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The wheat-growing regions of the Prairie Provinces experienced improved soil moisture conditions going into the winter months and during the first three months of winter.

Canada continues to be the top international market for U.S. consumer-oriented products, accounting for approximately 25 percent of the United States' total global consumer-oriented agricultural exports.

Building upon initial consultations held in summer 2024, Canada’s Competition Bureau seeks public comments on new guidelines regarding environmental claims. Interested stakeholders have until February 28, 2025, to send their comments.

In 2016, Canada is projected to regain the position as the top destination by value for U.S. agricultural exports.

Infographic exploring the growth of U.S. potato products exports over the last 10 years.

In 2015, the Canadian apple and pear sectors were negatively impacted by various weather conditions resulting in significant declines in production volumes, particularly for apples.

Total Canadian wheat, barley, corn and oats production in 2015/2016 is forecast fall to 49.2 MMT, a 4 percent decrease corm 2014/2015 total production levels of 51.0 MMT.

The Canadian Government maintains separate labeling requirements for fresh fruits and vegetable products.

In 2016, milk, cheese, butter and skim milk powder production is expected to stay close to 2015 expected levels due to steady demand and the need to rebuild stocks.

Bard Valley Medjool Date Growers (BVMDGA) were voted a Most Innovative Product with their new Pumpkin Pie Spiced and Dark Chocolate Orange Date Rolls at Canada’s annual Grocery Innovation Show (GIC).

Despite a small increase in planted area, Post forecasts a reduction in MY 2015/16 for fresh potato production as yields return to average levels of 32 MT/ha.

In 2016, the cattle sector is expected to show the first signs of a long awaited expansion phase, as Post anticipates increased inventories by the end of the year.