showing the overall provincewide harvest at 97 per cent complete as of Oct. 20. Nearly all major crops have finished combining, with 37 per cent of Manitoba’s sunflowers finished, plus 71 per cent of grain corn and small amounts of soybeans and potatoes left to do.
Why feds imposed EV tariffs
Automotive industry and trade analysts say getting rid of tariff would be no slam dunk
Moe and Kinew have a fight on their hands when it comes to eliminating the EV tariff. Canada has to worry about pissing off the U.S. and Mexico and hundreds of thousands of auto workers.
New opportunities for Canadian goods in Mexico
Agriculture minister’s trip to Mexico sees promotion of Canadian goods like beef and canola, with potential for more partnerships in the future
Container dispute embroils Port of Vancouver
A container terminal company says the port’s Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project is hindering its expansion plans
GCT wants to expand its existing container terminal at the Port of Vancouver, but it is running into opposition from the port itself.
IGC raises 2025/26 world wheat crop forecast
The International Grains Council has raised its forecast for 2025/26 global wheat production with crop outlooks upgraded for Russia, the United States and Argentina.
Trump quadrupling Argentina beef tariff rate quota to 80,000 tonnes
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is quadrupling the tariff rate quota on Argentinian beef to 80,000 tonnes to reduce prices and protect American farmers, a White House official said on Thursday.
Saskatchewan throne speech promises strong economy
The challenging trade environment is a concern but also presents opportunity, government said
Saskatchewan’s legislative agenda for the coming year will focus on meeting the challenges of new world trading relationships, said the speech from the throne.
