Agriculture

Prediction too optimistic amid drought?

Fierce competition in Kabuli chickpea market.

Although the rain slowed seeding earlier in the season, many producers are hoping it will return to prevent crop conditions from regressing.

Trace amounts of rain were recorded within the west-central region. Soil moisture levels further diminished with hot and dry conditions.

$12M for environmental research.

Many producers are haying and monitoring their pastures now. With the heat, water quality is at the top of mind for many.

Additional support for producers; SCIC increases crop diversion to aid livestock feed.

Anglia Maltings operates in the United Kingdom, Poland and Germany.

Trials are expected to include a variety of canola, peas, chickpeas, oats and flax.

Analyst thinks producers opted for mainstream choices because minor crops, while still profitable, can be harder to grow.