Rise In Soybean Acres In 2017 A "Surprise"

Dec 29, 2017

Manitoba farmers planted 2.3 million acres of soybeans in 2017, up 40 per cent from 2016.

In his year-end interview, Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers Executive Director Francois Labelle commented on the rise in acres.

"That was a surprise, I think beyond anybody's expectations, which was interesting to see and shows that there's lots of interest in soybeans," he said. "Disappointing side was that the yield did not pan out as well as many of the other crops."

He says lack of moisture was definitely a factor in the reduced yields.

For other crops, Labelle notes that peas did well this year, while mixed yields were reported for edible beans.

A big announcement for the pulse industry in 2017, was the news the France-based Roquette would start construction on a $400-million pea processing facility near Portage la Prairie. Labelle says there was also lots of talk in 2017 about the possibility of attracting a soybean crush facility to the province.

Source : Steinbachonline

Video: Why Port Infrastructure is Key to Growing Canada's Farms and Economy

Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO) knows that strong, modern port infrastructure is vital to the success of Canada’s agriculture. When our ports grow, Ontario grain farmers and Canadian farms grow too—and when we grow, Canada grows.

In this video, we highlight the importance of investing in port infrastructure and how these investments are key to growing Ontario agriculture and supporting global trade. The footage showcases the strength of both Ontario’s farming landscapes and vital port operations, including some key visuals from HOPA Ports, which we are grateful to use in this project.

Ontario’s grain farmers rely on efficient, sustainable ports and seaway systems to move grain to markets around the world. Port investments are crucial to increasing market access, driving economic growth, and ensuring food security for all Canadians.

Why Port Infrastructure Matters:

Investing in Ports = Investing in Farms: Modernized ports support the export of Canadian grain, driving growth in agriculture.

Sustainable Growth: Learn how stronger ports reduce environmental impact while boosting economic stability.

Global Trade Opportunities: Improved port and seaway systems help farmers access new global markets for their grain.

Stronger Communities: Investment in ports means more stable jobs and economic growth for rural communities across Ontario and Canada.

We are proud to support the ongoing investment in port infrastructure and to shine a light on its vital role in feeding the world and securing a prosperous future for Canadian agriculture.

Special thanks to HOPA Ports for providing some of the stunning port footage featured in this video.