GX on Agriculture

Sweeping United States import bans take effect as President Donald Trump demands an apology. We hear from Canada United States Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer as the diplomatic freeze sets in. We also look at the clash over soaring harvest diesel costs, a push for domestic energy security, and how border states like North Dakota are navigating the fallout.

There's still no deal nor formal talks or plans, but the trading situation between Canada and the United States seems to be more stable than it was a month ago.

United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer freezes trade negotiations, stating Washington feels no urgent need to secure a new deal. We break down the scramble ahead of tomorrow's American import bans, look at the push for European liquefied natural gas exports, and hear how the dispute has completely zeroed out American exports for Supreme Steel.

APAS is encouraging producers to enroll in AgriStability by the October 1 deadline.

We look at new research warning that Washington's trade isolationism is fracturing the West and empowering global rivals, and hear why dropping interprovincial trade barriers could add thousands of dollars to the pockets of everyday Canadians.

The latest Saskatchewan crop report has been released and Doug Falconer chats with our week 5 winners of GX94 Supper in the Field, Ben & Kari Kosior of Fleming, SK.

We look at the staggering deterioration of cross-border trust as reports reveal Ottawa has prepared contingency plans for a United States military invasion. We also explore the massive influx of agricultural shipping containers on the Prairies, examine the push to drop interprovincial trade barriers, and hear how the federal government is using regulatory overhauls to drive global capital into Alberta's energy sector.

The latest Manitoba crop report has been released. And we find out where we are going for week 5 of GX94 Supper in the Field.

United States President Donald Trump formally walks back his threat to purchase Belarusian potash after acknowledging logistical realities. We also look at the rare bipartisan unity the threat sparked in Saskatchewan, explore the push for emergency harvest fuel relief as Alberta suspends its provincial gas tax, and review the latest rulings on Chinese steel dumping.

Canola and wheat futures continue to see big price swings.

United States President Donald Trump targets Saskatchewan's most iconic export, threatening to buy Belarusian "blood potash" instead of Canadian fertilizer. Business commentator Paul Martin breaks down why the logistics of the threat don't add up. We also look at how regional energy investors are navigating the volatility, and why a new economic forecast says Manitoba is better insulated than its prairie neighbours.

US President Donald Trump is claiming he's going to start buying potash from Belarus instead of Canada.

We check in with everyday citizens and agricultural producers to get their take on pivoting toward the European Union, break down the mounting political pressure on prairie premiers, and hear how the dispute is impacting local farmers during harvest.

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Doug Falconer chats with our week 4 winner of GX94 Supper in the Field Harold and Ben from Wynyard.

We look at the growing threat of capital flight in Alberta, and hear extensively from Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on why energy security and domestic investment will see the province through the trade war.

Prime Minister Mark Carney pitches a massive strategic alliance to the European Parliament, sparking an immediate threat of retaliation from United States President Donald Trump. We also look at the Bank of Canada's stark economic warning, a steelworker strike in Manitoba, and the brewing political fight over American alcohol on Saskatchewan store shelves.

Prime Minister Mark Carney pitches Canada as a safe harbour for global capital at the Canada Investment Summit. We break down billions of dollars in new prairie investments, explore the mounting anxiety in American border states, and hear how Regina's Rebellion Brewing is successfully pivoting its supply chain away from the United States.

A wet September is hampering harvesting efforts.

We look at the latest inflation numbers across the region and how a surging Liberal party is navigating potential new negotiations. We also examine the massive 52-billion-dollar tech investment coming to Saskatchewan, and hear from Grand Forks Mayor Brandon Bochenski and former cabinet minister Ralph Goodale on why energy remains the ultimate cross-border bargaining chip.

Harvest has been a start and stop affair/ Latest Sask crop report/ and more!

We examine how new border surtaxes are being collected, track Alberta's international investment push in Toronto, and speak with Grand Forks Mayor Brandon Bochenski about the fallout in North Dakota.

There's concern that the U.S. will revive Mandatory Country of Origin labeling.

University of Saskatchewan experts Keith Willoughby and Martin Gaal analyze provincial trade exposure and the political stalemate keeping both sides from the bargaining table. We also hear from Supreme Steel and Opposition Leader Carla Beck on the battle for domestic contracts as cross-border steel shipments drop to zero.

The latest Saskatchewan and Manitoba crop reports have been released and Doug Falconer sits down with our week 3 winners of GX94 Supper in the Field.

We hear from local heavy equipment dealers in Emerald Park who are bracing for supply chain disruptions and widespread inflation, and report on why municipalities across Alberta are warning that rising infrastructure costs could mean higher property taxes or reduced local services.

Degelman Industries is expanding, in spite of the US tariff dispute.

Washington ramps up retaliation with five new executive orders targeting Canadian exports, prompting fresh reaction from Premier Scott Moe. We also head to Regina for reaction from manufacturing leaders and federal officials, and hear former cabinet minister Ralph Goodale explain why Canada must stand its ground against American economic pressure.

Regina Mayor Chad Bachynski discusses municipal resilience and the power of buying Canadian. We also examine cross-border diplomacy at a Midwestern state summit, and hear from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and veteran broadcaster Lorne Harasen.

The latest Saskatchewan crop report is out.

We examine the fallout if CUSMA collapses, and hear how cross-border farmers and Saskatchewan businesses are reacting. We also look to the past with veteran broadcaster Lorne Harasen to explore how today's cross-border rift compares to decades of prime ministers and presidents.

The latest Manitoba crop report is out.

We explore the municipal fallout of the ongoing trade dispute, featuring insights from the mayors of Weyburn, Yorkton, and Moose Jaw. We also look at how the federal government is attempting to speed up trade diversification, including a report on major energy infrastructure projects.

As the high stakes trade dispute between Canada and the United States continues to escalate, Provincial leaders and key industries across western Canada are moving quickly.

Heavy rains hit parts of Saskatchewan this weekend.

It's been just over a week since trade negotiations between Canada and the United States collapsed. Our GX94/SaskToday News team brings you reports and responses on how this is effecting the Prairies.

SARM has issued a statement on AI data centres.

Harvest is now well underway in Saskatchewan and Doug Falconer chats with our week 1 winner's of GX94 Supper in the Field!

Reaction from Kevin Hursh on the tariff war on today's SaskAgToday Show.

A feasibility study has concluded regarding port of Churchill and year round shipping options.

Reaction to draft trade deal with US / honey producer hoping trade deal finalized soon.

Latest Manitoba crop report/ Trade talks continue with US/ and more!

Many analysts say producers should calculate their cost per bushel, since it can be important information for marketing decisions.

Saskatchewan's harvest is off to a slow start.

East central Saskatchewan producers still waiting for crops to mature.

The latest Sask crop report says cooler weather has slowed harvest progress.

The latest Manitoba crop report is out.

Canola and wheat futures prices have been riding a wave over the last few weeks.

Kevin Hursh has begun his 2026 harvest.

Harvest prep, and more!

Hot weather over the past week was a boon for crop development according to the latest crop report, and the number of hail claims across SK dropped as July progressed but the numbers are still high.