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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is taking a conservative view in how the escalating Russia/Ukraine war is going to impact future wheat exports. https://www.farms.com/news/escalating-russia-ukraine-conflict-raises-concerns-over-global-wheat-supplies-245789.aspx NEWS_245789 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:00:30 GMT SOUTHWEST— The Saskatchewan Prairie Conservation Action Plan (SK PCAP) will host a free webinar later this month examining the impacts of woody plant encroachment on rangelands in Saskatchewan's Aspen Parkland ecoregion. https://www.farms.com/news/more-trees-less-forage-research-looks-at-changing-sask-rangelands-245788.aspx NEWS_245788 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:58:33 GMT MOOSOMIN – Ralph and Linda Corcoran of the Moosomin area are the 2026 Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA) nominees for Saskatchewan. https://www.farms.com/news/a-lifetime-legacy-of-land-stewardship-and-resiliency-honoured-245787.aspx NEWS_245787 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:57:23 GMT Penticton, B.C. | Reuters — Wildfires ripping through British Columbia’s wine country have ruined grapes, spoiled fruit on trees and caught cattle in dangerous areas as farmers and workers evacuate to church basements and friends’ homes. https://www.farms.com/news/british-columbia-winemakers-and-ranchers-flee-wildfires-facing-uncertain-future-245786.aspx NEWS_245786 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:49:54 GMT The number of people employed in Canadian agriculture has plummeted since 2020, dropping https://www.farms.com/news/canadian-farm-worker-numbers-take-significant-nosedive-245785.aspx NEWS_245785 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:48:27 GMT Canada’s dairy industry groups renewed calls for protections as Canada and the U.S. continue trade negotiations. https://www.farms.com/news/canadian-dairy-renews-calls-for-protection-amid-u-s-trade-negotiations-245784.aspx NEWS_245784 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:47:00 GMT Ottawa | Reuters — A Canadian government source directly familiar with trade negotiations with the United States said on Thursday that talks were progressing well and Washington also wanted an agreement before a new U.S. tariff deadline on August 19. https://www.farms.com/news/u-s-wants-trade-deal-before-august-19-tariff-deadline-canadian-source-says-245783.aspx NEWS_245783 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:45:33 GMT Ontario corn and soybean crops continue to advance through grain fill under generally favourable conditions as the calendar moves into the second half of August, according to the latest weekly field observations report from Grain Farmers of Ontario.  https://www.farms.com/news/ontario-corn-soy-crops-advance-through-grain-fill-under-favourable-conditions-245782.aspx NEWS_245782 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:41:21 GMT Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) and the Dairy Processors Association of Canada (DPAC) are disappointed to once again see dairy drawn into a broader trade dispute, particularly when Canada continues to uphold the commitments it negotiated and agreed to with the United States under CUSMA. https://www.farms.com/news/canadian-dairy-sector-calls-on-government-to-defend-food-sovereignty-in-u-s-trade-talks-245781.aspx NEWS_245781 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:39:19 GMT Stratus Vineyards has become Ontario's first Certified B Corporation winery and one of just three in Canada to achieve the globally recognized standard.  The designation places Stratus among only a small percentage of wineries worldwide to have earned B Corp certification; a rigorous standard that redefines organizational success by measuring social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency over profitability alone. https://www.farms.com/news/stratus-vineyards-becomes-ontario-s-first-b-corp-certified-winery-245780.aspx NEWS_245780 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:37:37 GMT Goodfood Market Corp. ("Goodfood" or the "Company") (TSX: FOOD), a leading Canadian online meal solutions company, announced today that the Superior Court of Québec (Commercial Division) (the "Court") has granted an order approving a sale and investment solicitation process (the "SISP") in connection with the Company's proceedings under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (the "CCAA"). https://www.farms.com/news/goodfood-obtains-court-approval-of-sale-and-investment-solicitation-process-245779.aspx NEWS_245779 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:36:26 GMT AGCO recognized a Canadian technician as its 2025 North American Technician of the Year after a challenging competition that tested technical skills, diagnostics, and customer service. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/kyle-hildebrand-2025-north-american-technician-of-the-year-778.aspx NEWS_245778 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:44:03 GMT Fertilizer costs are expected to remain elevated through 2028 due to global supply disruptions, tight phosphate supplies, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty affecting agricultural markets. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/fertilizer-costs-set-to-stay-high-through-2028-777.aspx NEWS_245777 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:19:28 GMT Nationwide and FFA partners honored 15 Ag Educators of the Year and recognized the growing impact of agricultural education across the United States. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/golden-owl-honors-top-ag-teachers-776.aspx NEWS_245776 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:09:18 GMT Alltech has announced a new U.S. leadership team to strengthen innovation, customer service and growth across major livestock and feed sectors. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/alltech-names-new-us-leadership-team-775.aspx NEWS_245775 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:54:42 GMT Arkansas crop acreage increased for soybeans, cotton, and rice, while corn declined. Soybeans could set a new yield record, and cotton conditions remain strong. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/arkansas-crop-outlook-surges-on-soybean-gains-774.aspx NEWS_245774 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:36:23 GMT Canada has improved severe storm and tornado warnings with targeted alerts, faster notifications, and better safety information to help people stay informed during dangerous weather events. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/canada-upgrades-storm-warning-system-773.aspx NEWS_245773 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:14:29 GMT Researchers have developed a fertilizer from local African rocks that could improve crop growth, reduce costs, support sustainable farming, and help strengthen food security. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/fertilizer-made-from-locally-available-rocks-772.aspx NEWS_245772 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:05:32 GMT Pet wellness focuses on prevention through regular checkups, proper nutrition, vaccinations, dental care, and parasite control to help pets enjoy longer, healthier lives. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/pet-wellness-tips-for-a-longer-healthier-life-771.aspx NEWS_245771 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:46:18 GMT Farmers can reduce combine fire risks during dry harvest conditions by cleaning equipment, checking electrical and hydraulic systems, monitoring heat, and keeping proper fire safety equipment nearby. https://www.farms.com/ag-industry-news/combine-safety-steps-help-prevent-harvest-fires-770.aspx NEWS_245770 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:13:58 GMT