Cornell University – A Cornell University-led national network of scientists and farmers is developing new varieties of cover crops that are better adapted to local regions and stressors – changes that could carry a bevy of long-term and sustainable benefits for organic growers. The research has been made possible thanks to a three-and-a-half year, $3 […]
Read more: Smaller Prairie organic crops underpin available bids
By Phil Franz-Warkentin Glacier FarmMedia staff Western Canada’s organic crops were hit hard by drought in 2021, which should be supportive for prices going forward. However, that smaller crop is leading to some caution amongst end users, as they wait for a better sense of available supplies before entering the market. A number of companies […]
Read more: Organic crop conditions vary, as prices to shift upward
By Glen Hallick Glacier FarmMedia staff With the severity of the drought across most of Western Canada this summer, it’s a given that grain prices will push higher, including those for organic grains, oilseeds and pulses. In Ontario, the story has been much different with the province’s growing region receiving enough rain to prevent any […]
Read more: Organic crops in Western Canada struggle in drought Note: July prices for Ontario were not available at press time. As such, prices for June have been re-published in the chart above as a reference for readers.
Read more: Organic grain seeding going ahead as prices remain flat
By Adam Peleshaty Glacier FarmMedia staff A brief break from dry conditions across western Canada was a much-needed gift for organic grain growers, as the precipitation allowed them to seed more of their crops into the ground. “(Seeding is) mostly complete, (it) will be in the next seven to 10 days. After the latest rain […]
Read more: Canadian organic markets holding steady, eyes turn to new crop
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