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1 week ago | 
m.farms.com | Denise Faguy
Global Trade Talks Fuel Market RecoveryIn the AG Commodity Corner+ podcast for May 2nd 2025, Chief Commodity Strategist Moe Agostino and Abhinesh Gopal discuss the market's positive response to trade optimism, which has helped offset concerns over a 0.3% decline in U.S. GDP in Q1 of 2025—the first decline in three years. Stock indices, including the S&P 500, have experienced a notable rebound, marking the longest streak of daily gains since 2004.
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2 weeks ago | 
m.farms.com | Denise Faguy
Celebrate Women in Agriculture with These Inspiring IdeasMother’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show appreciation for the incredible women in agriculture than by supporting products and services created by women in agriculture? Whether she’s managing livestock, growing crops, running a farm-based business—or all of the above—these gift ideas are practical, heartfelt, and rooted in the ag community.
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2 weeks ago | 
smallfarmcanada.ca | Denise Faguy
If you’re looking for a meaningful gift for a farm-loving mom, we’ve rounded up a list of thoughtful ideas, all created by women who work in agriculture or live on the land.
Inspired by the Advancing Women in Agriculture West 2025 conference in Calgary, these gifts are more than just items—they’re a way to support women in ag and recognize the unique contributions they make every day, both in their homes and in their fields.
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2 weeks ago | 
m.farms.com | Denise Faguy
'Buy Canadian' sentiment is nice, but may not be realistic in agricultureThis year may not be the year to buy a brand-new John Deere X Series combine. No matter how great it would be to raise harvest capacity by 45 percent, Canadian farmers may put off their purchase until later. Rising farm equipment prices due to trade disruptions will alter farmers' replacement decisions says FCC.
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2 weeks ago | 
m.farms.com | Denise Faguy
Farmers feel underrepresented federallyPrime Minister Carney has a mandate to lead the country, but the country is quite divided, and much of the agriculture industry feels alienated. Prime Minister Mark Carney and Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre have both pledged cooperation on key issues like U.S. tariffs. As the new government takes office, the agriculture industry awaits action that brings clarity and confidence.
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2 weeks ago | 
m.farms.com | Denise Faguy
Gold shows signs of weakeningThis week, global markets have shown signs of calming down as trade tensions between the US and China appear to ease. The US dollar strengthened, while gold prices fell, signaling potential weakening in the gold rally. These topics and many more were discussed in the Ag Commodity Corner+ Podcast with hosts Farms.com Risk Management Chief Commodity Strategist Moe Agostino and Abhinesh Gopal, head of Commodity Research.
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1 month ago | 
m.farms.com | Denise Faguy
A New Podcast for FarmersIn an era where agriculture is evolving at an unprecedented pace, understanding the intricate dynamics of commodity markets is more crucial than ever. For farmers, staying ahead of the curve is a challenge that demands insight, strategy, and real-time knowledge. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Ag Commodity Corner+ Podcast, a new weekly podcast dedicated to exploring the ever-changing world of agricultural commodity markets.
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1 month ago | 
m.farms.com | Denise Faguy
Fun at College RoyalFarms.com was pleased to support the University of Guelph’s annual College Royal which was held March 15th & 16th, 2025 – it was the 101st edition. Every March, the University of Guelph hosts College Royal, the largest university open house event in North America. This annual campus-wide event attracts thousands of visitors, offering them a unique opportunity to explore the university’s facilities, engage with students and faculty, and experience the vibrant campus life.
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1 month ago | 
smallfarmcanada.ca | Denise Faguy
Small Farm Canada recently supported the University of Guelph’s annual College Royal. The event was held March 15th & 16th, 2025 – it was the 101st edition.
Every March, the University of Guelph hosts College Royal, the largest university open house event in North America. This annual campus-wide event attracts thousands of visitors, offering them a unique opportunity to explore the university’s facilities, engage with students and faculty, and experience the vibrant campus life.
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1 month ago | 
m.farms.com | Denise Faguy
Farmers in Ontario intend to plant MORE corn acres in 2025 and reduce soybean acresThe 2025 Farms.com Risk Management Ontario planting intentions survey indicates Ontario farmers plan to plant 2.242 million acres of corn in 2025, marking a 4% increase compared to 2024. Corn acreage is expected to be up 1.1% compared to the 5-year average, driven in part by better-than-expected corn yields in 2024.
