Barriers for grain exports, canola innovation & more on AAFC layoffs

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EDITOR'S NOTE

"It's been confirmed that Wiarton Willie, Fred la marmotte, Lucy the Lobster and Shubenacadie Sam did not see their shadows yesterday. So here's hoping for an early spring here in Eastern Canada! Until then, stay warm! "

Jill Filmer, east editor

News

More agriculture groups speak out against AAFC layoffs

A number of agriculture groups have expressed their concern after hearing that Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) would eliminate 665 positions, three development centres and four satellite research farms due to budget cuts.

Canada Grains Council urges for leadership to address EU trade barriers of grain exports

The Canada Grains Council is calling for stronger Canadian leadership when it comes to addressing the trade barriers of Canadian grain exports to the European Union.

Canola innovation centre to be built in Manitoba with investment from Bayer Crop Science

Bayer Crop Science is investing $45 million into a canola research and development facility to be built in Winnipeg, Man. This new innovation centre will help strengthen Canada's contributions to canola research.

Albaugh, LLC receives registration for four new herbicides and one fungicide in Canada

Albaugh, LLC received registration from the Health Canada Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) for four new herbicides and one fungicide in Canada.

Features

Cover crop lessons from the field

Type and timing can give spring crops a head start or hold them back.

What’s new in cereals and forages for Eastern Canada?

For growers considering a cereal or forage in their rotation for 2026, Top Crop Manager has compiled a list of new varieties for Eastern Canada.

On-Demand – Insights for 2026

A DEKALB roundtable discussion with Eastern Canadian Agronomists on Harvest Insights

Watch this on-demand session with Eastern Canadian agronomists to hear 2025 learnings directly from the field and get practical, localized insights to improve your 2026 crop season.

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