Saskatchewan Pork Producers Urged to Strengthen Ties with U.S. Market Amid Tariff Uncertainty

Mar 03, 2025

With ongoing trade challenges, Saskatchewan pork producers are being encouraged to engage with U.S. customers and suppliers to navigate the impact of tariffs on exports.

According to Sask Pork, maintaining open communication with key players in the U.S. market is crucial as trade policies continue to shift. The organization stresses the importance of building strong relationships that can help mitigate uncertainties and ensure a stable export flow.

Tariffs on Canadian pork remain a concern, as they can impact pricing and competitiveness in the U.S. market. By proactively discussing these challenges with American partners, Saskatchewan producers can better position themselves to adapt to potential regulatory changes and maintain access to a vital export market.

Industry leaders emphasize that fostering collaboration and staying informed on policy developments will be key in sustaining the province’s pork sector in the face of trade fluctuations.

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Video: Dicamba Returns for Georgia Farmers: What the New EPA Ruling Means for Cotton Growers

After being unavailable in 2024 due to registration issues, dicamba products are returning for Georgia farmers this growing season — but under strict new conditions.

In this report from Tifton, Extension Weed Specialist Stanley Culpepper explains the updated EPA ruling, including new application limits, mandatory training requirements, and the need for a restricted use pesticide license. Among the key changes: a cap of two ½-pound applications per year and the required use of an approved volatility reduction agent with every application.

For Georgia cotton producers, the ruling is significant. According to Taylor Sills with the Georgia Cotton Commission, the vast majority of cotton planted in the state carries the dicamba-tolerant trait — meaning farmers had been paying for technology they couldn’t use.

While environmental groups have expressed concerns over spray drift, Georgia growers have reduced off-target pesticide movement by more than 91% over the past decade. Still, this two-year registration period will come with increased scrutiny, making stewardship and compliance more important than ever.