Cereals Canada

The newly-launched Gate Capital Campaign today received funding commitments from four Canadian grower organizations, bringing its total to $18.4 million. Alberta Grains, Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat), Manitoba Crop Alliance, and Grain Farmers of Ontario have together pledged $13.4 million in support of the Global Agriculture Technology Exchange (Gate). The organizations are all members to Cereals Canada. Led by Cereals Canada, Gate is a visionary $102 million project aimed at advancing Canada's position as a leader in cereal grain innovation and global food security, to be built in downtown Winnipeg. On behalf of the organization, Capital Campaign Chair JoAnne Buth deeply expressed her gratitude to the Eastern and Western Canadian grower organizations for their support. “High-quality Canadian wheat starts with the growers, so it is fitting that this capital campaign starts with their commitment,” said Buth. “Growers are the foundation of agriculture, and this exemplifies their interest and devotion for a stronger, profitable cereals industry. We're thrilled to see such strong support from the farm associations.” This significant early commitment demonstrates the importance of Gate to the future of Canadian agriculture, Canadian cereal growers, and global customers, explained Buth, adding, “Growers understand the importance of the global market and the need for technical exchange to keep Canada competitive for years to come.” Gate will serve as a hub for food innovation to support Canadian farmers, domestic and global customers, and the value chain, and it will uphold Canada’s position as a leader in nutritious, high-quality food ingredients. Cereals Canada is contributing $5 million from its reserves to the Gate Capital Campaign. Read the full release at: https://lnkd.in/eZNAMSx4

The spring wheat harvest is progressing quickly across the Prairies, with 41% complete in Manitoba and 28% in Saskatchewan. Alberta is reporting at 36% complete, a significant rise from the 5-year average of 16%. Read the full report at: https://lnkd.in/g9rPFPUQ #harvest24 #cdnag

It's go time! Harvest '24 is underway across the Prairies. The spring wheat harvest is most advanced in the southern regions of the growing area, with 5% complete in Alberta, 4% in Saskatchewan, and 3% in Manitoba. Read the latest Growing Season Progress Report at https://lnkd.in/g9rPFPUQ to learn more. #cdnag #harvest24

Cereals Canada looks forward to the resumption of rail service and new agreements between the parties to secure Canada's industrial peace and assure the food security of global customers of Canadian cereals. Read the full release: https://lnkd.in/gnCWyvh9

Mark Walker, our Vice President of Markets and Trade, had the opportunity yesterday to speak to Tracy Brunet from Farm Marketer about the pending rail strike and the impact it will have on farmers and the #CdnAg value chain. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/gNAKCFp4 #StopTheStrike

Led by Cereals Canada, the Global Agriculture Technology Exchange, or Gate, will help the Canadian cereals industry grow and thrive in domestic and international markets well into the future by supporting customers and building demand. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gjYtbCF6

Time is running out to avoid a rail lockout or strike. Visit https://stopthestrike.ca/ now to add your voice and urge Ottawa to take action. Help keep Canada's grain moving and protect our reputation as a reliable supplier of high-quality wheat, barley, and oats. #StopTheLockout #StopTheStrike

Gate represents a commitment to our members, to the Canadian cereals industry, and to our global customers, and it’s an investment in the continued success of Canadian agriculture on the world stage. Learn more about Gate, a bold investment in the future of Canadian agriculture, at: https://lnkd.in/gAmzPpis

Following last week’s decision by the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB), Cereals Canada is raising alarms about the severe economic impact that a strike at two major railways will have on the Canadian agriculture sector and the national economy.  Read the full release: https://lnkd.in/gmRzX8km #cdnag #stopthestrike

Rainfall was variable across Western Canada this past week. Widespread thunderstorms have supported soil moisture levels and yield expectations in Alberta, but producers in Saskatchewan are experiencing hot and dry conditions and are hoping for rainfall to aid with grain fill in spring wheat. Meanwhile, harvest of winter wheat has started on the Prairies. Read the Growing Season Progress Report to see more, including provincial aggregates for crop quality: https://lnkd.in/g9rPFPUQ